Electrical Needs & Requirements

Electrical service is limited and provided only as approved based on the information submitted in this application. Vendors must clearly identify all electrical needs in advance. Requests not listed here cannot be guaranteed.
General Electrical Safety Requirements
All vendors requesting electrical service must comply with the following standards:
All extension cords, feeder cables, whips, and electrical connectors must be commercially manufactured and NEMA-rated
Homemade, modified, spliced, repaired, or non-NEMA-rated cords are strictly prohibited
All cords must be:
- Rated for the voltage and amperage being used
- Outdoor-rated where applicable
- Free of damage, exposed wiring, or taped repairs
- Adapters, improvised connections, and daisy-chained extension cords are not permitted
All electrical connections are subject to inspection and approval by the Fair electrician.Vendors using unapproved cords or connections may be denied power or disconnected immediately without refund until compliant equipment is provided.
Electrical Inspection & Enforcement
All approved electrical setups will be inspected and tagged by the Fair electrician prior to use. Approved tags must remain visible at all times.
Electrical systems are subject to ongoing inspection throughout the duration of the fair. Any cords, equipment, or connections plugged into a power supply without an official approval tag will be removed immediately.
Vendors found using unapproved or untagged electrical connections may be subject to fines, disconnection of power, or removal from the fair at the discretion of the Niagara County Fair Director.
Electrical Demand Category
Select the option that best reflects your total electrical demand. This selection determines the type of power that may be provided and whether additional approval is required.
Zero Power Vendor (No Electrical Use)
- This option is for vendors who require absolutely no electrical power
- Includes no lighting, no appliances, no equipment, and no charging of phones, tablets, or POS devices
- Vendors selecting this option will not be provided access to electrical service
⚠️ If any power is required at any time, select a Low, Medium, or High Power category instead.
Low Power Vendor (1–20 amps total)
- One (1) 120V circuit
- Maximum draw of 20 amps
- No additional circuits permitted
- Typical capacity: LED lighting, small fans, POS systems, phone/tablet chargers, small countertop appliances under 20 amps
Medium Power Vendor (21–50 amps total)
- Two (2) 120V circuits (20–30 amps each) OR
- One (1) 240V circuit rated 30–50 amps
- Typical capacity: refrigeration unit, food warmer, espresso machine, small fryer or griddle
High Power Vendor (Over 50 amps total)
Option 1: Single High-Amp Connection (Hardwired Free Whip)
- One dedicated 208V or 240V connection
- 50A, 60A, or 100A+ as required
- Ideal for vendors needing a single high-power feed (ex: full kitchen trailers, large fryers, ovens)
Option 2: Spider Box Distribution
Single high-amp source (50A or greater) feeds multiple circuits via vendor-supplied spider box
Spider box must be:
- Professionally manufactured
- Outdoor-rated
- Equipped with individual breaker protection
Example setups from spider box:
3–4 × 120V / 20A circuits
1 × 240V / 50A + multiple 120V / 20A circuits
1 × 240V / 60A + multiple 120V / 20A circuits