NEVF Food Permits

Food permits are required for all exhibitors selling fresh food or beverages, sampling any open food or beverages, and for all food or beverages prepared outside a commercial kitchen (packaged or fresh).

The deadline to apply for a food permit is 5/20/24.

Food vendors must apply online to get a temporary food permit for NEVF through the City of Worcester. If you have any questions please reach out to Jen at jen@vegfest.org.

Below are instructions for filling out the permit application from the City of Worcester:

• Visit the application web page.
• Click the APPLY ONLINE button at the top and set up your account and password.
• CHOOSE TEMPORARY FOOD 1-15 DAYS.
• When asked for the Location in Step 2, type "Wellness" and select "486 CHANDLER ST, Unit WELLNESS CENTER, Worcester, MA."
• Make sure to upload your SERVSAFE FOOD MANAGERS and ALLERGEN AWARENESS certifications.
• You will need to upload a copy of the permit from your local health department.
• There are also required revenue and workers comp documents that are part of the application and need to be filled out.
• The cost is $60.