applications & info

Join this annual favorite along Capitol Lake on Friday, July 17, 2026! Rides of all kinds are represented with categories recognizing custom and vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles.

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The show begins at Marathon Park and continues north along Deschutes Pkwy toward Heritage Park. Foot traffic is open for the event and free to attend, vehicle access is blocked at 5th Ave and restricted to show vehicles only (view on map) from the south. Entry for show vehicles is located at the intersection of Deschutes Pkwy and Lakeridge Dr SW. Note there is no provision for parking additional vehicles within the restricted section of Deschutes Pkwy. Street parking is available in the surrounding areas.

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Online pre-registration will be available until end of day Friday a week prior to the event, as well as day-of registration for late entries. The car show officially operates from 5:00-8:30pm. Pre-registered vehicles may begin entering the south gate at 2:00pm, day-of registrations may begin entering at 4:00pm.

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Register for Car Show

Sign up to take part in one of the largest annual parades in the Puget Sound!

 

Apply for Grand Parade

Release of Liability

The vendor section at Lakefair offers a variety of unique craft items for visitors, with an emphasis on handmade items by artists and craftspeople. There is some commercial availability and a limited number of community non-profit spaces as well. Booths are available in 10x10, 10x20 and 10x30 footprints. Spaces are issued in the order received based on availability and repeat vendors in good standing receive priority placement.

 

Businesses that don't qualify for a vendor booth may be accepted as part of a Sponsorship Agreement with Capital Lakefair. Sponsor packages are flexible and offer a variety of marketing opportunities in addition to a booth, see sponsorship opportunities for more information.

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Apply for Vendor Booth

Release of Liability

The food concessions along Water Street have long been a staple of Lakefair week. Traditionally this has consisted entirely of registered IRS 501 non-profit vendors as a fund-raising opportunity. We also have limited availability for commercial for-profit vendors and local business to join the festival.

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Returning non-profit vendors receive priority placement, and we maintain a waiting list for first-time entries as space permits. Note application does not guarantee acceptance, and a member of Lakefair will reach out to coordinate after the initial application.

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Apply for Food Booth

Every summer Capital Lakefair hosts a weekend of fun and camaraderie for our out of town festival guests. This season will include the annual Friday President's Dinner and Saturday BBQ/Clambake on July 17-18, 2026.​

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​​Host Hotel:

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Olympia (view on map)

415 Capitol Way N, Olympia, WA 98501​

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Register for Hospitality

View the Packet

Room Booking Instructions

We are excited to bring to you this years Royalty Scholarship Program Tea Party! The event is open to all Royalty in training, their parents and grandparents. Each child will receive a tiara and be able to take part in some tea and cupcakes with the Lakefair Court.

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We typically have two time slots available, the first at Noon and a second seating at 3 pm.​ Details for this seasons' event are in the planning stage will be shared once finalized!

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Register for Royalty Tea Party

The main stage at Capital Lakefair features a variety of live entertainment including live music, dance groups, K9 demos and more. Those requesting a paid performance of $600 or more are required to submit a current Form W-9 to our office prior to final approval.

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Apply for Main Stage

IRS Form W-9 (PDF)

We have certain items available for rent when not in use by Lakefair, including a single/double-door ice trailer and wash trailer for food related clean up. Rentals are subject to approval by Capital Lakefair and are on a first-come basis. Please contact us with inquiries as early as possible to avoid scheduling conflicts.

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Open Rental Agreement (PDF)

Capital Lakefair is supported by a group of dedicated volunteers that generously donate their time and skills to make this event possible. If you're interested in helping out, apply now!

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Volunteer Application

If you're an existing volunteer with the organization and want to apply for full membership, please complete a copy of the Lakefair Capitalarian application.

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Capitalarian Application