Getting onto the books of reputable event agencies is one of the most valuable things a street food trader can do. These organisations manage multiple events per year and actively seek quality traders to fill their rosters.

Industry Data: Together Events (togetherevents.co.uk) is one of the UK’s leading street food event management companies, managing indoor and outdoor events across London and beyond. KERB Food (kerbfood.com) manages some of London’s most prestigious pitches and is highly competitive to join. Street Food Union (streetfoodunion.com) operates a large network of markets across London and is more accessible for newer traders.

Outside London, Grub (grubmcr.com) is well established in Manchester and the north. Karnival Food (karnivalfood.com) specialises in corporate indoor pop-up events — ideal for traders wanting to break into the higher-paying corporate market. Local council market offices are also worth approaching directly for regular pitch opportunities.

Important: every agency and event company charges fees. Always confirm the pitch fee, any commission structure, minimum spend guarantees, and cancellation policy before signing. Agency fees are a legitimate and unavoidable part of the street food business model — but they must be factored into your pricing from the outset.

References & Further Reading

  • Together Events: togetherevents.co.uk
  • KERB Food: kerbfood.com
  • Street Food Union: streetfoodunion.com
  • Karnival Food: karnivalfood.com
  • Grub Manchester: grubmcr.com