Food Vendors

The Arts Council of Big Sky seeks mobile food vendors for the 2025 summer! Please review the details and the rules and regulations below, and if this looks like a good fit for you, please apply! If you have any questions, reach out to Tamara, our Events and Volunteer Coordinator, at tamara@bigskyarts.org or (406) 995-2742.

We are seeking food trucks and vendors for Music in the Mountains AND the Artisan Festival for summer 2025.

Friday, April 25 – Application submission deadline. (Please note, you may sign up for Music in the Mountains AND/OR Artisan Festival on the same application.)

Friday, June 2 – Vendors will be notified of acceptance.

Friday June 13 – If accepted, all permits, insurance certificates, vendor information, and fees are due. (Earlybird of 15% discount on fees if paid by Friday, May 16)

Music in the Mountains

• Every Thursday, June 26 – September 4: June 20, 27; July 4*, 11, 18, 25; August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; September 5, plus Metal in the Mountains – Thursday, September 12
• Event: 6pm – 10pm (set up can begin at 3pm)
• Fee: $50/day except July 4 ($125)

Confirmed dates to be determined and communicated by the ACBS based on applications & availability.

Artisan Festival

• Saturday, July 19th
• Festival runs 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Park is open and set up can begin as early as 9 a.m.)
• All vendors must be set up and ready to serve by 11 a.m.
• Fee: $50 for the day

All vendors must register and file Resort Tax info. We also ask that everyone join in a zero waste pledge. The application has the full list of rules and regulation info. 

Rules and Regulations

1. Each vendor is allowed a 10x10 space, extra space must be cleared with Event Manager beforehand. 
2. No generators allowed unless cleared by Event Manager. (Noise output must be under 60dBA)
3. Vendors are responsible for providing power cords, lights, etc. It is a good idea to have a 100-foot extension cord available. Items that require a lot of power are discouraged (ovens, fryers, etc.). 
4. Products in glass containers are not allowed. 
5. You may not sell alcoholic beverages. 
6. You are responsible for all clean up in your area. Garbage cans and bags will not be provided this year. Vendors must collect and dispose of all trash. Vendors may not use ACBS garbage cans in the concert area to dispose of trash. Your area must be totally clean and picked up before you leave the park at the end of the night. 
7. You must operate in accordance with the regulations set out by the Gallatin County Health Department. GCHD can be reached at 582-3120. 
8. You must provide a copy of all forms required by the Health Department to the ACBS before being allowed to vend. Please enclose copies of these forms when returning this application. 
9. Vendors must provide proof of liability insurance with a minimum of $1 million, AND listing both ACBS and BSCO as additional Insured before vending. You may upload your certificates with your application OR have your agent email certificates to tamara@bigskyarts.org.
10. Addresses for certificates.

Arts Council of Big Sky
PO Box 160308
77 Lone Peak Drive
Big Sky, MT 59716

Big Sky Community Organization
PO Box 161404
Big Sky, MT 59716

1. Tables, tents, chairs, and lights are not provided. 
2. Support vehicles may not be parked in the vending area unless the Event Manager gives approval. 
3. Event Manager has sole authority regarding vending assignments. 
4. Tents must be appropriately staked down or weighted down for weather. 
5. No dogs allowed in Town Center Park, including vendors. 

 ALL VENDORS MUST PAY A 4% RESORT TAX ON ALL INCOME EARNED AT THE CONCERTS. PLEASE CONTACT RESORT TAX OFFICE (995-3234) FOR PROPER FORMS TO PAY THE TAX. FAILURE TO DO THIS WILL RESULT IN BEING BARRED FROM VENDING IN BIG SKY. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. NO EXCEPTIONS!! 

Please let me know if you have any questions. I look forward to hearing from you!