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FOOD & DRINK APPLICATION

We are currently accepting Food Vendor applications for the 2027 Chippewa Valley Air Show. We're looking for vendors to serve 45,000+ attendees across June 11th, 12th, and 13th on the CVAS27 Grounds.

VENDOR TYPES

FOOD / DRINK CONCESSIONS VENDOR
TRUCK, TRAILER, OR TENT OPERATION

Full-service concessions operations including food trucks, trailers, and tent setups.

Pricing

$2,000 Zone 1

$1,000 Zone 2

FOOD / DRINK CONCESSIONS VENDOR
CART OR KIOSK OPERATION
(10x10' or smaller)

Smaller footprint concessions including carts, kiosks, and stands such as ice cream, kettle corn, and snack vendors. 10x10' or smaller setup.

Pricing

$1,000 Zone 1

$500 Zone 2

ZONE PLACEMENT

The CVAS27 Grounds features two vendor zones, each offering a different level of exposure and attendee traffic.

Zone 1 Premium
  • Highest all day attendee traffic
  • Closest to flight line visibility
  • Expect on-going, peak traffic between 11am-3pm
  • Best for: High-volume food trucks, concessions vendors, snack carts, and drink stands
Zone 2 Standard
  • Steady attendee traffic
  • Near primary Static Aircraft Displays, Grounds Displays, Exhibitors, and Sponsor Activations
  • Closest to Main Entrance
  • Expect peak traffic between 11am-1pm
  • Best for: Lower-volume food trucks, snack carts, drink stands, and specialty treats

IMPORTANT INFO

Expect 45,000+ attendees across three days. Friday is a Practice Day with estimated attendance of 5,000 or less.

Vendors are expected to be fully operational, serving attendees during all CVAS27 Grounds Hours:

Friday Practice Day, June 11th: 11am-4:30pm
Saturday Air Show, June 12th: 9am-5pm
Sunday Air Show, June 13th: 9am-5pm

  • Concessions Vendors are expected to be fully self-sufficient.
  • Personal generators will be allowed. CVAS will NOT provide power.
  • Limited Generators, WIFI, Tents, Tables, Chairs, Water, Ice, and other rental services will be available for a fee. Submit your request early.
  • Limited Backstock Refrigeration will be available. Submit your request early.
  • Health Department permits and insurance required.
  • Scheduled inspections should take place on Friday, June 11th, prior to Gates opening.
  • Food Trucks will need to submit proof of valid licenses, permits, and inspections to be in compliance and bypass this process.

Additional Food Vendor Information

EAU CLAIRE FOOD TRUCK REQUIREMENTS TEMPORARY FOOD STAND REQUIREMENTS

Eau Claire City-County Special Event Food Vendor Requirements

  • Food Truck License / Transient Food Permit issued by Eau Claire City-County Health Department
  • Health Department Inspection (scheduled for Friday Practice Day)
  • Fire Department Annual Permit
  • Fire Department Inspection (scheduled for Friday Practice Day)
  • Kitchen Hood Ventilation and Suppression System, if required (required for any food truck whose cooking produces grease laden vapors from fryers, grills, or griddles)

Questions? Contact info@cvairshow.com

FOOD & DRINK APPLICATION

Please fill out the application below. Concessions vendors operating a tent, truck, or trailer should select the first option. Smaller cart or kiosk vendors (10x10' or smaller) should select the second option.

MENU & PRICING

Please describe the menu you will provide along with examples of pricing. When planning your menu, please keep in mind this will be a high-traffic, family-friendly environment.

Food vendors are only permitted to sell bottled water but no other beverages. Specialty drink vendors (smoothies, lemonade, coffee, etc.) may sell their specialty drinks and bottled water only.

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Do you provide any food options on your menu that are safe for any of the following allergy-based dietary restrictions?

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LOGISTICS & REQUIREMENTS

EQUIPMENT RENTAL + PURCHASE

If a tent, chairs, tables, potable water, ice, or other equipment are needed for CVAS, contact: info@cvairshow.com

APPLICATION INFO

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis
  • You will receive a confirmation email after submission
  • The CVAS team will follow up within 2-3 weeks
  • Vendor selection is based on menu variety, logistics, and availability

Questions? Contact info@cvairshow.com