The Marketplace
Applications for the 2026 Fair will open on March 1, 2026
Designed to be an attraction in itself, the Marketplace was created to give fairgoers another exciting event to take part in. Now people can enjoy the rodeo, attend a concert, see animals, AND have a unique shopping experience all in one place! This year’s Marketplace will be an exceptional combination of goods featuring re-purposed treasures, cottage food and treats, home decor, western apparel, art, jewelry, clothing and more!
APPLICATION PROCESS
In addition to your application, please submit a description of the items offered and a photo of your booth/display. Vendors will be considered by date of application and type of product offered. Once accepted, each vendor will be presented with a formal agreement in addition to the Vendor Policies and Procedures.
Douglas County Fair & Rodeo reserves the right to limit vendors who sell similar items based on the information submitted and to select vendors who fit the criteria for this event.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- The Douglas County Fair & Rodeo retains the right to refuse services of any vendor.
- Tents and canopies are NOT ALLOWED inside the Marketplace.
- Vendor location will be determined by the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo.
- Vendor spaces will be located in the Events Center, a climate-controlled environment, which is also one of the main entrances to the Fair.
- Vendors are required to be present during all designated days and times the Marketplace is open
- Vendors must furnish their own tables, chairs and extension cords (Electricity is available upon request. Notice must be given no later than June 30, 2025)
- Vendors must abide by the established set-up and tear-down times
- No vendor should begin to load out before checking out and remitting appropriate taxes for the Town of Castle Rock. (Douglas County Fair & Rodeo will collect taxes before vendor departure.)
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Each vendor must obtain Liability Insurance with coverage up to $1,000,000 listing Douglas County as an additional insured. If you do not already have liability insurance for your business, contact your insurance company and see if you can acquire insurance specific for this event. If this is not an option, please see below:
ACT Insurance provides insurance for artists, crafters, and tradesmen. You can opt to get a single-show policy at https://www.actinsurance.com/