Become a Food Vendor at Jerk & Jollof Fest 2025
Serve Flavour. Share Culture. Build Community.
Be part of a high-energy summer festival that celebrates African and Caribbean cuisine and the businesses behind it.
Why Join the Fest?
Jerk & Jollof Fest is one of Edmonton’s fastest-growing cultural events, and the food experience is at the heart of it all.
This is your opportunity to showcase your menu, connect with hundreds of guests, and be part of an event that centers and uplifts Black food businesses and culinary talent.
Whether you’re serving smoky jerk, spicy jollof, sweet plantain, fried fish, patties, or fusion creations we want to taste it!

Who This Is For
We welcome:
- Brick-and-mortar restaurants
- Catering businesses
- Licensed food trucks or mobile units
- Food pop-ups
- Bakers and dessert vendors
- Beverage vendors (non-alcoholic only)
All food vendors must meet Alberta Health Services requirements and hold the necessary permits or licensing.
Event Details
- 📍 Location: 7507 Borden Park Road NW, Edmonton, AB
- 🗓 Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
- 🕛 Festival Hours: 12 PM – 8 PM (setup by 10:00 AM)
- ⚡️ Expected Attendance: 1,500+ guests
- 🗓 Deadline to apply: June 30, 2025
- 📬 Accepted vendors will be notified by: July 3, 2025
Each vendor will be given a designated food stall or truck location, signage support, and access to on-site assistance.
Vendor Fee & Inclusions
Fee: $450 + 5% of online sales
Includes:
- 10×10 ft booth or truck space
- One table and two chairs (additional available on request)
- Feature on festival website and social media
- Vendor support team access throughout the day
- Dedicated support pre-festival
- Pre-festival virtual storefront
Vendors must bring their own power source unless requested in advance.
What You Need to Bring
To participate, you must have:
- A current food handling permit
- AHS approval (temporary food establishment or mobile food vendor)
- Your own cooking and storage equipment
- A copy of event insurance
- Commercial kitchen to prep from
- A positive attitude and great food
Apply to Join Us
Food is what brings people together and yours could be the flavor they come back for next year.