Vendors

Every year, over 700+ vendors sign up to be part of LakeFest Oakland, but due to space, we can not accept them all. While we wish we could welcome everyone, we want YOU to be part of LakeFest 2025—so don’t wait!

We are accepting retail, food, food trucks, pre-packaged food & beverage, informational, health & wellness vendors, and more.

Spots fill up fast, so secure yours today! Please read all the information thoroughly before applying.

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"You are only required to obtain one permit, not both. The permit you need depends on your specific food vendor category and how you will be selling food."

If you have a Food Cart, Food Truck, Food Trailer, please click link BELOW for MOBILE FOOD FACILITY PERMIT

MOBILE FOOD FACILITY PERMIT APP

If you are selling food items, including prepackaged goods, hot meals, or beverages in a tent , please click link BELOW for TEMPORARY FOOD FACILITY PERMIT. .

Temporary food facility permit

CURIOUS ABOUT WHAT VENDOR CATEGORY YOU FALL UNDER, CHECK OUT VENDOR SPECIFICATIONS BELOW: (PERMIT INFO, CATEGORIES...ETC)

Retail Vendors- $350

Vendors selling non-food products, including:

Clothing & Accessories
Handmade Goods & Art
Jewelry
Home Decor
Specialty Items

Prepackaged Food & Beverage-$400

Vendors selling sealed, pre-made food and drink itsuch as:

Packaged Snacks & Treats
Jams, Honey, & Condiments
Coffee & Bottled Beverages
Specialty Prepackaged Foods

Food Trucks-$650

Full-service mobile kitchens offering a variety of cuisines and drinks.

Hot Food Vendors (Non-Food Truck)-$500

Vendors preparing and serving fresh, hot meals on-site (tents & pop-ups).

Informational / Nonprofit Organizations-$350

Organizations providing resources, education, and outreach to the community.

Local Nonprofits
Community Organizations
Government & Civic Groups

Health & Wellness Zone-

retail-$350

informational-$250

Vendors and practitioners focused on health, fitness, and well-being, including:

Wellness Products & Services
Mental Health & Self-Care Resources
Fitness & Holistic Healing

ALAMEDA COUNTY NOW HOLDS A FOOD VENDOR "INFORMATION SESSION" to learn more on the permitting process: CLICK HERE

Selling at LakeFest 2025? You May Need a Temporary Seller’s Permit!

If you plan to sell taxable goods at LakeFest and your business operates for less than 90 days, you may be required to obtain a Temporary Seller’s Permit through the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA).

Who Needs a Temporary Seller’s Permit?

✅ Vendors selling retail goods, handmade items, clothing, accessories, packaged food, or other taxable products.
✅ Vendors operating less than 90 days in California.

Who Doesn’t Need One?

❌ Vendors providing informational services only (nonprofit organizations, resource booths, etc.).
❌ Vendors selling hot food or prepared meals (as food vendors typically operate under a different licensing structure).

How to Apply for a Temporary Seller’s Permit

1️⃣ Visit the CDTFA Website – Apply Online Here
2️⃣ Select "Register for a Temporary Seller’s Permit"
3️⃣ Fill out the required business and tax information
4️⃣ Submit & receive your permit number

⏳ Processing Time: Instant approval in most cases, but apply early to avoid any last-minute issues!

📌 Pro Tip: Bring a printed or digital copy of your Temporary Seller’s Permit to LakeFest in case of vendor verification.

IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A BUSINESS LICENSE OR SELLERS PERMIT, THIS INFORMATION DOES NOT APPLY TO YOU.

VENDOR faq's: click here

CLAIM YOUR VENDOR SPOT FOR LAKEFEST 2025