Apply to
Bites & Beats
Food, dessert, drinks, retail and live entertainment — here's how to get on site.
Stallholders
Vendor application
Food trucks, dessert vendors, drink stalls and retail/craft stalls. Categories are capped to keep a good mix, so apply early — spots are limited.
- Tell us your category and which days you want to trade
- Request power in the application if you need it
- Food vendors: have your council food registration ready
- We review and come back to you by email
Performers
Entertainment application
Musicians, DJs, roving performers and entertainers. Each night features local acts to keep the beats flowing while the crowd eats and shops.
- Send links to your music, reel or socials
- Let us know your set length and technical needs
- Tell us which regions you can travel to
- We'll be in touch about upcoming dates
Spots are limitedCategories are cappedApply earlyPick your days
Before you apply
The short version
Who can applyFood trucks, dessert vendors, drink stalls, and retail/craft stalls. Categories are capped.
CostPricing depends on your category (food, dessert, retail, coffee/drinks). Fees are per event.
EquipmentVendors supply their own gazebos, food trucks, power leads and stall setups. Power can be provided on request at some venues, at an additional cost.
Food safetyAll food vendors must hold a current food licence/registration with their local council and comply with NZ food safety standards.
DaysTrade whichever days you choose in your application — there's no requirement to do all three.
PaymentBy invoice before the event. Fees are due a minimum of 14 days before the event; site fees are due 30 days prior. No pay-on-the-day.
Site mapEmailed to all vendors on the Monday of event week.
Bump-in1:30pm–3:30pm. All vehicles off-site by 3:30pm sharp.
Questions before you apply?
Email us and you'll get a real person, not a form reply.