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Description
Real America Birthday Bash – Vendor Application
Be part of Rapid City’s America 250 “Real America Birthday Bash”, one of the nation’s largest Independence Day celebrations! Festival activities will run July 1st – 4th, 2026, with vendor opportunities on Friday July 3rd & Saturday July 4th, from 12 PM to 6 PM. Vendors will be located in downtown Rapid City, at and between Memorial Park and Main Street Square. **vendor locations will be assigned at the discretion of event staff**
This vibrant, multi-day event draws thousands of attendees and features:
- A multi-day downtown festival with food trucks, kids’ activities, and historic re-enactors
- Community Parade showcasing local and regional participants on July 2nd
- Nationally-recognized Patriotic Drone Show on July 2nd
- Mount Rushmore Fireworks Watch Party on July 3rd
Live music and entertainment, including Chancey Williams, Brandon Jones, and a variety of additional performers throughout the festival
To see the festival event schedule, visit RealAmericaBirthdayBash.com
Vendors are invited to showcase products, crafts, or services in this high-traffic festival environment. Please note: Vendors are responsible for providing all necessary equipment, including tents, tables, and chairs. July weather can be hot—plan your setup accordingly.
Take advantage of this opportunity to connect with a large, engaged audience during a truly iconic celebration in the City of Presidents.
Venue Details
Downtown Rapid City
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701