PLEASE NOTE: Our vendor application process will officially close on May 16, 2026. You may still submit an application to have a place on our waiting list.

Thank you for your interested in the Taste of Diversity Festival! Each year, our community gathers on Grant Street to celebrate the cultures, cuisines, and creative voices that make Buffalo such a vibrant and welcoming place. Whether you’re cooking, creating, or connecting neighbors to vital services, we’re excited that you’re interested in joining us.

While we prioritize restaurants and organizations on the West Side of Buffalo, we warmly welcome applications from all over Western New York.

vendor Application Process & details:

We strive to keep our costs low in order to encourage small businesses to participate.

All vendors — food, merchandise, and nonprofits — use the same application, which you’ll find at the bottom of this page.

The festival is RAIN OR SHINE, however, in the event of severe weather (lightening, high winds, torrential rain, etc.) we may need to cancel. Unfortunately, vendor fees are non-refundable past May 30.

Please note that you are not officially registered until you have been approved and paid your vendor fees. We will begin reaching out to vendors after March 16, please allow 48 hours to hear back from a festival representative.

Questions? Please email: tasteofdiversity@outlook.com

Information for Food Vendors:

Our food vendors are the heart of the festival! Each year, food vendors from all over Western New York bring the aromas, flavors, and culinary traditions bring our festival to life.

Registration Fee for Food Vendors: $300

Food vendor registration includes:

  • 10x10 tent

  • Access to electricity

  • 2 tables

  • All city and county permits/fees

  • Promotion on our website and social media channels

  • Menu listing in our digital festival program

Registration Fee for Food Trucks: $150

Food truck registration includes:

  • City Permits/fees

  • Promotion on our website and social media channels

  • Menu listing in our digital festival program

Please note, propane permits must be filed by the festival and are an additional $50 charge.

First-time with the festival food vendors MUST complete an Erie County Health Department training. We will provide information for scheduling.

Information for Merchandise Vendors:

Our Taste of Diversity Marketplace welcomes artists, makers, and small businesses, each bringing their own creativity, heritage, and story to Grant Street. From handcrafted goods to culturally inspired artwork, these vendors help transform the festival into a vibrant, open‑air market where community, craft, and culture meet.

Registration Fee for Merchandise Vendors: $75

Merchandise Vendor registration includes:

  • 10x10 space (tents are not included, but you are welcome to bring your own)

  • 2 6ft tables and 2 chairs

  • All City fees and permits

  • Promotion on our website and social media channels

  • Listing in our digital festival program

Information for Nonprofit organizations:

We welcome nonprofit organization that connect neighbors to the resources, support, and community programs that strengthen Buffalo’s West Side year‑round. If you are an organization that focuses on children and education, please reach out to us about opportunities to be a part of the Family Fun Zone at tasteofdiversity@outlook.com.

Registration Fee for Nonprofit Organizations: $30

Nonprofit registration includes:

  • 10x10 space (tents are not included, but you are welcome to bring your own)

  • 2 6ft tables and 2 chairs

  • Promotion on our website and social media channels

  • Listing in our digital festival program

Please note: All vendors must follow Erie County Health Department guidelines for food safety. You can access those guidelines by clicking HERE. We will reach out to you with information about scheduling a training for first-time festival food vendors.