Frequently Asked Questions

To be considered as a vendor, please complete the appropriate Vendor Interest Form for the event. Completing the form does not guarantee participation. Selected vendors will be contacted directly by CVB staff with registration details.

The interest form lets us collect vendor information and ensure variety across our events. Registration is only open to vendors selected by staff and includes official paperwork, payment, and event requirements.

Vendors will be notified by email. 

We welcome food trucks, food trailers, tent vendors, and market vendors offering quality, family-friendly products or food items. All items must be suitable for a community event setting.

Yes. Fee information and payment instructions will be provided once a vendor is selected and registration opens.

Electrical and water access vary based on venue location. Vendors are encouraged to share their electrical and water access needs in the interest form process and/or during the registration process. 

All food vendors must display a current health permit during every event. Additional permits may be required depending on your setup and menu.

We strongly prefer that all vendors sell only the items listed on their application to ensure variety and event consistency.  Vendors should notify staff if there are menu or product changes prior to the event. 

Yes. Vendors retain 100% of their sales but are responsible for collecting and reporting applicable sales tax as required by law.

Most CVB events are held rain or shine unless otherwise noted. In case of extreme weather, updates will be posted on the City of Orange and Orange CVB Facebook pages.

You may contact the Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau - Visitor Services & Events Manager, Kristen Ross, via email at kross@orangetexas.gov or call 409-883-1011 during regular business hours.

As a valued vendor for our event, we understand that circumstances may arise where you need to cancel your participation.  In special circumstances such as emergencies or unforeseen events, we may consider requests for refunds outside of the stated timeline on a case-by-case basis.  You may contact the CVB Department at 409-883-1011 directly to discuss. 

Please review our cancellation policy below:

• Cancellation 30+ Days Before Event: If you cancel your participation 30 days or more prior to the event, you are eligible for a full refund of your registration fee. 
• Cancellation 15-29 Days Before Event: If you cancel your participation 15 to 29 days prior to the event, you are eligible for 50% of your registration fee. 
• Cancellation Less Than 15 Days Before Event: If you cancel less than 15 days before the event, no refund will be provided. 
• No Call, No Show: Applicant will not be eligible for a refund. Failure to communicate your absence may affect your ability to participate in future events.  We reserve the right to limit or deny future participation to vendors who do not follow cancellation procedures.