applications & info

The vendor section at Lakefair offers a variety of unique craft items for visitors, with an emphasis on handmade items by artists and craftspeople. There is some commercial availability and a limited number of community non-profit spaces as well. Booths are available in 10x10, 10x20 and 10x30 footprints. Spaces are issued in the order received based on availability and repeat vendors in good standing receive priority placement.

 

Businesses that don't qualify for a vendor booth may be accepted as part of a Sponsorship Agreement with Capital Lakefair. Sponsor packages are flexible and offer a variety of marketing opportunities in addition to a booth, see sponsorship opportunities for more information.

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Apply for Vendor Booth

Release of Liability (PDF)

The food concessions along Water Street have long been a staple of Lakefair week. Traditionally this has consisted entirely of registered IRS 501 non-profit vendors as a fund-raising opportunity. We also have limited availability for commercial for-profit vendors and local business to join the festival.

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Returning non-profit vendors receive priority placement, and we maintain a waiting list for first-time entries as space permits. Note application does not guarantee acceptance, and a member of Lakefair will reach out to coordinate after the initial application.

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Apply for Food Booth

Sign up to take part in one of the largest annual parades in the Puget Sound!

 

Apply for Grand Parade

Release of Liability (PDF)

Join this annual favorite along Capitol Lake on Friday, July 18, 2025! Rides of all kinds are represented with categories recognizing custom and vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles.

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The show begins at Marathon Park and continues north along Deschutes Pkwy toward Heritage Park. Foot traffic is open for the event and free to attend, vehicle access is blocked at 5th Ave and restricted to show vehicles only (view on map) from the south. Entry for show vehicles is located at the intersection of Deschutes Pkwy and Lakeridge Dr SW. Note there is no provision for parking additional vehicles within the restricted section of Deschutes Pkwy. Street parking is available in the surrounding areas.

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Online pre-registration is $25.00 per vehicle and will be available until 11:00 pm on Friday, July 11, 2025. Day-of registration will also be available for $30.00 per vehicle. The car show officially operates from 5:00-8:30pm. Pre-registered vehicles may begin entering the south gate at 2:00pm, day-of registrations may begin entering at 4:00pm.

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Register for Car Show

The main stage at Capital Lakefair features a variety of live entertainment including live music, dance groups, K9 demos and more. Those requesting a paid performance of $600 or more are required to submit a current Form W-9 to our office prior to final approval.

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Apply for Main Stage

IRS Form W-9 (PDF)

Every summer Capital Lakefair hosts a weekend of fun and camaraderie for our out of town festival guests. This year includes the annual Friday President's Dinner and Saturday BBQ/Clambake on July 18 & 19, 2025.​

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Join us for A Roaring Good Time! Friday Night - Dress in your Best Roaring Costume!

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Host Hotel:

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Olympia (view on map)

415 Capitol Way N, Olympia, WA 98501

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If booking by phone, do not select 1 for reservations. Call 360.570.0555 and hold to speak with a local desk representative. Mention code "LAKEFAIR" for the group discount, rooms are $199 for king and $209 for 2 queens.

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Register for Hospitality

View the Packet (PDF)

Room Booking Instructions (PDF)

We are excited to bring to you this years Royalty Scholarship Program Tea Party! The event is open to all Royalty in training, their parents and grandparents. Each child will receive a tiara and take part in enjoying some tea and cupcakes with the Lakefair Court.

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There are two time slots available, the first seating at Noon and a second seating at 3 pm.

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Registration is $25 for the first adult and child. Additional attendees are $10 per child and $15 per adult. Up to 2 adults and 3 children may be added per registration.

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Register for Royalty Tea Party

We have certain items available for rent when not in use by Lakefair, including a single/double-door ice trailer and wash trailer for food related clean up. Rentals are subject to approval by Capital Lakefair and are on a first-come basis. Please contact us with inquiries as early as possible to avoid scheduling conflicts.

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Open Rental Agreement (PDF)

Capital Lakefair is supported by a group of dedicated volunteers that generously donate their time and skills to make this event possible. If you're interested in helping out, apply now!

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Volunteer Application

If you're an existing volunteer with the organization and want to apply for full membership, please complete a copy of the Lakefair Capitalarian application.

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Capitalarian Application