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2026 Parade Registration is open through Wednesday, May 13th, 2026.

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2026 Event Registration is open through Wednesday, May 13th, 2026

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Interested in Being a Vendor at Crab Fest 2027?

Vendor registration for the 2027 Kodiak Crab Festival® is expected to open near the end of 2026. Please check back in December 2026 for updates and registration information.

PLANNING FOR CRAB FEST 2027

(1) Download and review the 2026 Kodiak Crab Festival® Vendor Handbook for reference.

Please note that requirements, deadlines, and procedures for 2027 may change slightly.

 

(2) Prepare any permits, certifications, licenses, and required vendor documentation ahead of time to help streamline your future registration process.

 

(3) Vendors should plan to have booth payments completed at the time of registration once applications open.

 

 

Vendor Email Updates

Want to be notified when Crab Fest 2027 vendor registration opens?

Email chamber@kodiakchamber.org and request to be added to the Crab Fest vendor email update list.

We’ll send updates regarding:

  • Vendor registration opening dates
  • Vendor handbook updates
  • Application deadlines
  • Festival requirements and announcements

If there are any questions during the planning process please call (907) 486-5557 or email chamber@kodiakchamber.org

 

Rules and Regulations

Vendors should thoroughly review the 2026 Kodiak Crab Festival® Vendor Handbook as a reference guide for future participation.

Please note that updated rules and regulations for Crab Fest 2027 will be released prior to registration opening.

  1. Vendors are expected to follow all festival operational and safety requirements.
  2. Food vendors and vendors using cooking equipment should expect fire safety requirements and inspections.
  3. Booths are expected to remain staffed and operational during festival hours.
  4. Vehicles will not be permitted on the midway or booth areas during event hours.
  5. Additional event policies and vendor expectations will be included in the 2027 Vendor Handbook.

 

Stay Updated

Please continue checking the Crab Fest website and social media pages for announcements regarding:

  • Vendor registration opening dates
  • Updated vendor handbooks
  • Festival deadlines
  • Booth information and requirements