(FREEHOLD, NJ) -- Calling artists, crafters, commercial and food vendors! Applications to become a vendor for the 51st Annual Monmouth County Fair are now available. Held at East Freehold Showgrounds, Kozloski Road, Freehold, the fair is the largest, family-oriented, multi-day event held in Monmouth County and the Jersey Shore area. This year’s dates are Wednesday-Sunday, July 22-26, 2026.

Vendor selection will begin with lotteries on Wednesday, March 25, for food vendors, and on Thursday, April 16, for exhibitors, crafters and other commercial vendors. 

Additional information and application packets are available online at www.MonmouthCountyFair.com. Please note that completed food vendor applications with payment must be received by Friday, March 20, to be included in the lottery drawing.

The Monmouth County Fair is presented by the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, in cooperation with the Monmouth County Park System and the Monmouth County 4-H Association. Each year, this event features thrilling rides, live entertainment, Home and Garden Competitions, 4-H shows, exhibits and more.