How to Become a Vendor
Are you a locally owned business wanting to set up at Mannequin Night? We’d love to have you!
Bring a Food Truck
If you would like to bring a food truck to Mannequin Night, there are some additional steps you will need to complete. Follow our step-by-step instructions to bring your food truck to Mannequin Night!
If you plan to serve hot food items or items not individually packaged for consumption, you must register as a food truck.
Vendor Guidebook
Download and read our specially curated Vendor Guidebook! (Don't worry, it's short and sweet.) This will give you important information regarding safety protocols and other practices.​
Vendors
Testimonials
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My business participated last year and we loved being part of it! We can't wait to participate again this year!
Danielle, Fine and Dandy
This event consistently stands out as one of our highest sales days of the year. The excitement surrounding Mannequin Night is unparalleled, and we’re eager to be involved every time.
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Lindsey, Sundae in Paris
Instructions for Tables or Tents
Mail in both forms and $75
Start 4-6 weeks prior
Deadline: September 16
Place the following requirements in a sealed envelope:
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Completed Vendor Application form
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Completed Hold Harmless form (this form must be notarized)
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This is a liability waiver for the City of Paris, TX.
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See our FAQs section about free or low-cost notary options!
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$75 application fee (cash or check)
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Mail your Vendor Application, notarized Hold Harmless form, and $75 to the following address:​​
Chelsea Stringfellow
Gifts from Above Boutique
605 Lamar Ave.
Paris, Texas 75460
Done! 🥳
Receive location 1-2 weeks prior
Be on the lookout for an email with your assigned location about one to two weeks before the event.
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If you have any questions or would like to check the status of your application, feel free to email us at mannequinnight@yahoo.com!
Instructions for Food Trucks
STEP 1
Register with the City of Paris, TX and Pass Health Inspection
Food trucks must be registered with the city of Paris, TX and undergo a health inspection. Start the process by clicking the link below:​
Start 3-6 months prior
Deadline: September 16
STEP 2
Start 4-6 weeks prior
Deadline: September 16
Complete and gather all the application requirements below:
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Completed Food Truck Application form
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Completed Hold Harmless form (this form must be notarized)
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This is a liability waiver for the City of Paris, TX.
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See our FAQs section about free or low-cost notary options!
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$75 application fee (cash or check)
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Copy of Menu with Prices
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Certificate of Liability Insurance
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Copies of permits and licenses
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Mobile Food Unit Permit on file with the City of Paris
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A picture of your electrical plug connection
Mail your application, Hold Harmless form, application fee, and all the required information above to the following address:​
Chelsea Stringfellow
Gifts from Above Boutique
605 Lamar Ave.
Paris, Texas 75460
Complete and Notarize the Hold Harmless Form.
Mail In Your Application with All Required Information.
Done! 🥳
Receive location 1-2 weeks prior
Be on the lookout for an email with your assigned location about one to two weeks before the event.
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If you have any questions or would like to check the status of your application, feel free to email us at mannequinnight@yahoo.com!
FAQs
DO I NEED TO REGISTER WITH THE CITY OF PARIS IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE AS A VENDOR? In order to serve hot food items or items not individually packaged for consumption, you must register as a food truck. Once registered, you may participate in all downtown festivals. Vendors that are not required to obtain a food handlers license do not have to register with the City of Paris.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BECOME A VENDOR? A non-refundable $75 fee covers the paperwork and space for each vendor. Due to city ordinance, electrical plugs are NOT available, so be prepared to bring a generator if you will need electricity. Food Trucks must be self-contained.
WHAT IS THE DEADLINE FOR SIGNING UP AS A FOOD TRUCK OR VENDOR? We ask that you sign up and complete all forms and pay all fees no later than September 16.
IF I SUBMIT ALL THE REQUIREMENTS AND PAY THE APPLICATION FEE, AM I GUARANTEED A SPOT? If you submit all required forms and details as well as the $75 vendor fee by September 16, we will have a spot for your business at Mannequin Night. Our event grows larger and more popular every year. We plan for growth to ensure that our vendors have the space they need. If, in the future, vendor spaces do run out, we will assign spaces in the order in which applications were received.
WHERE CAN I FIND A PUBLIC NOTARY IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE VENDOR FORM? All banks and courthouses have public notaries. Archer Construction which is located at 1161 Clarksville Street, Paris, TX 75460 has generously offered to notarize any forms for Mannequin Night,. You can find them just west of A Piece of Cake Bakery.
IS ELECTRICITY AVAILABLE FOR VENDORS? Unfortunately, due to city ordinance, electrical plugs are NOT available, so be prepared to bring a generator if you will need electricity. Food Trucks must be self-contained.