ATTENTION: Mobile Vending Units will not be permitted for Penn Valley Park and Washington Square Park from May-July, 2026
Mobile Vending Units are trucks or carts that prepare and sell food and/or beverages. All equipment used shall be in a self-contained unit. The operation of pop-up or standalone merchandise sales is not allowed on park property unless part of a permitted event.
The Director of Parks and Recreation is authorized to establish rules, regulations, and fee schedules for mobile vending permits in City Parks pursuant to, and not inconsistent with, ordinance No. 060056. Permits will be at fixed locations designated by the Parks and Recreation Department.
All applications will be reviewed by Parks and Recreation staff. Park vending permits will be granted to those applicants who best meet the needs of the public that the Parks and Recreation Department is trying to serve at locations deemed appropriate by the Director.
Please have the following information before applying:
• Copy of current food permit from the Kansas City Health Department
• Copy of current business license
• A photo and measurements of the vending unit to be used
• Copy of current business insurance policy
• Copy of current vehicle insurance (for mobile units)
• A complete menu, including pricing
It is strongly recommended that an applicant obtain a preliminary park vending permit approval before purchasing vending equipment or City licenses, because only a limited number of park vending permits will be issued.
STAFF CONTACT: Tamara Goff, tamara.goff@kcmo.org or 816-513-8547