 Dare County and the America 250 (A250) Committee remind area artists, nonprofit organizations, retailers, and food and beverage vendors that the deadlines to submit vendor applications for participation in the upcoming A250 Faire are fast approaching in February!
Themed “Liberty, Legacy and Liftoff in the Land of Beginnings,” the all-day A250 celebration will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills and is co-sponsored by the National Park Service Outer Banks Group and Outer Banks Visitors Bureau.
As Dare County’s signature event commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary, the A250 Faire will feature live music, food and beverage vendors, local artisans, historical demonstrations, educational programming, community exhibits and patriotic festivities that highlight Dare County’s enduring spirit of innovation and discovery. Vendors in the categories listed below are strongly encouraged to apply today!
Deadlines: The deadline for Arts & Crafts vendors to submit an application is February 1, 2026. For vendors in all other categories, the deadline to submit an application is February 15, 2026. Don’t miss your opportunity to participate in this highly anticipated event!
Vendor Categories:
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Regional Arts & Crafts Vendors – Handmade, original artwork and craft items
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Local Nonprofit Vendors – Outreach and engagement booths
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Local Retail Business Vendors – Local businesses offering merchandise
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Local Food Vendors – Food trucks and food service providers
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Local Brewery, Winery & Distillery Vendors – Approved beverage vendors meeting all legal requirements
Vendor Applications & Forms:
(Please click the links below to access and submit the appropriate vendor application for your business before the corresponding application period closes.*)
*Please note that vendor space will not be reserved until all required forms, payments and materials have been received and approved. Additionally, vendors must comply with all event guidelines as well as applicable town, county, state and federal regulations.
Questions? Please contact Dorothy Hester, Dare County Public Information Director at Dorothy@DareNC.gov or 252-475-5903. For more information about the A250 Faire, vendor applications or sponsorship opportunities, please visit DareA250.org.
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