August 09-19 2012

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Additional Information

Application Procedure

Application forms are only available on this web site.

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Renewals and New Applicants

Previous exhibitors and concessionaires are given first opportunity to contract for the same space unless performance has been unsatisfactory. Because of the large number of requests for space and the large percentage of exhibitors and concessionaires who wish to return each year, we usually only have limited space available to new applicants or current exhibitors who wish additional space. Therefore, it is usually April or May before space vacancies can be determined for new applicants.

Admission Tickets

Exhibitor and vendor admission is available at a reduced rate. Single Day, $7; 11-Day Wristband, $77.

Parking

Parking in public lots is $8 per day. A limited amount of designated reserved parking is available to both exhibitors and concessionaires at $88 for a car or van. Because of limited availability, it should be purchased at the time of contracting.

Electricity

There is a $50 hook-up charge for all outdoor exhibitors and concessionaires requesting electricity. Food concessionaires and outside exhibitors also pay based on the number of amps at main breaker. Heating and cooking elements as well as air-conditioners will be assessed additional charges.

Camping

All Fair-operated camping space is filled. You may wish to apply for space in the general Campgrounds area, which already has a several year waiting period.

Insurance

All contractors must carry general liability insurance with a minimum amount of $1,000,000 coverage. Supplemental coverage to meet this requirement can be obtained through the Fair office for a fee which is stated on the space rental notice when an offer is extended.