Questions About Obtaining a Permit and Selling on Parkland
What licenses are needed to sell on parkland?
In addition to your completed permit, provide the following documents:
State Tax and Use License
Current food license from Montgomery County Health and Human Services Department
Certificate of Liability Insurance listing M-NCPPC, 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD 20902, as a secondary insured on the certificate in the amounts of $1,000,000 per accident/$500,000 per person.
One-day or seasonal liquor license from Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services Department (alcohol sales only).
How far in advance must I submit a permit before the expected vending date?
Please submit your permit request two weeks before your event's requested date.
How long will it take me to receive my permit?
It will take approximately 3-5 business days to process your request.
When is alcohol permitted to sell?
Alcohol sales are permissible in selected parks. Contact the Permits Office for available locations.
Call: 301-495-2525
Email Park Permits
Alcohol sales are allowable at permitted special events
What are the vendor's hours on parkland?
Parks are open from sunrise to sunset, and vendors have use of the permitted location during those hours. However, we ask vendors to note their hours in the permit request, so park staff knows you are onsite.
If I hold a current license in Virginia or DC, can I sell in Montgomery Parks?
To sell food or beverages, you must obtain a current food license from the Montgomery County Health and Human Services Department in addition to the mentioned licenses.
Can I have exclusive use of a park location?
Vendor permits are on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on the park's size and type, food trucks may be approved to vend exclusively at a park locations. Please get in touch with our Permits Office for more details.
Where are food trucks/concessions not allowed?
Food trucks are not permitted on Montgomery Parks leased property like SoccerPLEX, Event Centers, and Brookside Gardens. Please get in touch with the Permits Office for more information.
What will happen if I don’t obtain a permit?
Your concessions will be closed and Montgomery Parks Police may issue a civil citation.
How can I find out what food vendors are available?
Contact the Permits Office for a list of possible vendors.
Does Montgomery Parks have designated food trucks or concession areas?
There is no designated vendor location, but our Permits Office is happy to help you determine the areas best suited for your business.