Welcome to the 9th Annual Salute to Ellsworth Event!
Thank you for your interest in participating in the City of Box Elder's Salute to Ellsworth Event! The event will be held on Saturday, September 12th, 2026, at City Hall and Phelps Pond area (420 Villa Drive). Event hours are 3:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with the parade beginning at 3:00 p.m. and the fireworks show starting around 8:00 p.m.
DEADLINE to submit: Friday, August 21st, 2026.
Vendor Participation Guidelines:
Submitting this application does not guarantee acceptance into the event. Due to limited space, only a select number of vendors and food trucks will be accepted. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance AFTER the application deadline. The City of Box Elder reserves the right to assign vendor locations in a manner that best supports the event's success and our attendees' experience. Participants are responsible for providing their own complete booth setup - electricity is not available. If you plan to use a canopy, please ensure it is properly secured with weights or sandbags, as windy conditions are likely.
*Please note that AFTER the sign-up deadline - Aug. 21st, you will receive an email about your acceptance, all event information, and set-up/tear down times.
Vendors selling products or merchandise, as well as food trucks, are required to provide a current Certificate of Insurance (to be uploaded below) and a valid South Dakota Sales Tax License. They must also obtain a City of Box Elder General Business License or Mobile Food Vendor License before participating in the event.
If you do not currently have a City of Box Elder business/mobile food license, please visit: https://www.boxeldersd.gov/licensing
This Event Vendor Acknowledgment permits the Vendor to display, exhibit, or provide items for sale or exhibit during the Salute to Ellsworth City of Box Elder Event. If selected.
1. VENDOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
a. USE OF PUBLIC EQUIPMENT: The Vendor will not use City equipment, supplies, or facilities without the express, written consent of the City.
2. GENERAL:
a. INSURANCE: At all times during the term of this Acknowledgement, the Vendor shall obtain and maintain in force occurrence-based commercial general liability with a limit of not less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence, automobile liability insurance with a limit of not less than $1,000,000.00 each accident, and Workers’ Compensation coverage as required by South Dakota law.
b. HOLD HARMLESS: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Vendor agrees to indemnify and hold the City’s officers, agents, and employees harmless from and against any and all actions, suits, damages, liability, or other proceedings that may result from performing services hereunder. The Vendor is not required to be responsible for or defend against claims or damages arising solely from errors, omissions, or negligent acts by the City, its officers, agents, or employees.
c. TERMINATION: The City reserves the right to terminate this acknowledgment at any time, with or without cause.
d. FORCE MAJEURE: If the scheduled event is canceled due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including, but not limited to, acts of God, severe weather, natural disasters, government actions, public health emergencies, or other unforeseen events, we shall not be held liable for any fees, costs, or damages associated with the cancellation.
