Register for Open Streets MPLS™ Cedarfest

Registration for Open Streets Cedarfest 2026 closed on Friday, September 4th.

Registration submissions made after September 4th may not be received by Our Streets staff and a response and/or spot on the street is not guaranteed. Unless you receive written confirmation from Our Streets prior to the event that you have been assigned a spot on the street, assume that your registration is invalid due to late submission. Contact us at [email protected] with your inquiry and we will respond to late registration requests as capacity allows.

Open Streets Cedarfest 2026 is co-hosted by West Bank Business Association and Our Streets. Sign up below to be part of the West Bank party of the year on Sunday, September 13th from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm!

Note regarding food vendor eligibility for Open Streets Cedarfest: any vendor using a Minnesota Cottage Food License is eligible for participation, but all other food vendor types are limited to businesses and residents located within Cedar-Riverside. If you have questions, contact us at [email protected].

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Your Name(Required)

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Your Preferred Name

By default, our team will typically refer to you using the First Name you shared above. Only use this field if you prefer we call you by a different name, nickname, or title.

Your Pronouns

Business / Organization / Group Name(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Address will be used to verify your participation type.

Your Email Address(Required)

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Your Phone(Required)

Required for all, especially necessary for food vendors.

Social handles/links (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, BlueSky, etc.)

We’ll use these to cross-promote your posts about the event and/or add you as a post collaborator. (Example: @ourstreetsmn on X, TikTok, BlueSky, Instagram. Facebook.com/ourstreetsmn)

Preferred Method of Contact

Email is the primary and most consistent way that Our Streets will communicate with participants about the event, but we will do our best to connect with you in your preferred method.

Best Time to Call You

What is your participation type?(Required)

Not sure? Use the participation type tool at this link: https://forms.gle/XKYz6pNhf4cJyjWH6

Would your performance or programmed activity last the entire event? (11am – 5pm)(Required)

Yes

How much time do you want for your performance set or programmed activity?(Required)

Will you be selling or giving away food at the event?(Required)

Yes

If you are only going to distribute bottled water and/or prepackaged candy, you can select no for this question.

Do you have a valid existing food license for Minneapolis events?(Required)

Food License Number(Required)

Do you have a food license in another jurisdiction?(Required)

Yes

Select yes if you have a commercial kitchen license in Minnesota or other local food license.

Jurisdiction(Required)

For example: City of Minneapolis, Hennepin County, or State of Minnesota

License number(Required)

Example: LIC123456

License street address

If different from address shared earlier in the form

List all food and beverages that you would sell or give away at the event.(Required)

List where you will get your food and beverages:(Required)

Will you be storing or preparing the food before the day of the event?(Required)

Yes

All food storage or preparation outside of the event can only occur in a licensed kitchen. If you are purchasing food on the day of the event and discarding leftovers, answer no to this question.

Licensed kitchen name(Required)

Kitchen license number(Required)

Kitchen address(Required)

Kitchen owner/manager phone number(Required)

Kitchen owner/manager email(Required)

What will you use to keep foods cold or hot while in transit?(Required)

If foods are shelf stable, type “N/A”

When you transport food to the event, how long will it be in transit?(Required)

Include both miles and transportation time

Will you have mechanical refrigeration at the event for cold holding?(Required)

Yes

This event is longer than 4 hours, so time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must use mechanical refrigeration.

List all equipment you plan to use at the event:(Required)

Sterno and canned heat are not allowed at outdoor events. Domestic slow cookers and crock pots are not allowed.

Will you have handwashing within 10 feet?(Required)

Yes

Handwashing is required if you serve open food, beverages, or samples.

List items you will prepare or store before the event, including pre-packaged items:

Item

Description of preparation/storage (cold holding, cooking, preparing, storing, etc.)

List all items you will prepare or store at the event, including pre-packaged items:

Item

Description of preparation/storage (cold holding, cooking, preparing, storing, etc.)

Check EVERY box to verify you understand the short term food permit requirements:(Required)

Once my application is approved, changes cannot be made to the menu.

I am required to use the food vendor checklist and have it available during my inspection.

Hand washing must be set up within 10 feet of menu items being served or prepared.

The city of Minneapolis has rules on containers used for serving food and drinks under the Green To Go city ordinance: All to-go containers must be reusable, recyclable, or compostable.

I serving or storing cold time/temperature control for safety foods, they must be kept at or below 41°F, and I must use mechanical refrigeration to do so as the event is more than four hours long.

My food or beverage service will be immediately closed for any of these reasons: 1) Serving opened food or beverage without handwashing. 2) Preparing or bringing food from an unlicensed facility. 3) Contamination or other immediate health hazards. 4) Not bringing enough hot and cold holding equipment.

What dietary restrictions are you able to accomodate?(Required)

Gluten-Free

Gluten-Friendly (cross-contamination possible)

Halal

Kosher

Vegan

Vegetarian

Select all that apply. This is only to provide information to attendees and does not impact your application.

Which major allergens may be present in your food?(Required)

Select all that apply. This is only to provide information to attendees and does not impact your application.

If you would like, share additional context about your cross-contamination practices or dietary accomodations.

All participants who are selling items must submit an ST-19 form to [email protected] for tax compliance purposes. Do you plan to sell items at the event?(Required)

Yes, I will be selling items and will send a completed ST-19 form to Our Streets

Do you need a tent, table and chairs provided for you?(Required)

Yes.

No, I’ll bring my own.

Limited number available, please bring your own if you are able so we can prioritize those with greatest need. We will follow up to confirm if we are able to provide you with a tent, table and two chairs.

Vendors who use artificial intelligence (AI) imaging tools to create goods are not permitted in the Makers Market. By checking the box below, you are confirming that your work, art, and goods are not created using AI.(Required)

I understand, and confirm that I do not use AI to create my goods or artwork.

Vendors who use AI may register in other place-based categories including: Neighborhood Participant, Minneapolis Participant, Minnesota Participant, and Out-of-State Participant.

Accessiblity is important to us. Are you unable to pay the $25 Makers Market registration fee due to financial hardship, disability, or another reason?(Required)

I am able to pay the $25 Makers Market registration fee.

I need support. Please follow up with me about waiving my fee.

Registration fees help offset the cost of producing Open Streets Cedarfest. Please do support the event by paying your registration fee if you are able.

Will you be using a portable generator?(Required)

Yes, and I understand the restrictions and requirements.

No.

Liquid propane tanks must not exceed 20L in volume unless the vendor has additional licensure from the Minneapolis Fire Department. Propane tanks may not be stored under tents. Vendors using liquid propane must have a 2A10BC fire extinguisher on hand.

Will you have amplified sound?(Required)

Yes, and it is essential to my activity.

Yes, I’d like to, but it is non-essential to my activity.

No.

Limited amplified sound spots available, assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. Amplified sound means anything loud enough to impact conversations more than 25 feet away.

Describe the amplified sound(Required)

Do you need more than the standard 12'x12' space?(Required)

Yes

How much space do you need?(Required)

Our Streets will do our best to accomomdate requests for additional space on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants who are not from the event neighborhoods may need to pay an additional fee for more space.

Do you have a preferred spot location?(Required)

Yes

Would you like a free yard sign or poster to display at your business?

Yes, yard sign.

Yes, poster.

No, thank you.

What is your preferred spot location?(Required)

Can be exact location request or a general request, such as “away from amplified sound,” or “near a restroom.” Accessibility needs will be prioritized. Preferences will be honored if possible but exact placement is not guaranteed. Makers Market vendors will be placed within the designated Makers Market area unless an exception is made by the event organizer.

Do you have other accessibility needs or requests? Share them here:

Share a short description of your event booth, service offering, performance, or activity. This may be used in public promotions.(Required)

Example: Minneapolis Trinkets sells handmade jewelry and home goods with a whimsical flair that are created from found objects and sustainably-sourced materials. Designed and owned by Minnie Apple, a lifelong South Minneapolis resident and queer artist.

Comments, questions, requests, love letters to Open Streets Minneapolis? Share them here:

I acknowledge that I must complete payment before my participation is confirmed.(Required)

I have received confirmation of my late registration from Our Streets and will pay the fee when redirected to a payment page once this form is submitted. My payment is non-refundable.

I have not recieved confirmation of my late registration from Our Streets. Any payment I choose to submit does not guarantee a spot on the street and is non-refundable.

Late registrations: do not submit payment unless you have received prior confirmation from Our Streets that your late registration will be accepted.

By submitting this form after the registration deadline, I acknowledge that I am not guaranteed a spot on the street or a response from Our Streets staff.(Required)

I acknowledge that my late registration submission may not receive a response and that a spot on the street is not guaranteed.

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