Pahrump Rodeo Vendor Spots Open, Deadline Looms | The Locally Times
Act fast: Pahrump's 2026 Fall Festival Rodeo offers limited 12'x12' vendor spaces for $150, with applications and required $1M liability insurance due by August 14.
Local businesses looking to engage with the community at the 2026 Fall Festival Rodeo can now apply for vendor spaces, but urgency is key. The Town of Pahrump has opened applications for limited 12'x12' spots at the McCullogh Arena at Petrack Park, available on a first-come, first-served basis for the event scheduled for September 25 and 26. Details released by the Town on March 10 outline the $150 fee and an August 14, 2026, deadline for all submissions. ## Application Requirements and Costs Detailed To secure a spot within the rodeo grounds, businesses must submit their complete applications, payments, and all necessary permits by the August 14 deadline. The Town of Pahrump's March 10 posting specifies a $150 fee for each 12'x12' vendor space, payable by cash, check, or money order. A critical mandate for all participants is $1 million in general liability coverage, with the insurance policy explicitly naming the Town of Pahrump as an additional insured party. While the total number of vendor spaces remains unspecified, the Town emphasizes their limited availability, assigned strictly by application submission order. ## Specific Permits and Vendor Distinctions Beyond the mandatory general liability insurance, specific permits are required based on the vendor's business type. Food vendors, for instance, must provide a Temporary Health Permit, while retail operations need a Seller’s Permit, as detailed in the Town of Pahrump's March 10 announcement. It's important to note that this application process is exclusively for businesses operating within the rodeo grounds during the 2026 Fall Festival Rodeo. A separate application process for general Fall Festival vendors is available directly on pahrumpnv.gov. The Town's records do not detail that separate application process, nor do they specify what other types of businesses, beyond food and retail, are being sought for the rodeo grounds. ## Opportunity for Local Businesses and Community Impact This vendor recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for local businesses to connect with the community, boosting their visibility and sales during the two-day event. The $150 space fee, alongside the $1 million general liability insurance and specific permit requirements, represents a tangible investment for participating businesses. For attendees of the 2026 Fall Festival Rodeo, the presence of these vendors promises an expanded array of food and retail choices, enriching the overall experience at McCullogh Arena. The Town of Pahrump's March 10 posting strongly advises early application, underscoring that the limited, first-come, first-served vendor spaces will close once all spots are filled. ## Essential Details for Applicants For businesses considering a vendor space at the 2026 Fall Festival Rodeo, here are the critical points: * **Application Deadline:** August 14, 2026. All applications, payments, and permits must be submitted by this date. * **Space Cost:** $150 per 12' x 12' vendor space. * **Insurance Requirement:** $1 million in general liability coverage, naming the Town of Pahrump as an additional insured. * **Permits:** Food vendors require a Temporary Health Permit; retail vendors need a Seller's Permit. * **Availability:** Spaces are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Early application is strongly encouraged.