Thank you for your interest in a commercial vendor, exhibitor, or concession booth at the 2023 Grays Harbor County Fair, scheduled for August 2nd through 5th. We are busy planning an exciting 4 days of fun and non-stop entertainment, rides, food, exhibits and more. In 2022, our Fair experienced attendance of over 73,000 fairgoers. We are working hard toward the goal of having great success in 2023. We are especially excited about the entertainment line-up for this year’s Fair. We are most excited about putting on a great event for our community and know that with the help and dedication of our vendors, exhibitors, sponsors, volunteers and community members this goal will be possible!
If you are interested in being a vendor at this year's Fair, please complete the vendor application and return it to us as soon as possible. Be sure to include photos of your booth and information regarding your product(s) and/or service(s). All submission material becomes the property of the Grays Harbor County Fair and will not be returned.
SELECTION PROCESS:
All applications go through a selection process. Applicants are not decided on a first come, first served basis. However, returning vendors are given special consideration. Location is determined by Fair Management. Large exhibits and activities may be designated to specific areas as determined by the Fair Management. The Grays Harbor County Fair does not offer exclusivity of product to any vendor. Applications are reviewed and selections are offered based on the following criteria:
*Product balance within Fairgrounds
*Uniqueness and appeal of product
*Attractiveness of display
TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
Agreements will be issued following selection and payment is due at that time as well. Payment may be made by cash, check, or cashier's check. Bank Cards are NOT accepted. Failure to pay by dates due shall result in forfeiture of space. Should your company be invited to participate in the Fair, an agreement valid for the 2023 Fair will be issued. Exhibitors must provide a certificate of insurance in the amount specified in the Space Agreement (Typically $1,000,000) or may purchase insurance through the Fair for a fee of $150.00.
PARTICIPANT SET-UP
For Outside Booth Spaces, canopies or tents are the responsibility of the exhibitor. Exhibitor's canopies are allowed, provided they meet or exceed the Fire Marshal's requirements. All outside locations are subject to environmental conditions (rain, sun, wind, humidity, etc.). If subfloor is built, the exhibitor must provide ramping for wheelchair/handicap access with a minimum slope of 12" run for each 1" rise (1/12 slope). All temporary or mobile structures must be ADA compliant.
EXIBITOR CAMPING
Weekly camping permits are available for the 2023 Grays Harbor County Fair. All camping vehicles and tents must have the special Grays Harbor Fairgrounds Camping Permit displayed at all times during the County Fair. All camping units are expected to pay the camping fee. Camping is available in the campground located on the east end of the fairgrounds near the horse barns.