Food Vendors · July 11–12, 2026
Food vendor guide
Load-in, booth package, MAPAQ and fire permits, power, and closing procedures for hot-food vendors.
Working guide · confirm last-minute changes with your team lead
- Dates
- July 11–12, 2026
- Public hours
- Saturday 11 AM–9 PM · Sunday 11 AM–5 PM
- Location
- JCCCM · 8155 Rue Rousselot, Montréal, QC H2E 1Z7
Festival information
Key details for Festival Matsuri 2026.
Festival Matsuri 2026 takes place at Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre of Montreal (JCCCM).
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Dates | July 11–12, 2026 |
| Public hours | Saturday 11 AM–9 PM · Sunday 11 AM–5 PM |
| Venue | Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre of Montreal (JCCCM) |
| Address | 8155 Rue Rousselot, Montréal, QC H2E 1Z7 |
Emergency evacuation
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- Know your nearest exit and the designated assembly point.
- Follow instructions from security and operations staff.
- Do not re-enter the site until an all-clear is given.
- For a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
Weekend at a glance
Arrive early enough to pass inspection and be ready before gates open.
| Day | Vendor arrival | Public hours | Close |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, July 11 | 8:00 AM setup begins | 11:00 AM–9:00 PM | Last call 8:30 PM |
| Sunday, July 12 | 10:00 AM restocking | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM | Last call 4:30 PM |
MAPAQ inspectors arrive unannounced on Saturday, July 11, at approximately 11:30 AM. Be fully compliant before gates open, and check in with the operations team on arrival.
Your booth package
Hot-food booths are $350 and sit in the Street Food Alley with generator power.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Fee | $350 |
| Refundable deposit | $150 hygienic cleanup deposit |
| Space | 10×10 ft heavy-duty tent in the Street Food Alley & Bazaar |
| Included | Two 15A electrical breakers, one table, two chairs, wastewater disposal |
Cooking with deep fryers, gas burners, electric grills, and takoyaki plates is permitted only in the designated food zones.
Permits and inspections are mandatory
You must meet MAPAQ food-safety and SIM fire requirements before service begins.
MAPAQ (food safety):
- Hold a valid MAPAQ Permis d’événement spécial and keep documentation at your booth.
- Keep raw meats below 4°C in plug-in commercial coolers — no melting ice boxes.
- Keep hot cooked foods above 60°C.
- Provide a functional handwashing station with hot water, liquid soap, and paper towels.
SIM (fire department):
- Every hot-food tent needs at least one 2A:10BC portable fire extinguisher with a valid inspection tag.
- Booths using deep fryers also require a Class K fire extinguisher.
- Secure propane cylinders upright and store them away from public pathways.
Power and the 50kVA generator
The Food Alley shares one 50kVA generator with a 350A limit. Overloading it can trip an entire row.
- Submit your complete equipment and amperage list before the festival.
- Never connect fryers, rice cookers, grills, or other high-draw appliances to a standard extension cord.
- Use outdoor-rated, grounded cables and keep connections protected from traffic and weather.
- The on-site electrician must verify your electrical load before gates open.
Close, clean, and pack out
Leave your space clean, dispose of grease and wastewater properly, and follow vehicle-access rules.
- Do not begin a public-facing teardown before last call.
- Dispose of grease in the grease barrels and empty wastewater at the designated point.
- Remove all food waste, packaging, equipment, and merchandise.
- Sunday teardown begins after the 5:00 PM gate closure.
- Wait for operations or security approval before bringing a vehicle onto the site.
- Your $150 deposit is refunded when your space is left hygienically clean.
General policies
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- Treat all staff, vendors, performers, and guests with respect.
- Harassment and discrimination are not tolerated.
- Follow all site safety and accessibility rules.
- Report any concern to your team lead or security.