Mat-Su Holiday Marketplace
- November 7-8, 2026
- Menard Sports Center – Wasilla, Alaska
The Mat-Su Holiday Marketplace is your one-stop holiday shopping destination for Wasilla and the Mat-Su Valley. Held at the Menard Sports Center (44 Mile Parks Highway), this festive event brings the magic of holiday shopping closer to home—no need to make the long trip to Anchorage.
Browse more than 100 mini specialty shops featuring talented artists and craftsmen, offering thousands of unique, one-of-a-kind gift ideas. From jewelry and original artwork to clothing, home décor, and delicious treats, you’ll discover distinctive items from across Alaska—all in one place. Skip the extra travel, save on gas, and enjoy a warm, convenient shopping experience with plenty of easy, free parking. Make Santa proud and check off your entire gift list at the Mat-Su Holiday Marketplace. This event is co-sponsored by Lotto Alaska.
Interested in becoming a vendor? This year’s early event date gives shoppers a head start on the holiday season and gives you a prime opportunity to showcase your products to a broad audience. The 2025 event drew more than 4,200 attendees. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting community tradition! Scroll down to learn more.
The Facts
Where is it taking place?
It’s taking place at the Curtis Menard Memorial Sports Center in Wasilla located at 44 mile parks Highway. The Marketplace will be held on the 20,450 sq ft indoor artificial turf soccer field.
What’s the cost for the public?
There is a $5 admission charge; kids ages 12 and under are free, and Sunday is free for Military with ID or anyone who brings two cans of food to a local food bank.
How do we get the word out?
$6,000 in advertising will be spent at the Mat-Su Holiday Marketplace in newspapers, on the radio, and on social media. In addition, there will be media co-sponsors to the event that will donate ad space and raise our advertising budget.
VENDOR INFO
Move-in:
Fri., November 6 – 10am to 8pm
Sat., November 7 – 8am to 10am
Show Dates & Hours:
Sat., November 7 – 10am to 5pm
Sun., November 8 – 11am to 5pm
Move-out:
Sun., November 8 – 5pm to 10pm
All displays must stay in place until 5pm and move-out must be completed by 10pm.
Exhibit Space:
10’x10′ $400, spaces 1 – 72
10’x8′ $350 spaces 73 – 120
Plus Wasilla City sales tax (all vendors must have a business license or special event permit with the City of Wasilla).
Booth Space Rental Includes:
Pipe & drape partitions and electrical outlet. Additional items may be purchased from the event decoration service if needed.
Registration Info:
Pre-register online, just Click here! Or click here for
our printable registration.
Application Requirements:
Once you’ve registered, 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.