Become a food Exhibitor

Food Exhibitor Information

Space Size & Layout

Each food vendor space is 10ft x 10ft

Vendors may arrange their setup as they see fit, provided they remain within their assigned space. Encroachment into neighboring spaces or walkways is strictly prohibited.

Each area includes:

  • One 10ft x 10ft outdoor vendor space
  • Two weekend food vendor passes

Exhibitor Prices

  • Early Bird: $500 (paid in full by March 31, 2026)
  • Regular: $600 (paid in full by July 31, 2026)
  • Final Release: $700 (paid in full by August 15, 2026)

Menu Submission (Mandatory)

To be included in:

  • All-Star Goodie Bags
  • Official AnimeKon promotions
  • Food vendor listings

Vendors must email a copy of their menu to info@animekonexpo.com

Menu Submission Deadline: August 1, 2026

Menus submitted after this date may not be included.

Food Safety & Compliance

All food vendors must:

  • Comply with local health and food safety regulations
  • Possess all required permits and licenses
  • Maintain a clean and safe booth at all times

Failure to comply may result in removal from the event without refund

Food vendor spaces are provided as bare-bones outdoor plots.
Vendors are fully responsible for supplying ALL of the following:

  • Tent or covering (if required)
  • Tables, chairs, and display equipment
  • Cooking equipment
  • Power and lighting
  • Food safety and sanitation supplies
  • Branding and signage
  • Weather protection and weights

AnimeKon does not provide cooking equipment, tents, or furnishings.

Rules & Important reminders

  • Only one business is permitted per food vendor space
  • Sharing or subletting spaces is strictly prohibited
  • Vendors must remain within their assigned 10ft x 10ft footprint
  • AnimeKon reserves the right to adjust placement for safety, access and logistics

Refund Policy

Things happen. If you and your organization are no longer able to participate, please send an email to exhibitor@animekonexpo.com.

Refund Deadline: June 30, 2026

Up to 50% refund before this date

No refund issued after July 1, 2026

Final Notes

Submission of this form does not guarantee approval. Space is confirmed only after payment is received.

Maps are for reference only and is subject to change

AnimeKon Expo historically reaches 990%+ booking shortly after vendor launch

AnimeKon is going DIGITAL!

Many of our patrons:

  1. No longer carry cash
  2. Run out of cash 
  3. Carry large bills – This can readily deplete your float

As a result, as there are no ATMs on site, sales may be delayed or lost altogether.

To rectify this, Team AnimeKon has partnered with payment provider Payce (Cave Shepherd) to facilitate digital Business to Customer (B-2-C) and Business to Business (B-2-B) transactions.

Team AnimeKon will launch a marketing campaign to encourage all patrons (over the age of 18) to sign up in order to utilize the digital process.

Exhibitors are strongly encouraged to make use of the new platform by signing up here.

Exhibitors who sign up and utilize the facility will receive a $25 refund on their Exhibitor’s Fee. This refund will be facilitated no later than September 30, 2023.

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