Taste & Tour Food Participant

Join Us for the Revitalized Tour & Taste of Mt. Vernon!

After a five-year break, we’re bringing back the beloved Tour & Taste of Mt. Vernon – and we want YOUR business to be a part of the celebration! Let’s come together to showcase the best of what Mt. Vernon has to offer and make this event unforgettable.

When: Friday, May 2, in Downtown Mt. Vernon!

Why Participate?
This is a unique opportunity to showcase your business to the local community and attract new customers! We’ll help promote your participation and connect you with other local businesses to drive more foot traffic to your location. Whether you’re a restaurant, retailer, or caterer, we’re partnering businesses to increase attendance and excitement!

How You Can Get Involved:

• Restaurants/Caterers: Offer free samples or sell your products. You can also provide non-alcoholic beverages and collaborate with DORA-licensed businesses for alcoholic drinks.
• Retail Shops: Offer a special promotion or discount for attendees or feature a unique product.
• All Participants: Be part of an exciting event where ticketholders will visit your business, collect stamps on their event passports, and have the chance to win door prizes at The Commons.

 NOTE: With the exception of caterers, you must have a brick & mortar shop or restaurant in Jefferson County, Illinois. No food trucks accepted for this event. All food vendors/caterers must provide proof of insurance and be licensed with the Jefferson County Illinois Health Department. 

Exciting Perks for Participants:

• Awards: Compete for People’s Choice and Best Decorated Display awards – plus the chance for some serious bragging rights!
• Promotion: DMDC will advertise your participation via flyers, social media, and news releases, giving your business excellent exposure.

Not located downtown?  That's ok! 

We’ll help promote your participation and place you at another participating downtown business to drive more foot traffic. Whether you’re a restaurant, retailer, or caterer, we’re partnering businesses to create a dynamic, exciting experience for attendees!

For questions, contact our friends at Mt. Vernon Tourism at 618-242-3151 or email tourism@mtvernon.com.

We’re excited to see you at the event!

Best regards,

Monte Jo Clark, DMDC President
Nat Shook, Promotions Chair

WAIVER OF LIABILITY

I, the undersigned, hereby fully waive, release and hold harmless Mt. Vernon Festivals, Inc., Downtown Mt. Vernon Development Corporation, and the City of Mt. Vernon, and their agents, directors, officers, employees, volunteers, affiliates, successors and assigns (the “Releasees”), from any and all liability and claims of whatever kind and nature, including, personal injury, property damage, or death that may arise from the Mt. Vernon Fall Fest event organized by Releasees, including the operation of a vendor booth at such events (herein the “Activities”). 

I hereby voluntarily sign this Waiver of Liability in sole consideration of being permitted to engage in the Activities. I fully assume any dangers and risks from engaging in the Activities, and agree to use my best judgment at all times. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees from and against any and all liability incurred as a result of or in any manner related to my participation in the Activities, including from my sale of goods and services to the general public.

I hereby agree to abide by all rules, instructions, policies and procedures imposed by the Releasees relating to the Activities. Further, I hereby grant full permission to the Releasees, to use any photographs, videos, recordings and any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose.