You can either download the applications as PDFs or fill them out electronically.

Online applications

Fill out the event food sponsor request form. We will email you a link to the application forms.

We recommend this option, especially for larger events.

• Request electronic event food sponsor permit and short term food vendor permit applications (Smartsheet)

PDF applications

• See the event food sponsor permit application
• See the short term food vendor permit application

Two-part application

Your application will have two parts. 

1. Your event food sponsor permit application 
   
   • You will need to have your Minneapolis permit or license number if you are also providing food at the event.
   • If you do not have a permit or license number, you will need to also fill out a short term food vendor permit application.
2. Short term food permit application(s)
   • Include your short term food vendor permit application (if you are serving food)
   • Applications from all other short term permit food vendors 

Submit your documents to Minneapolis Environmental Health

Application deadline

You must submit your application at least two weeks before your event begins.

Late applications

• Late fees will be charged if you submit your application less than two weeks before your event begins. 
• Applications and payments submitted less than two days before your event begins:
  • May not be approved, or
  • Could be restricted

Resources

You can take the event food stand training to learn how to run a food stand.

• Take the event food stand training