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Vendor Fees and Permit Requirements

Vendor Space Fees

  • Flat Fee: $50 per market day + 3% Processing Fee (not to exceed $3 per market day)
  • No refunds or credits

Food Trucks & Trailers

  • Required:
    • Dallas County Health Permit (can also be issued by the City of Mesquite).
    • City of Mesquite Fire Department inspection
  • Permit covers: Any MFU (Mobile Food Unit)-permitted site in Mesquite for the calendar year.
  • Contact the Health Department for full details.

Vendor PAYMENT PROCESS

  • Apply for the market → get approved for the season
  • Requested dates show as “Waitlisted” in the portal.
  • When a space is available, an invoice will be sent for a specific date.
  • Vendors will have 72 hours (or stated window) to pay the invoice.
  • Once payment is received, the spot is confirmed for that date.
  • If no payment is received, the invoice voids and the spot goes to the next vendor who is on the waitlist.
  • Portal may show “approved,” but dates are not confirmed until paid.
  • Vendors are responsible for tracking invoices and updating availability.

Food Vendor Health Permits

  • Required for On-site Food Sellers - Please contact Market Management for more information.
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