Every year on Labor Day weekend, more than 150,000 people travel to Tahlequah, Oklahoma, the capital city of the Cherokee Nation, to celebrate the September 6, 1839, signing of the Constitution of the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma after the Trail of Tears Indian removal ended. We actively recruit vendors throughout the year, including food service, artisans, craftsmen, entertainers, performers, demonstrators and many others, to make this event one of a kind.
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Application Deadline:
Saturday, June 8, 2026 at 5 PM
Vendor Fee Deadline:
Monday, July 24, 2026 by 5 PM
Do not pay fees until notified of an accepted application by a Cherokee National Holiday team member.
If you provide entertainment-related services such as a performer, musician, band, comedian, amusement ride service, or other product or service provider that does not fit within the categories below, then these fees may not apply to you. Fees will apply to all vendors who solicit a product or service, such as selling arts, apparel, crafts, food, and textiles. Do not pay fees until notified of an accepted application. Fees are due on Friday, July 24, 2026. You will be notified of an accepted application by Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Registration Fee: $25
A flat $25 fee will be the responsibility of the vendor in lieu of tribal sales tax by the Cherokee Nation Tax Commission.
For additional vendor fees, please see the information below.
Osiyo, as good stewards of our Earth, the Cherokee Nation is committed to creating a more environmentally friendly reservation. In 2024, Chief Hoskin and Deputy Chief Warner signed an Executive Order to limit the use of single-use plastics, and we took the first steps toward implementing this initiative. Now, in its third year, we are continuing to build on this commitment by further reducing plastic waste at the Cherokee National Holiday. This year, the use of plastic and Styrofoam containers remains prohibited as part of your vendor contract. This specifically includes food serving containers, utensils, cups, and beverages sold in plastic bottles. We appreciate the progress made and ask for your continued support in using alternative, eco-friendly packaging such as biodegradable containers, paper products, and reusable materials. By working together, we can strengthen our efforts to reduce the environmental impact of our events and promote a more sustainable approach to food and beverage service. We thank you for your cooperation and for being part of this important initiative. We look forward to another successful and environmentally responsible Cherokee National Holiday.
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Wado to everyone who came out to celebrate this year’s event. We’ll see you next year!
Review the fee summary and other pertinent information about each event. The dates and times of the following events are subject to change at the discretion of the event organizers. Vendors will be notified immediately of any changes. Upon acceptance of your application, a team member will email you to confirm all details, including providing instructions for payment.
Each booth space will measure approximately 10 feet wide by 10 feet long. Reservations are first-come, first-serve.
Do not pay fees until notified of an accepted application. Fees are due on Friday, July 24, 2026. You will be notified of an accepted application by Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Each booth space will measure approximately 20 feet wide by 30 feet long. Reservations are first-come, first-served. All food vendors must submit a $100 down payment to secure their location.
Do not pay fees until notified of an accepted application. Fees are due on Friday, July 24, 2026. You will be notified of an accepted application by Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Each booth space will measure approximately 10 feet wide by 10 feet long. Reservations are first-come, first-served.
Entertainment-related services such as a performer, musician, band, comedian, amusement ride service, or other product or service provider that do not fit within the other vendor categories do not have additional vendor fees.
One Fire Field is the bustling center of activity during the Cherokee National Holiday. From traditional games and cultural demonstrations to rides and entertainment, this outdoor venue will host thousands of attendees from across the country during labor day weekend. We are recruiting arts, crafts, and food vendors, as well as commercial products and services providers, to set up shop. Vendors available to this location include:
Dates and times of the following events are subject to change at the discretion of the event organizers. Vendors will be notified immediately of any changes.
Set-Up & Inspections:
Thursday, September 3, 12 – 5 PM
Set-Up & Inspections:
Friday, September 4, 8 AM – 12 PM
Day One:
Friday, September 4, 4 – 10 PM
Day Two:
Saturday, September 5, 9 AM – 10 PM
Day Three:
Sunday, September 6, 9 AM – 5 PM
Take-Down:
Sunday, September 6, 5 – 8 PM
The Cultural Grounds lights up the night and becomes the life of the festival. The Intertribal Powwow is a crowd favorite with thousands attending every night. We are recruiting arts, crafts, and food vendors to set up shop. Vendors available to this location include:
Dates and times of the following events are subject to change at the discretion of the event organizers. Vendors will be notified immediately of any changes.
Set-Up & Inspections:
Friday, September 4, 9 AM – 5 PM
Night One:
Friday, September 4, 4 – 10 PM
Night Two:
Saturday, September 5, 12 – 10 PM
Take-Down:
Sunday, September 6, 9 AM – 12 PM
The Chota Conference Center is the home of the Quilt Show, Art Show, Awards Banquet, and so much more. Over three days, thousands flood these halls. We are recruiting arts & crafts and apparel & textile vendors to set up shop during events. Booth space is exclusive and limited, please submit your application at your earliest convenience. Vendors available to this location include:
Dates and times of the following events are subject to change at the discretion of the event organizers. Vendors will be notified immediately of any changes.
Set-Up Day:
Thursday, September 3, 12 – 5 PM
Day One:
Thursday, September 3, 5 – 8 PM
Day Two:
Friday, September 4, 12 – 8 PM
Day Three:
Saturday, September 5, 9 AM – 5 PM
Day Four:
Sunday, September 6, 9 AM – 3 PM
Take-Down:
Sunday, September 6, 3 – 6 PM
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