Pinellas TacoFest ~ 6th Annual
Est. Attendance: 13,000
Location: England Brothers Park — 5010 Dave McKay Way, Pinellas Park, Florida 33781
Date: January 23–24, 2027
Time: Saturday, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM / Sunday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Load in: Friday, 1:00–5:00 PM or Saturday, 7:00–9:00 AM Load out: Sunday, 5:30 PM
The Venue
England Brothers Park offers an exceptional setting for vendors looking to showcase their products at a premier 10.74-acre outdoor venue specifically designed for large community festivals. The heart of the park features the England Brothers Bandshell, a permanent stage that provides a professional backdrop for events.
Surrounding the stage is an expansive open green space with excellent sightlines, perfect for drawing in crowds and providing a pet-friendly environment. A meandering paved walking path flows through the park, ensuring easy pedestrian access and a natural traffic pattern for shoppers.
The venue is fully equipped with professional-grade infrastructure to support vendor success, including specialized utilities, evening lighting, and convenient restroom facilities. To maximize attendance, the park features ample free visitor parking with large grassy lots located directly adjacent to the event field and overflow areas in nearby city-owned lots, providing further accessibility within easy walking distance.
This combination of professional amenities and stress-free parking makes England Brothers Park a top-tier choice for any vendor looking to participate in a high-capacity festival.
Applicant Requirements & Review
We are seeking food vendors with an EPIC Taco offering included with their normal menu. At least one taco-themed highlight must be offered. Additional foodie-type vendors with items that complement the taco theme are encouraged to apply.
Examples include Mexican cuisine other than tacos, sauces, spices, salsas, rubs, food products, gadgets, kitchenware, and other specialty foods.
Applications must include three (3) photos of your work or items for sale and one (1) photo of your outdoor booth setup. Remember, a decorated booth and sampling attract consumers.
Space Sizes & Setup Notes
Exhibitor Spaces: 10’ x 10’ You must plan for your display to fit within your purchased or assigned space.
Food Vendor Spaces: Sold by linear foot.
Enter the total footage you will need when fully open and operational, including hitches, then recalculate to determine your fee.
Electric: Add $100. When submitting your application, enter the following in the “Notes Here” section:
“Electric requested; SIK Promotions, Inc. is authorized to process $100 to the card on file.”
Safety Note: All cords must be buried for safety.
Applying for an event does not guarantee acceptance. Confirmation or rejection will be updated on your “My Festivals” tab and will not be provided by phone without prior written confirmation.
Payment Requirement: Applications must be paid in full to be considered received. Fees will be refunded if your application is not accepted.
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*SAVE $50 when you submit payment before November 22, 2026. Discount applied at checkout.
Vendor Categories & Fees
Artist/Crafter/Condiment Vendors: $235 — items must be made by the applicant Resale/Retail: $285 Fair Trade/Import: $285 Commercial/Corporate: $1,500 and up — branding packages available Charities/Non-Profits: $235
Food Vendors
Mainline Food Vendors (Full Menu): $28.50 per linear foot
Applications must include a complete menu with prices and taco items listed first.
Single Item Food/Beverage Vendors: $23.50 per linear foot
Limited to one single snack or beverage item. Applications must include a complete menu with prices and taco items listed first.
Food & Beverage Vendor Requirements: Prior to approval, applicants must submit two separate certificates of insurance naming the City of Pinellas Park and SIK Promotions, Inc. each as additional insured, along with the Hold Harmless form required by the City.
Performers
All performer applications must be submitted with a press kit by email to gilchristleslie@gmail.com.
SIK Promotions events are family-friendly. Vulgar language, violence, nudity, alcohol, and drug use are prohibited at all events.
Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance for performance.
Exhibitor Cancellation Policy
Effective June 15, 2024: A $50 cancellation fee applies to every canceled booking. All cancellations must be made in writing via email.
30+ days before setup date (choose one):
- Refund of booth fee excluding 8% processing fees, minus a $50 administrative fee. Application fees are non-refundable, or
- Show credit toward a future SIK Promotions, Inc. event. The credit must be redeemed within one calendar year from the date of the original application.
8–29 days before setup date: No refunds will be offered. Show credit may be available for a future SIK Promotions, Inc. event and must be redeemed within one calendar year from the date of the original application.
7 days or less: No refunds or credits will be available.
Redeeming Show Credit: Apply to an available future SIK Promotions, Inc. event within one calendar year from the date of your cancellation. Enter your show credit details in the “Notes Here” section and submit your application. Once a credit is applied to an event, it is considered redeemed in full and is non-transferable. You will be notified by email if there is a remaining balance due.
Multiple Cancellations: If you book and cancel twice within a calendar year, your fees will become non-refundable, and no credit will be offered for future events.
Vendor Insurance: Vendors are encouraged to purchase event cancellation insurance to protect their investment in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Event Cancellation Policy
Events are rain or shine. We will not cancel a show because of inclement weather unless state, city, or local officials determine that cancellation is necessary for public safety.
If an event is canceled by officials for any reason, exhibitors will be notified by email and offered show credit toward a future SIK Promotions, Inc. event.
No credits or refunds will be issued when a show is affected by forces of nature beyond our control while the event is taking place.
