Cal Expo

State Fair Dates: July 17 – August 2, 2026

Priority Deadline: March 27, 2026

Thank you for your interest in being a commercial exhibitor at the California State Fair. Please review these instructions carefully. This application is neither an offer nor a guarantee of space. If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact the California State Fair Commercial & Concessions office at (916)263-3155 or e-mail at [email protected].

Incomplete applications will not be considered or returned.

Instructions For Completing Application

  1. Review the 2026 Exhibit Space and Commercial & Concessions Rules and Regulations Handbook available on our website CalExpoStateFair.com.
  2. All questions on this application must be answered completely. Be sure the information you provide is accurate, as it will be the sole representation of your business for the selection process.
  3. If you are applying for more than one booth space, in different locations, you must submit separate applications for each.
  4. The list of products you are requesting to sell/display/promote/give away must be specific and include prices. Do not indicate “etc. or accessories.” If a contract is issued, it will be assigned on the basis of this list only, so please be thorough. The California State Fair reserves the right to select the items a company is allowed to sell. Only approved items will be listed on your contract. All cutlery must be displayed behind or under plexi-glass and not be accessible to the public. All cutlery products sold must be shipped to the customer or be sent to Will Call outside the main gate for pick up.
  5. Any brochures, handouts, catalogs, etc. that will best describe your product should be included with this application and must be pre-approved for distribution during the Fair. Please review the product exclusivity items.
  6. If a contract is issued, the location of your booth will be determined by management; however, your preference is important, so be sure to complete the booth request form. Locations are subject to change year to year.
  7. Make sure you sign the application where indicated.
  8. A recent photo of your booth(s) is required. Photos will not be returned.
  9. A copy of your California Seller’s Permit is required with your application.
  10. A $25 application processing fee (per stand) will be required. Payment payable to Cal Expo.

Ways To Submit Applications:

Print and Mail to:

Commercial Exhibits
1600 Exposition Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95815

Rental Rates

Included in the rental fee, indoor vendors will receive one 500-watt service with 110-volt outlets per 10’x10’ booth. Outdoor vendors will receive a tent with three walls, light, and one 500-watt service with 110-volt outlet per 10’x10’ booth. Any additional electrical needs will be charged an additional fee based on need.

Rates are based on 10′ x 10′ space increments for the entire 17 days of the Fair.

Booth Space Maps

Please refer to the booth spaces when you fill in your preferred booth space options on the print or online application

Late Fee Information

A $51.50 Late Fee is due with each application postmarked after March 27, 2026. A $100.00 Late Fee is due with any contract payments postmarked after the due date. Please see your contract and/or invoice for booth fees due date*

* All dates, times, and prices listed in this application are subject to change without notice.

Online Application

For Your Records

The following items are required with your application in order to be considered complete. Complete the checklist below. Save this page and copies of the forms listed below for your future reference.

  • Application
  • Non-refundable Application Fee
  • Product list of item(s) to be sold, promoted, displayed or given away, be specific.
  • Special Requests (specific booth space, location, etc.)
  • Marketing Materials (brochures, handouts, catalogs, etc.)
  • Recent Photo of Booth
  • Copy of California Seller’s Permit (must be on submitted and on file 30 days prior to fair opening)
  • Proof of Insurance (optional, at this time)
  • Proof of Worker’s Compensation (optional, at this time)

Vendor Details

Business Address
(Copy of permit required to be on file with the Office of Commercial and Concessions prior to move-in date.)
Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload
File types allowed: PDF, Doc, Docx
Max file size: 3mb
I will be applying for a Temporary CA Seller’s Permit
Business Type
Will you only be taking leads for future business?
Will you be handing out edible samples to promote your product?
Please see Rental Rates for Safe Food Handling Fees
Will you be selling product?
If Yes, please list all of the items that will be sold below. The current sales tax rate is 8.75%

Products

Please list your products to be sold, promoted, displayed or given away below. Be specific, and include prices. Add additional sheets as needed. *All cutlery must be displayed behind or under plexi-glass and not be accessible to the public. All cutlery products sold must be shipped to the customer or be sent to Will Call outside the Main Gate for pickup.
Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 2 files.
Allowed file types: PDF, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, pages
Max individual file size: 2mb
Max additional sheets: 2
Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload
Allowed file types: jpg, png, pdf
Max file size: 3mb

Liability Insurance & Workers Compensation Requirements

Each exhibitor must provide the California State Fair with proof of general liability insurance of no less than $1,000,000. Product Liability of no less than $1,000,000 is required for food samplers. Please check the box below indicating the type of insurance you will provide for the Fair. Completing this form does not constitute proof of insurance. Proof of insurance will be required once a contract has been issued. Each exhibitor who hires employees must also provide a copy of worker’s compensation insurance.
Carrier Type
If you choose to purchase insurance from Cal Expo $130 will be added to your contract; Entertainers will be charged a higher premium, $175 per booth.

2026 Booth Request Form

All applicants that are applying for more than one booth space, in different locations, must submit separate applications for each. If a contract is issued, the location of your booth will be determined by management; however, your preference is important, so be sure to read through all of the following options carefully and check the appropriate boxes. Available locations are subject to change year to year.
Are you a returning vendor at the California State Fair?
Are you interested in the same location you had in 2026?
If yes, application must be received by February 28, 2025 deadline.
Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 5 files.
Separate applications required for each booth.
Please Check One
Ex: 10’ x 10’, 10’ x 20’, 10’ x 30

Booth Preferences

Preferred space not guaranteed. Please review the layouts located here and list your preferred space request (preferred space not guaranteed).

Utilities

If you require any electrical beyond one 500-watt service with 110-volt outlets, please indicate in the special notes section below.
Electrical Needed

References

Please list two fairs, festivals, or shows that you have recently participated in.

Reference #1

Reference #2

Financial Interest

Names are required of all persons with financial interest (ownership) in your business or organization (if a corporation, list corporate officers).

Certification of Applicant

I have read and understand the 2026 Commercial & Concessions Handbook, instructions and any additional information attached. I understand that this form is an application for space only, and is neither a commitment by the applicant, nor an offer by the California State Fair to rent space. I certify all information contained in this application to be true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Clear Signature

Application Processing Fee Payment

Name On Credit Card
/
Billing Address

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