Farmers Market Vendor Application

THE OCEAN BEACH CERTIFIED FARMERS’ MARKET IS CURRENTLY AT FULL CAPACITY AND IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW VENDORS.

The Farmer's Market application is available, and you must submit a completed application to be considered at any point in the future. You will receive an email only if we have space and interest in your product.

Please note: You will not receive a confirmation or response after submitting the application form.

We kindly ask you not to contact us to check the status of your application form. Due to the high volume of inquiries, we are unable to respond to individual requests. There is no estimated timeline for openings. Because of the limited physical space on Newport Ave, opportunities for new vendors are rare.

We truly appreciate your interest in participating in the OB Farmer's Market. While we wish we could accommodate all interested vendors and businesses, our capacity is limited. We encourage you to explore the many excellent farmers' markets and pop-up events throughout San Diego as you await an opportunity to join our market.

In January 2027, information will be available on possible vending opportunities at our 2027 OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off, scheduled for Saturday, June 26, 2027.

Farmers Market Policies & Procedures

Please read the following information carefully before completing the application, to ensure you meet the requirements and agree to our event’s policies and procedures.

Application Process & Assignment

Your application will not be considered until all required documents are received. See page 3 for the list of documents each vendor type requires.
Farmers Market organizers maintain the right to review applications and decline Vendors that are not a fit for the Farmers’ Market and/or modify the vendor category.
Farmer’s Market organizers maintain the right to limit the number of vendors for any particular type of goods or services.
The Farmer’s Manager assigns booth location to ensure the Farmers Market is a success and safe for all vendors and patrons.

Vendor Booth Set-Up, Operation & Breakdown

Set-Up & Unloading

Vendors may enter the Farmer’s Market to set up between 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm once the tow trucks have cleared the 4900 block of Newport Ave.
Please keep the north side of Newport Ave clear, as it is the fire lane and is a requirement from the City of San Diego. If this is not followed, you will be subject to a $100 fine.
All vehicles must be out of the 4900 block by 3:30 pm. No exceptions.
The Farmer’s Market Manager decides what vehicles can remain on the 4900 block of Newport Ave. You are NOT guaranteed a space on the street behind your booth.
Vendors may park one vehicle directly in front of their assigned booth space to unload. Vehicles cannot be left unattended for any amount of time. Please move your vehicle before you set up your booth space.
If you arrive after 3:30 pm, you will have to walk your goods and equipment into the market.
Barricades can only be moved by staff or Security.

Booth Equipment & Operations

Vendor space is just that, only a space. All booths are 10’ X 10’ unless otherwise noted.
The Farmer’s Market DOES NOT provide electricity or water.
Vendors must provide ALL their equipment, including but not limited to canopies, tables, and chairs, etc.
ALL Vendor property must be stored in the footprint of your booth space. No storage is permitted outside the footprint of your vendor booth space.
Vendors are REQUIRED to have their own trash and recycling receptacles in their booth space. Each receptacle MUST be labeled. Vendors are not permitted to throw their trash in common-use trash receptacles or recycling containers.
Whisper-quiet generators may be used if they are included in your vendor application; heavy-duty electrical cords are required, must be covered, and the generator must be placed within your booth footprint. Generators may never be put on the sidewalk.
Signage and flags must be no more than 12 feet high and no lower than 7 feet off the ground.
Farmers Market organizers reserve the right to have a sign and/or tarp removed if it is deemed unsafe or detrimental to the Farmers Market in any way.

Vendor Space Cleanup + Trash & Recycling Removal

Vendors are responsible for the cleanup of their space.
All trash and recycling MUST be removed from your booth space and taken with you. The ground must be swept of any debris.
If your space is not cleaned properly, there will be a $100 cleanup charge.

Breakdown & Departure

All sales must be completed by 8:00 pm.
No early departures are permitted. No vehicles can depart the Farmer’s Market before 8:45 pm and must be escorted out by security.
Leave the market in the direction your car is parked or facing. No vehicles can turn around in the middle of the street.

Product Specifications & Restrictions

The Farmer’s Market organizers and Ocean Beach MainStreet Association shall be the sole judges as to whether an item is suitable to sell at the market. We are seeking certified farmers, crafters, and unique food items. We do not want retail or resale clothing or items.

ALL merchandise must be stored inside the allotted space.

Please note the following are not permitted:

Merchandise with the words OB Farmer’s Market or any other variation thereof.
Animal rides and /or sale of animals.
Drugs, alcoholic beverages, weapons, or explosives.
Stolen merchandise.
Materials that are unsuitable for market attendees.

Storm Water Policy & Spill Kits

Stormwater Policy

Farmer’s Market organizers require all vendors to understand and adhere to San Diego Municipal Code 43.0301, which makes it illegal to pollute storm drains.

Only rainwater is allowed down storm drains. There will be a $100 fine if a vendor is caught pouring any liquid down the storm drain. 2nd offense will result in a $200 fine, and a 3rd will result in expulsion from the Farmers Market.
Vendors must dispose of all pollutants such as ice, grease, trash, dirt, unfinished beverages, and any other type of trash properly. Vendors must take all trash with them.
Reminder – It does not matter if it’s “just water”. If it is not rainwater, it is not allowed in the storm drain. No exceptions ever.

Spill Kit Requirement

Hot Food Vendors must have a spill kit available in their booth that is comprised of materials effective in capturing and collecting potential leads or spills. Such as, but not limited to, paper towels, cloth towels, kitty litter, and/or sand. It is required that all hot vendors have a spill kit on hand.

Food Vendors

As a food Vendor, it’s your responsibility to understand and abide by all City of San Diego and County of San Diego regulations, including but not limited to safety regulations, fire marshal regulations, stormwater policies, and health department regulations.

TFF Vendor Permit

A copy of your TFF Vendor permit MUST be attached to the application.
A hard copy of your TFF Vendor permit must be posted in your booth for the entire duration of the Farmers Market each week.
Click here to apply for a TFF Vendor permit.

Generators

Farmers Market organizers must be informed if you plan to use a whisper-quiet generator. Food booths with generators will be strategically placed to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all Vendors and patrons and must be below 60dB.

Vending Cooking and Grease Management

All cooking equipment must be within the allotted booth space.
A physical barrier, fencing or delineators, must separate all cooking activities from the public.
Cooking grease and coals must be properly cooled, then taken with you and properly disposed of at an acceptable facility.

Parking

Several paid parking lots will be available for public parking. The most centrally located lot is AirGarage, located at the corner of Niagara Avenue and Cable Street. Parking fees are not waived for Vendors.

Insurance

Vendors must provide proof of general liability insurance.
Please upload your general liability ACORD certificate to this application.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Please read carefully as these policies will be strictly followed:

We are not a drop-in Farmers’ Market. Once you commit to our market, you must give our Farmers’ Market Manager one (1) week’s notice if you are not going to participate the following week. If you cancel under seven (7) days, you are required to pay your vendor fees to keep your place in the market.

All markets and events operate rain or shine to build shopper trust.

Vendors, thank you for reviewing and agreeing to OB Farmer’s Market Policy and Procedures. Please select the Vendor type that best describes your booth and complete the application and payment process.

Vendor Type

SELECT VENDOR TYPE *

Hand Made Arts and Crafts Vendor. Items sold must be handcrafted.

Non Food (anything not intended to be consumed)

Packaged Food & Beverage Food Vendor, ie, Grocery Items (items to be taken off-site before consuming

Food Vendor – Cooking & Heating Onsite Food or Beverage to be consumed on-site

Certified Producer / Farmer

Fee Schedule

Crafter - Mallory’s & Wings Army Parking Lots Vendor Fee: $68 - OR 10% of total sales, whichever is greater.

Crafter-Newport Avenue Vendor Fee: $98 - OR 10% of total sales, whichever is greater.

Pre-Packaged Food-Newport Avenue Vendor Fee: $78 - OR 10% of total sales, whichever is greater.

Hot Food-Newport Avenue Vendor Fee: $98 - OR 10% of total sales, whichever is greater.

Certified Farmer Vendor Fee: $25 - OR 7% of total sales, whichever is greater.

ALL VENDORS ARE REQUIRED TO PAY THE CALIFORNIA STATE Certified Farmers Market Fee: which is an additional $2 to the Farmers Market Vendor fee.

Contact Information

Name of Business / Organization

Booth Name

Email *

First Name *

Last Name *

Phone *

We will call or txt with updates. We will not use or sell your information for marketing purposes.

Street Address *

City *

State *

ZIP code *

Website

Questionaire

Are you currently vending at the Ocean Beach Farmers Market?

Yes

What other Farmer’s Markets do you participate in?

List the items you will sell in your booth:

Insurance

Liability Insurance
ALL Vendors must have proof of Liability Insurance
in effect by September 1, 2025.
COI must have 1 Million in General Liability and 2 Million Aggregate.

Image of your Certificate of Insurance *

If you do not upload a copy of your certificate, you will be required to purchase your insurance and provide the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association with a copy within 7 days of acceptance into the market.
More information

Files must be less than 64 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf doc docx.

Liability insurance expiration date *

Month