Let's TACO bout May 3rd in downtown Emporia!
Downtown Emporia will come alive with vibrant colors, lively music, and the rich flavors of Mexican culture as the annual Cinco de Mayo celebration, hosted by Hispanics of Today and Tomorrow (H.O.T.T.) and Emporia Main Street, takes over the heart of the community.
From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 3rd, visitors can stroll through a bustling festival filled with delicious food vendors offering authentic cuisine, a refreshing beer garden, and energetic entertainment that showcases the spirit of the holiday. Families and friends can enjoy traditional music, dancers, and engaging performances that bring the celebration to life.
Whether savoring mouthwatering tacos, listening to the rhythms of the music, or simply soaking in the festive atmosphere, this event is a perfect way to experience the culture and traditions of Cinco de Mayo in Emporia.
We are currently accepting vendors for May 3rd, 2025. The Cinco de Mayo Celebration will begin at 11 am that day and will take place in the 800 & 900 blocks of Commercial Street.
Vendors Information
-NO REFUNDS for cancellations. The event is rain or shine.
-Booth spaces are 12 ft wide by 15 ft deep. Depth is measured from the curb out. If your area exceeds this, then you need to purchase multiple booths. For example, if your food truck is 15ft wide (even with the hitch) you need 2 spots.
-NO REFUNDS for cancellations. The event is rain or shine.
-Vendor placement will be determined by sign up date, electrical needs, and spacing.
-Please note that electricity is available on a first come, first serve basis. Electrical is for a basic plug in (single 110 GFI) – you can only plug in one item (not a power strip). If you need to plug in more than a Square or phone charger, please contact the Emporia Main Street office at 620-340-6430 to make additional arrangements.
-No loud generators or generators that produce fumes. We cannot stress this enough. Loud generators can ruin the event for neighboring vendors and attendees.
-All items at your booth must be family friendly- no weapons or products that would be deemed culturally insensitive.
-Vendors may not sell any type of alcohol
-Each vendor is responsible for all their own display tables, racks, etc.
-We DO ALLOW multiple Direct Sales vendors.
-The only vehicles allowed on the street once the event begins are food trucks. If you have a trailer attached to a vehicle, the vehicle must be parked off Commercial Street.
-Fence panels CANNOT be moved until the conclusion of the event.
-Any Vendors with Jump/Bouncy Houses must provide a liability waiver and list Emporia Main Street and the City of Emporia as additional insured.
-All Vendors must report sales to the State of Kansas. Additional information will be sent out on reporting sales and sales tax information.
Vendor List
- Emporia Main Street
- Hispanics of Today & Tomorrow
- Aunt Nancy's Face Art
- Emporia Public Library
- Jovita's Tacos - tacos, tortas, burritos
- Kona Ice - Shaved Ice
- Myofascial - 10 minute release sessions
- Peggy Mast - fliers for Lexit & Turning Point
- Queen Pins- tacos, bburritos, & nachos
- Sacred Leaf- CBD and Legal THC Hemp Products
- Sherry Phillips- Kettle Corn and Cotton Candy
- Taqueria El Rojo - Tacos Al Pastor
- Vigilance Martial Arts Booth
Please Complete the form below to register!
2025 Cinco de Mayo Vendor Registration
Vendor Tax Documentation from the State of Kansas
All Vendors must comply with collecting sales tax at the events.