Fairbanks Holiday Marketplace

The Holiday Marketplace is a one-stop holiday shopping extravaganza for Fairbanks and outlying areas. With everything from hand-made soap to beaded earrings to one of a kind artwork, there are literally thousands of gift ideas in one warm location! Admission is $5 at the door; children 12 and under are free.

The show’s continued success attracts not only local but also statewide businesses and artists. Over 180 different vendors participated in the 2024 event, and it had a 3-day public attendance of over 7,000. With 2025 comes all of your favorite booths, as well as some exciting new gift ideas.

If you are a vendor looking for a holiday show, the Holiday Marketplace has become an established and highly anticipated annual event that Fairbanks consumers use as the kickoff to their holiday shopping season. It is an excellent chance for you to market your goods to a wide cross-section of our community. The show generally sells out, so register early. Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to be part of the excitement, profit, and fun.

The Facts

When and Where is it taking place?

It’s taking place at the Carlson Center, the interior’s premier location for trade shows. There’s over 43,000 sq. ft. of available space and this event utilizes every usable inch!

What’s the cost for the public?

Admission is $5 at the door; children 12 and under are free.

How do we get the word out?

$7,000 will be spent on advertising The Holiday Marketplace. In addition, there will be media co-sponsors to the event that will raise our advertising budget to well over $10,000.

VENDOR INFO

Move-in:

Thur., Nov. 13 – 8am to 8pm
Fri., Nov. 14 – 8am to 12 noon

Show Dates & Hours:

Fri., Nov. 14 – 12 noon to 7 pm
Sat., Nov. 15 – 10 am to 6 pm
Sun., Nov. 16 – 11 am to 5 pm

Move-out:

Sun., Nov. 16 – 5 pm to 10 pm

All displays must stay in place until 5pm and move-out must be completed by 10pm.

Exhibit Space:

10′ x 10′ main arena space $575
10′ wide x 6′ deep main arena space (perimeter spaces #1-53) $450
8′ x 8′ Pioneer Room space $400

Booth Space Rental Includes:

Pipe & drape partitions and a 110 electrical outlet. Tables and chairs are available at the arena (first come, first serve) or you are welcome to bring your own.

Layout Map:

Registration Info:

Pre-register online, just Click here! Or click here for
our printable registration.

Application Requirements:

We will send you a space confirmation and an invoice. Early registration requires $50 down to confirm participation. 50% payment will be due August 15th with the remaining balance in full October 1. Late registrants (after Oct 1) must pay in full at time of registration. PLEASE READ our New Exhibitor Contract before sending payment. Payment can be made online at the link provided in your invoice or checks made out to KO Productions and mailed to PO Box 10705, Fairbanks, AK 99710.