The Fourth of July Festival is Seward's biggest annual celebration, drawing over 40,000 attendees. Held alongside the renowned Mount Marathon Race, it's the perfect time to experience the vibrant energy and excitement of Seward. The festival features a variety of attractions, including local food vendors, handmade crafts, kids' games, live music and much more.

Save the Dates: July 3–5, 2025!

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2025 FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVAL ARE NOW CLOSED

Vendor Opportunity

Enjoy three full days—from Thursday to Saturday—of selling to over 40,000 excited attendees!

We're excited to invite both new and returning vendors to join us for the 2025 Fourth of July Festival! 

We are looking to showcase a diverse range of offerings—from creative goods and artisan products to delicious food concessions. All returning and new businesses are encouraged to apply! We are eager to highlight makers and small businesses from Alaska and our local area, particularly those who create, design, or produce their own products.

GENERAL VENDOR INFORMATION

BOOTH PRICING

Main Thoroughfare - Adams St. downtown - between 3rd and 5th Ave.

10x11 space w/ NO electricity : $450

10x11 space w/ electricity: $500

Premium corner space 10x 11 (corner of Adams and 4th Ave) - limited: $600

Non-profit booth 10x11 (w/ NO electricity) - limited: $100

Annex Area - Lot next to Ranting Raven on 4th Ave. (the downtown portion of the race course) - 10x11 space w/NO electricity (retail/craft vendors ONLY) - limited: $350

*New! Chamber Member Discount!*

Chamber members receive a $100 discount on your Fourth of July booth! Discounts apply for both our classic Chamber members and our new Chamber Maker's membership for solo makers! Click here to sign up or contact our membership coordinator Malia for more info: membership@seward.com

FESTIVAL VENDING TIMES

Vendors will be open all three days of the festival during the following times: 

  • Thursday, July 3rd:  12pm - 6pm

  • Friday, July 4th (Race day!):  9am - 6pm

  • Saturday, July 5th: 10am - 6pm

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

In addition to the vendor application, a State of Alaska business license will be required when submitting the application (unless you are a lower 48 business). Proof of a pending license will be accepted during the application period as long as the final license is submitted at least one month prior to the festival:

  1. State of Alaska Business License 

State of Alaska Department of Commerce - (907) 465-2550 

The following documents will be required after approval. Proof of pending licenses and permits will be accepted as long as final licenses and permits are submitted at least one month prior to the festival:

  1. City of Seward Business License 

City of Seward - (907) 224-4046 

  1. Sales Tax Collection Permit 

Kenai Peninsula Borough - (907) 714-2175  

  1. Health Inspection Report (food vendors only) 

Department of Environmental Conservation - (907) 262-3413

  1. Copy of Liability Insurance coverage showing the following as “Additional Insureds”:

Seward Chamber of Commerce 

P.O. Box 749

Seward AK, 99664 

and

City of Seward

P.O. Box 167 

Seward, AK 99664