Food Vendor Application

NOTE:   If interested in vending at the 2026 BBQ Bash, please contact Chairperson Jody Light at 304 / 439-3033 PRIOR  to completing an application.  Applications submitted without prior approval, will NOT be accepted.

Please note the following before applying as a BBQ Bash Food vendor:

*** EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:  Receive a $50 discount by registering and paying all fees NO LATER THAN December 31, 2025.  The base fee returns to the normal $300 on January 1, 2026, so get those applications & fees in soon and save 50 bucks!!!

DEADLINE:   Applications, with applicable fees and ALL required documents, are reviewed on a "first received" basis, but must be received no later than March 1, 2026 for consideration.  Your space is NOT guaranteed until completed application, booth fees, and ALL required documents are received - NO EXCEPTIONS!

• Priority will be given to prior vendors, especially those with us since our first event, and vendors offering unique food products.
• We will do our best to avoid duplicate items to provide a better variety to attendees.
• Vendor space is limited with sites assigned based on your space and power needs. 
• Health Permit fees ($55.00) and application should be submitted, with your Food Vendor Application to the BBQ Bash, and we will submit your fee & paperwork to the Upshur County Health Dept.  for review.  
• All vendors MUST adhere to WV State & Local Health Dept. guidelines in effect at the time of the event.   Failure to do so will result in:  a) vendor removal from event, b) loss of any fees paid, and c) vendor will not be invited to future BBQ Bash events.  

NOTE:   If you have a WV Health permit that covers food truck operations (no tent operations), you may be exempt from purchasing an Upshur County permit as West Virginia now has a reciprocal agreement with ALL WV counties.  If you have any questions, please contact Chris Garrett, Upshur County Health Inspector (304 / 472-2810).  Permits will be issued during his on-site inspection Thursday afternoon after so you can open at 4:00 PM.

• In an effort to provide the highest quality and variety possible, the BBQ Bash Board of Directors reserves the right to accept or deny any vendor application.

The following links provide the application form and all the details you’ll need to apply to become a Food Vendor.

Please also review the following documents as all vendors must adhere to the “WV Health Dept. General Sanitation Guidelines” and WV DHHR Operating Guidelines for Temporary Food Establishment