Food Vendor Application

Welcome

Thank you so much for your interest in participating in the upcoming Laredo Crime Stoppers Menudo Bowl. We are excited to celebrate the 30th Menudo Bowl. The Menudo Bowl is a keystone in the community and in large part Laredo Crime Stoppers MAIN FUNDRAISER that helps support our crime-fighting efforts.

The Menudo Bowl will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, between 10:00a- 7:00p at Webb County Fair Grounds (1848 Event Center) on Hwy 59

Donations made by individuals and businesses are tax-deductible and go toward the operation, education, and rewards offered by Laredo Crime Stoppers to Tipsters in the community who call anonymously to report criminal activity. 

Mandatory Cooks Meeting: A mandatory food vendor meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 6 pm at the LIFE Pavillion. Designated spaces, maps, and any other communications will be issued at this meeting. The Laredo Crime Stoppers Menudo Bowl committee will be available to answer any questions or concerns about your participation. NO REFUNDS. 

*Event Venue Disclaimer

The 1848 Event Center is currently undergoing remodel and construction. At this time, certain aspects of planning for the Menudo Bowl remain on hold until we have confirmation of the venue’s completed areas and accessibility. Because construction timelines may shift, there are several unknowns regarding how the work may affect available space, layout, or overall event flow.

We kindly ask for your patience and understanding as the Menudo Bowl Committee makes decisions based on the most accurate information available. Your support, flexibility, and continued belief in our mission mean everything to us.

Thank you for standing with Laredo Crime Stoppers and for contributing to our nonprofit organization.

Application Deadline: January 16, 2026. No late entries will be accepted. *Entry fees are scheduled to increase closer to the event date.

Limited Space Availability. 

Food Vendor Rules 

1. No wood-cutting boards are allowed.
2. Booth space *(size 10’ X 20’) is on a first come first serve basis. Limited space is available. (Booth not provided, space only)
3. Booth set up Friday, January 23rd from 10 am – 7 pm / On Saturday, January 24th, 9 am-10 am
4. No vehicles inside the grounds after 9 am on Saturday January 24th, 2026.
5. After 9 am vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense.
6. No vehicles allowed on the grounds to load up equipment until all Menudo Bowl
7. Awards are handed out – approximately 7:00 pm
   1848 Event Center (Webb County Fair Grounds) will lock gates Saturday night, January 24th, 2026, after the event at 9:00 pm. All items not cleared out at that time may be picked up the next day on Sunday from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. Items left at owner’s risk.
8. A representative must attend the Food Vendor meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 1848 Event Center (Webb County Fair Grounds) at 6:00 pm to pick up the Vendor Packet.
9. Food Vendor receives all proceeds from sales.
10. No “Soft Drinks, Bottle Water or Alcoholic Beverages” may be brought in, Failure to Comply “Will Warrant” being removed from the grounds” and will be restricted from future Menudo Bowl events.  We appreciate your cooperation and participation and ask you to support our concession stands. Water for cooking is permissible.
11. Vendors must supply their own extension cords, tables, chairs etc. The booth area is to be kept clean at all times.
12. Crime Stoppers reserves the right to refuse the use of any banner/sign displaying the name of any product that is in conflict with a current sponsorship.Contact the Crime Stoppers office if you have questions about your banner/sign being in compliance. All participants are restricted to placing banners/signs in any area unless Crime Stoppers has given permission.
    Security will be provided Friday night from 8 pm till Saturday 8 pm. Laredo Crime Stoppers is “NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS, THEFTS, AND/OR DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PERSONS AND/OR EQUIPMENT”.
13. Only two (2) items per booth may be sold and must be approved by the Crime Stoppers Committee. Each additional item will be an additional +$200. Items sold must be limited to items listed on the original application. Failure to comply may result in your removal from the grounds.
14.  Cooking equipment must be 4 ft away from the front of the booth and/or to the back of the booth.
15. Duplication of items sold must be approved by the Menudo Bowl Committee. First come / first paid basis will apply.
16. A (4) four feet fire lane must be between each booth. Fire Lane must remain clear at all times.
17. No one under the age of 15 is allowed inside the cooking area.
18. Must bring your own trashcan for your booth.
19. Must follow Laredo/Webb County Health Codes.
20. 110-volt electrical outlets may be provided for appliances. However, we encourage you to bring your own source of power. 
21. Every booth must have a 5 lb ABC type Fire Extinguisher; if frying with oil a “K” type extinguisher will be required along with the ABC type. Fire Department Ordinance must be complied with. All booths are subject to inspection by the Webb County Fire Department.
22. To dispose of cooking oils, place in a disposable container and put in dumpster. Do not throw oil, charcoals or any type of food on the ground after the event or you will be restricted from future Menudo Bowl events.
23. Each food booth will be given a form that must be signed by and given to LCS Representative after your booth has been inspected in order to receive the $100.00 clean-up fee. Cash refunds must be picked up on February 3, 2026, at 320 E. Ryan between 10 am-6 pm Refunds not picked up will be considered a donation to Laredo Crime Stoppers.
24. Failure to comply with any of the rules mentioned above may result in your removal from grounds.
25. Removal from the grounds and future participation is subject to change as a result from non-adherence to rules.

 

Please be advised that rules and guidelines are indicative of the Webb County Fair Grounds terms of use. Participants are encouraged to regularly check the official Menudo Bowl website or contact the event organizers for updates. Rules and regulations for the Menudo Bowl 2026 are subject to change at the organization’s discretion to ensure the event runs smoothly and fairly. Your participation implies acceptance of any changes made to the rules.

OUT OF TOWN SURVEY 

Waiver

Laredo Crime Stoppers, Inc. reserves the right to refuse any application. All rules and regulations are enforced and subject to change without prior notification. Participation in this event is at the risk of the participant. In case of bad weather, no refunds will be issued, it will be considered a donation to Laredo Crime Stoppers. Participants assume all responsibility for themselves and any minors under their supervision. Participants agree to hold harmless and indemnify Laredo Crime Stoppers, Inc., its board of directors, Webb County Fair Grounds, Webb County, and any other person or parties organizing and staffing the event.

Participants by signing this application agree to abide by all rules, and safety regulations, allow inspections of ice chests, etc. Failure to comply may result in your disqualification and/or removal from grounds. Laredo Crime Stoppers, Inc. does NOT endorse any political candidates, campaigns, or causes at federal, state, and local levels at any time or in any manner.

 

A service fee is applied to online registrations to ensure secure digital registration system.

Please note, clean up fee will be collected on the day of the meeting.