2025 North Dakota State Fair

FOOD VENDOR APPLICATION

     We will promptly assess all applications and notify you about their approval status. The North Dakota State Fair management will diligently consider what serves the best interests of the fair and its visitors when making these determinations.

*Credit cards will not incur any charges until application approval has been granted and the contract has been signed and returned. Fees will only be applied after receiving authorization.*

The North Dakota State Fair employs the following criteria for both evaluating existing vendors and selecting new ones:

1. Returning vendors from the previous year will have the first opportunity to renew their participation, provided they have adhered to all rules, regulations, and performance expectations. Non-compliance with these standards or the failure to introduce new and captivating products may lead to non-renewal.
2. Available spaces will be offered to new applicants who meet our criteria, without any specific order of preference.
3. Exhibits must offer reputable, family-friendly, and diverse products and present them in an enticing, professional, and businesslike manner.
4. Novel and diverse items that cater to the preferences of our fair patrons are highly encouraged.
5. Exhibits with professional displays, including elements such as lights, bright colors, signage, décor, flags, wings, etc. will be given preference.
6. Exhibits should be well-designed, functional, and provide easy accessibility for fairgoers to navigate around or through.
7. The size of the exhibit will influence the acceptance and placement of applicants within the fairgrounds.

     All vendors who have a percentage-based licensing agreement are required to use Clover point-of-sales while conducting business at the North Dakota State Fair. Sales reports must be turned in daily. Gross sales reports and percentage fees are due within two weeks after the Fair’s closing day. Failure to submit these reports by the required deadline will result in an added late fee and a record of non-compliance, and licensees may not be considered for the following year.

FOR ALL ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE REFERENCE THE 2025 VENDOR MANUAL

COMMERCIAL VENDOR APPLICATION - INDOOR VENDORS ONLY

     We will promptly assess all applications and notify you about their approval status. The North Dakota State Fair management will diligently consider what serves the best interests of the fair and its visitors when making these determinations.

*Credit cards will not incur any charges until application approval has been granted and the contract has been signed and returned. Fees will only be applied after receiving authorization.*

The North Dakota State Fair employs the following criteria for both evaluating existing vendors and selecting new ones:

1. Returning vendors from the previous year will have the first opportunity to renew their participation, provided they have adhered to all rules, regulations, and performance expectations. Non-compliance with these standards or the failure to introduce new and captivating products may lead to non-renewal.
2. Available spaces will be offered to new applicants who meet our criteria, without any specific order of preference.
3. Exhibits must offer reputable, family-friendly products and present them in a professional and businesslike manner.
4. Novel and diverse items that cater to the preferences of our fair patrons are highly encouraged.
5. Exhibits with professional displays, including elements like drapes, carpeting, signs, lighting, and décor, will be given preference.
6. Exhibits should be well-designed, functional, and provide easy accessibility for fairgoers to navigate around or through.
7. The size of the exhibit will influence the placement of applicants within the commercial building availability.

     All vendors who have a percentage-based licensing agreement are required to use Clover point-of-sales while conducting business at the North Dakota State Fair. Sales reports must be turned in daily. Gross sales reports and percentage fees are due within two weeks after the Fair’s closing day. Failure to submit these reports by the required deadline will result in an added late fee and a record of non-compliance, and licensees may not be considered for the following year.

FOR ALL ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE REFERENCE THE 2025 VENDOR MANUAL

COMMERCIAL VENDOR APPLICATION - OUTDOOR VENDORS ONLY

     We will promptly assess all applications and notify you about their approval status. The North Dakota State Fair management will diligently consider what serves the best interests of the fair and its visitors when making these determinations.

*Credit cards will not incur any charges until application approval has been granted and the contract has been signed and returned. Fees will only be applied after receiving authorization.*

The North Dakota State Fair employs the following criteria for both evaluating existing vendors and selecting new ones:

1. Returning vendors from the previous year will have the first opportunity to renew their participation, provided they have adhered to all rules, regulations, and performance expectations. Non-compliance with these standards or the failure to introduce new and captivating products may lead to non-renewal.
2. Available spaces will be offered to new applicants who meet our criteria, without any specific order of preference.
3. Exhibits must offer reputable, family-friendly products and present them in a professional and businesslike manner.
4. Novel and diverse items that cater to the preferences of our fair patrons are highly encouraged.
5. Exhibits with professional displays, including elements like lighting, signage, and décor, will be given preference.
6. Exhibits should be well-designed, functional, and provide easy accessibility for fairgoers to navigate around or through.
7. The size of the exhibit will influence the acceptance and placement of applicants within the fairgrounds.

     All vendors who have a percentage-based licensing agreement are required to use Clover point-of-sales while conducting business at the North Dakota State Fair. Sales reports must be turned in daily. Gross sales reports and percentage fees are due within two weeks after the Fair’s closing day. Failure to submit these reports by the required deadline will result in an added late fee and a record of non-compliance, and licensees may not be considered for the following year.

FOR ALL ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE REFERENCE THE 2025 VENDOR MANUAL