Be a part of the FEAST! Local Foods Tradeshow!

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Cannon Falls, MN

Exhibitor spots are full; attendee registration remains open through March 14.

For inquiries, contact [email protected]

Pictured above: Leah Pekrul of Sweet Haven Tonics at the FEAST! 2024 Tradeshow with Michelle Sharp of Meet the Minnesota Makers

2025 Tradeshow VENDOR INFORMATION

REGISTRATION FEES

Tradeshow Booth: 

Applications will be reviewed by a jury of professionals from the FEAST Network before being accepted. In the event that a vendor is not accepted, all fees will be refunded immediately in full. (See "Selection Process" below). 

Exhibitor booth fees 

• Tradeshow, 3/20/25 in Cannon Falls, MN:  $250; discounted $200 Early Bird rate through January 31
• The Tradeshow is more like a tabletop show, so it's not a 10x10 like the festival. It does include the following:
  • 8' table with tablecloth and chair 
  • (no pipe and drape)
  • access to a PREP kitchen: wash sink, prep surfaces, ice, and a small chest freezer
  • electricity included, though we do need to plan to avoid circuit overload

Pictured: Tami of The Saucy Mamma at the FEAST! 2024 Tradeshow

Important details:

• All vendors are encouraged to attend Vendor Information meetings. 
  • Vendor meeting Thursday, Mar. 13 at 2pm: Registered exhibitors only
  • Meeting agenda: Preview of Founders Forum, what to expect
  • For inquiries, send an email or text to Elena: [email protected] or 608.712.8340
• Tradeshow load in: WEDNESDAY 3/19 3-5pm or THURSDAY 3/20 7:30-8:45am
• Exhibitors MUST be fully set up by 9:30am Thursday, March 20
• Exhibitors MAY NOT break down booths until 2:30pm Thursday, March 20
• VENDOR INFORMATION PACKET to come; for inquiries, send an email or text to Elena: [email protected] or 608.712.8340.

MATCHING DISCOUNTS:

Minnesota businesses can take advantage of cost-sharing programs, and receive up to a 50% match on your exhibitor's fees. 

• Minnesota exhibitors can request a match for your exhibitor fees and some other expenses through the MN Dept. of Agriculture Tradeshow Support Program.   See eligibility information here.

PAYMENTS:

Payment must be received before your application will be processed. When submitting your application you may either pay via credit card or check. 

PAY ONLINE HERE

PAYING BY CHECK: Please make check payable to "Renewing the Countryside" and write "Feast Exhibitor 2025" in the memo line.

Please return check to:

Renewing the Countryside
312 Center St. East
Hammond, MN 55991

CANCELLATION:

50% refund available through January 31 for Tradeshow booth fee. 100% refund if application is denied or if FEAST cancels the event.
Fees are non-refundable for cancellation after Feb. 1, 2025.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Companies and products are reviewed by the FEAST! jury committee based on responses to the application questions.

The FEAST! Network is passionate about promoting the use of locally-grown ingredients. Vendor approval is likely for companies that are sourcing ingredients locally or who are interested in learning more about using locally-grown ingredients.