May 30, 2026
10am- 6pm
Stark County Fairgrounds
305 Wertz Ave NW,
Canton, OH 44708
Canton Pickle Fest brings over 8,000 people to Canton in just one day.
BE SURE TO READ ALL THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE FILLING OUT THE APPLICATION
Fill out an application HERE.
Canton Pickle Fest
Believes that the humble
Pickle has the power to
Spark creativity, ignite passion,
and celebrate the
Art of Innovation.
The unique, quirky, and
flavorful nature of pickles
inspires creativity in all forms,
from one-of-a-kind products to imaginative recipes that showcase the craft and care of their makers.
What the public truly loves to see is originality—products that tell a story, that reflect the passion of their creators, and that stand out with bold, pickled personality. We’re not just looking for items to sell; we’re looking for visions brought to life with love, creativity, and a dash of pickle flair.
As we bring together this vibrant community, we invite you to showcase your own pickled passion.
Whether it’s through a
new pickle flavor,
handmade pickle-themed gifts, or
a piece of artistry inspired
by the pickle itself,
we want your
creations to shine.
Join us in making this festival
a celebration of originality, craftsmanship, and the quirky magic of all things pickle!
Vendor Fees are as follows:
Pickle Booth - $200
Cottage Foods - $200
Artists, Makers, Apparel, Other- $200
-Double Spaces Available -$400
Prepared Food or Beverage
Truck, Trailer, or Tent - $300Promotional or Industrial Business - $300
Non-profit Organizations - Booth Fee Waived- Must bring activity or crowd engagement.
PERMITS & LICENSES
Vendors must obtain, at its own expense, any license or permits which are required for the operation of its trade or business by the City of Canton, Stark County and the State of Ohio.
A copy of your mobile or temporary food license must be sent to event organizers and The City of Canton by May 20, 2026.
Failure to procure appropriate licensing will preclude you from participation. No refunds.
Event is rain or shine. No transfer of payments. No refunds.
VENDOR SPACES & REQUIREMENTS
All spaces are 10×10 ft. Double spaces are available by doubling the fees. No 10’x20’ canopies permitted. There will be some wiggle room and you will not be elbow to elbow with other vendors spaces.
Vendors must provide their own tents, tables, chairs, displays and signage. Vendors must stay within their allotted space. Loading assistance will not be provided by event staff.
25 lb. weights per tent leg required by Canton City Fire Dept. A working fire extinguisher is required for all food preparation vendors as well.
Electricity may be available upon request but is not guaranteed. If electric is required for your space, vendors should be prepared to provide their own generator.
If preparing food onsite, electricity, water and waste disposal will be available for an additional $75.00 fee paid to the fairgrounds. If you do not choose this option All WASTE WATER AND GREASE MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY THE VENDOR. If you dump waste on the ground, in a sewer or other, or fail to clean up your space and its surrounding area, you may risk being fined and may not be welcome back to participate in further events at Stark County Fairgrounds or at future Canton Pickle Fests.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
FOOD VENDORS
Vendors must comply with all applicable State and Canton City Health Department rules and regulations.
Contact The City of Canton
for further details
and information regarding requirements
to prepare and sell food onsite.
330-489-3231 or cantonhealth.org
A copy of your mobile food license
MUST BE SENT TO
contact@cantonpicklefest.com
or be sent directly to the
Canton City Health Department.
Packaged Foods/Cottage Foods
must be labeled properly
according to the regulations
provided by the
Ohio Department of Agriculture
Vendor Conduct & Compliance
Canton Pickle Fest reserves the right to revoke vending privileges at any time if a vendor is uncooperative, disruptive, or fails to comply with event rules, safety requirements, or venue policies.
This includes, but is not limited to, hostile or inappropriate behavior toward event staff, volunteers, attendees, or other vendors; failure to follow setup, safety, or operational guidelines; or failure to maintain timely and professional communication with event organizers when required.
Vendors whose privileges are revoked due to conduct or non-compliance may be required to leave the event grounds and may forfeit all fees paid, and may be deemed ineligible for future Canton Pickle Fest events.