Thank you for your participation in the 35^th Anniversary of the Utah Asian Festival. The festival is dedicated to the Asian communities in Utah and is intended to provide a means of expressing, promoting and preserving our unique and valuable customs, traditions, and heritage.  In order to ensure that the Festival is a positive and meaningful experience for all involved, many important new rules and guidelines have been added or modified this year to protect the integrity of the Festival. Please read all the rules and requirements carefully and sign the Exhibitor Application. If you have any questions regarding the application or booth requirements, please contact Ling Ling Chen (801)359-1571 and Cecile Aguayo (702)525-0072.

Location:             South Towne Exposition Center
                      9575 South State Street
                      Sandy, Utah 84070

1.   Licensing: You must have a business license and sales tax number in order to sell or solicit a sale at the Utah Asian Festival.  In addition, all food vendors (food booths) must have a Temporary Event Permit and a Food Handler's Permit. Please have all required licenses and permits available at the Festival for inspection.

2.  Food Booth Applicants:  All food booths must have a Temporary Event Permit (dated June 9, 2012) and Food Handler's Permit before the day of the event. You must have both permits even if you already have a business license.  At least one person with Food Handler’s Permit must be inside the Food Booth at all times. Please have the Temporary Event Permit available and visible inside your food booth during the festival. The Department of Health will close down any booths that do not have the appropriate permits and/or are not in compliance. Additionally, South Towne Exposition Center does not allow sales of water, soda, or any other items sold at their concession stands. Please make sure you fully understand and observe their policy. A representative must attend one Asian Festival committee meeting to ensure understanding of policies and to present food menu.  Any suspicion that any policies are not observed will result in the unfortunate closing of your booth.

3.   Operating Hours: All booths must be set up and be ready for inspection and operation by 9:30 a.m. on the day of the event and must not be unattended from the hours of 10:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. Any booths not meeting these requirements will forfeit any/or all Reimbursable Dollars that may have been available.

4.  Fees: All fees associated with the reservation of booths and tables, including any additional tables, chairs and electrical outlets are not refundable and must be paid at the time you submit your application, unless other arrangements were made prior to the submission of the application. Reimbursable Dollars will be refunded only after all requirements and expectations have been met and have received approval by either Utah Asian Festival Chair or Co-Chair.

5.  Fire & Health Safety: All items brought into the South Towne Exposition Center (STEC) must be fireproof or have been treated with fire retardant. All Food Booths must be equipped with a fire extinguisher and hot and cold food thermometers. The local Fire Marshall, Health Department, City Building Inspector, STEC, or their agents will inspect any booths and exhibits. Any items that do not comply with the health and safety standards will be seized and removed immediately.

6.   Display: All displays must not extend more than two inches beyond the perimeter of the table. Please keep aisles clear as dictated by fire safety standards.

7.  Use of Tables and Chairs: All tables and chairs must remain inside of the booth intended for. Chairs and tables specifically provided for the use of dining areas, entertainment areas or other booths must not be moved into your booth. You may order additional tables and chairs on the application form or supply your own. Please have your personal tables and chairs clearly labeled to prevent any misunderstanding.

  BOOTH DESCRIPTIONS