Description

Thank you for your interest in our 2026 Holland Happening and International Festival

For this events, we are seeking a vast array of different vendors. Serving food and selling goods etc.

Holland Happening and International Festival is a time for our community to come together and celebrate our cities deep cultural roots together. We welcome vendors from all backgrounds to apply and be a part of this celebration—showcasing the many flavors, crafts, and cultures that make Whidbey Island so special.

Event Details:
Vendors and Merchants will set up in Windjammer Park on April 25th-26th. This event requires vendors to be set up and present from 11-5pm on all both days. Staging will begin the morning of  April 25th. An email explaining staging and breakdown/departing processes will be sent on or before April 15th.

A set pricing structure is preferred for all applicants. 

Security will be provided overnight on April 25th. As the first layer of protection of your property, it is recommended you keep your booth & items secure.

 

How to Apply & What to Expect:
The Holland Happening Planning Committee will look over the applications and applicants will be notified their acceptance status, and emailed an invoice This is also when a current Certificate of Insurance* is due. Email document to Events@OakHarborChamber.com.

*The Certificate of Insurance MUST have Greater Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce and City of Oak Harbor listed as Additionally Insured.

Special Dates for Application Process:
March 10th - Applications are due
March 15th - Notice of Acceptance (If Accepted) 
March 24th - If accepted, payment and Certificate of Insurance are due
April 15th - Staging and breakdown/departing instructions will be emailed
April 25th-26th – Holland Happening and International Festival

Important terms and conditions for Applicants:

Submitting this application does not guarantee a spot at the Holland Happening and International Festival.  Payments and Certification of Insurance are due by March 24th. 

Accepted vendors will be invoiced with a payment due date of March 24th. By submitting payment, vendors acknowledge and agree that all fees are non-refundable. This includes, but is not limited to, cancellation by the vendor for any reason or unforeseen circumstances such as weather, natural disasters, or other acts beyond the control of the event organizers. Failure to submit payment and the required documentation by March 24th will result in non-participation, and no refunds will be issued in such cases.

The Greater Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce believes in equal opportunities for all vendors, and we will seek to fairly evaluate all applications. We reserve the right to deny acceptance of any applicant if past experience or other factors warrant exclusion.

As a participant of a Greater Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce event, I fully agree to the following:

I recognize and acknowledge that I assume full risk of any injury, property damage or loss which I many sustain as a result my participation in the Independence Day Celebration. Furthermore, I understand that I should carry my own insurance and that I store my products at my own risk.

Vendors are responsible for charging any applicable sales tax for items sold. All sales tax must be submitted to the state. Knowing taxes and licensing is the law, and the responsibility of the vendor.

All vendors will be responsible for move in/move out and set up of their own booth. Vendors will receive specific instructions for load in and load out before the event. 

No refunds for cancellations due to no-show or inclement weather. 

All vendors must clean up their booth area before leaving. 

We look forward to working with you!
If you have any questions please email
events@oakharborchamber.com