We’re looking for local user groups and non-profits to help run concessions at Williston Water World, Dakota Park, and other miscellaneous events hosted by Williston Parks & Rec!

How It Works

Get Organized:
Get with your group and choose a leader. Please do not sign up your group without talking it over first. We’ve had multiple duplicate sign-ups in the past, which can cause confusion.

Required Training:
There will be mandatory training for all groups prior to running concessions. This training will be announced when the request email is sent, and you must attend to participate in concessions.

Williston Water World & Dakota Park:
WPRD will provide all concessions, and groups that operate the concession stands will profit share with WPRD, helping support your organization.

Miscellaneous Events:
For events like Ballin’ in the Basin and Keelboat Clash, participating groups will provide all concessions and keep 100% of the profits. Local businesses can participate as well if approved, but applicable fees will apply.

Fair Selection Process

All groups will be notified by email when all event dates are available.

• For Williston Water World, a SignUpGenius will be sent out March 16 to select the dates your group is able to run concessions.
  • Heads up! During the initial sign-up window, which closes on March 31, each group will be limited to registering for two dates. On April 1, all dates will be first come, first served! Registration for the season closes April 30, and remaining dates will be filled by WPRD staff.
  • Contract and training dates will be sent via email.
• For Dakota Park, the SignUpGenius will be sent out March 23 to select the dates your group is able to run concessions. 
  • Groups are NOT limited in how many events they can sign up for and registration will close April 24.
  • Contract and training dates will be sent via email.
• For miscellaneous events, an email will be sent at least 30 days prior to the event, and interested parties will respond with availability. A drawing will be held on the date posted in the email to select which group gets the opportunity to run concessions, ensuring fairness for everyone. In the event the selected group can no longer run concessions, another drawing will take place with the remaining groups.

Questions?

More detailed information will be sent with the emailed requests to answer all of your questions. For anything that can’t wait, just Contact Us!

If your group is interested in running concessions at any of our events, please fill out the form below.

Remember, this is simply an inquiry. You must respond when the emails with event details are sent to be considered.