Jump To:
Raleigh Parks has expanded its Food Vendor Program to bring more food options to the runners, bikers, strollers, skaters, walkers (and everyone else!) who use our greenways and parks each day.
Approved Vendors can reserve a space in the park.
Reserve your space on RecLink
- Abbotts Creek
87,000 annual visitors; 16,500 annual average daily pass-through traffic - Anderson Point
At the intersection of Neuse River Trail and Crabtree Creek Trail, the two most heavily trafficked trails in the city's greenway system. - Baileywick
65,000 annual visitors - Buffaloe Road
11,500 annual average daily pass-through traffic; Over 35,000 annual visitors and 6,000 memberships at the Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center - Falls Lake Dam
Fourth most active greenway trail segment in the system. Nearby Forest Ridge Park, which sees over 217,000 annual visitors. - John Chavis Memorial Park
86,000 annual visitors; 19,000 annual average daily pass-through traffic - Lake Johnson
Approximately 410,000 annual visitors to the Waterfront Center and 7,000 annual average daily pass-through traffic. The second most active greenway trail segment in the system.
Note: Only food carts are permitted at this location. Vendors are able to park their vehicles and trailers at the adjacent parking lot if spaces are available, or at the nearby Woodland Center. - Laurel Hills
113,000 annual visitors; 17,500 annual average daily pass-through traffic - Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center
119,000 annual visitors; 21,500 annual average daily pass-through traffic - Shelley Lake Park
The most active greenway trail segment in the city has nearly 1,500 visitors per day. At Sertoma Arts Center, there are approximately 94,000 annual visitors and 11,500 annual average daily pass-through traffic
Note: Only food carts are permitted at this location. Vendors are able to park their vehicles and trailers at the adjacent parking lot. - Walnut Creek Wetland Center
The Center sees nearly 71,000 annual visitors. At the intersection of the Walnut Creek Trail and Little Rock Trail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone vend in the park?
You can only vend in the park if you:
- Are an approved vendor by the Parks Department
Contact jennie.saponaro@raleighnc.gov to see if you are an approved vendor - Reserve a space in the park
Reserve your space on RecLink - Follow all the Raleigh Parks food vending rules and regulations
Raleigh Parks Event Vendor: Information and Requirements
Can food trucks and carts vend in any Raleigh park?
While events featuring food trucks may take place in any Raleigh Park, this Food Vendor Program is being held at our most heavily used greenways and parks around the city.
What will the hours of the food vendors be?
A designated site can be rented in the morning and/or afternoon.
Morning: 8 - 10:30 a.m. for $25
Afternoon: 11 a.m. - Sundown for $45
What rules do vendors need to follow?
There are a number of rules that vendors must follow, which can be found on the Raleigh Parks website. Among the most important is that vendors are responsible for managing trash collection within a 50-foot radius of their cart or truck. Learn more about Raleigh Parks Event Vendor.
Can food trucks and carts vend anywhere in the park?
No. You can only vend in the designated location that is marked with signage and surface marking.
Who should I contact if there is an issue?
- On weekdays, please reach out to the Raleigh Parks hotline at 919-890-1800 or site staff at your chosen location during their open hours.
- During weekend hours, please reach out to Greenway Maintenance at 919-996-4115 or site staff at your chosen location during their open hours.