VENDOR REGISTRATION - River Forest Memorial Day Business Bash 2026

BOOTH REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

Join us at the River Forest Business Bash — a vibrant, community-focused street fair celebrating River Forest and veteran-owned businesses.

Happening immediately after the River Forest Memorial Day Parade, the Business Bash offers the perfect opportunity to keep the community energy going, spotlight local businesses, and celebrate tradition rooted in local pride.

Booth Fees for Business Bash:

• FREE – Licensed River Forest businesses

• FREE – Veteran-Owned Businesses from Oak Park, River Forest, or Forest Park

• $50 – OPRF Chamber Members (outside of River Forest)

• $100 – Non-Members

Each confirmed vendor will receive:

• One 8-foot table and two chairs

• Promotion through Chamber and Village marketing channels

• Access to hundreds of attendees in a high-traffic, family-friendly environment

Set-Up Time: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Vendor Parking: Central Avenue (east of Keystone)
Business Fair Hours: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM (immediately following the parade)

Vendor Selection & Guidelines:

• We prioritize businesses located in River Forest and veteran-owned businesses from Oak Park, River Forest, and Forest Park.

• Due to space limitations, all vendor applications will be reviewed and selected based on fit with the event, business type, and community impact.  

• Vendors offering engaging, family-friendly, and community-oriented products or services will be given strong consideration.

• Food vendors will be limited, and must meet all Village of River Forest health and safety requirements.

Selected vendors will be contacted with confirmation, setup instructions, and additional details upon acceptance.  Any registration fees for vendors not selected will be refunded at that time.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We’re seeking community-minded partners to help bring this event to life. Sponsors receive brand visibility, community goodwill, and key placement in event marketing.

Premier Sponsor — $2,500

• Premier recognition as lead sponsor

• Premium logo placement on all marketing

• Prominent onsite signage

• 2 newsletter features

• Social media recognition

Supporting Sponsor — $1,000

• Logo placement on event marketing

• Onsite signage recognition

• 1 newsletter feature

• Social media recognition

Community Sponsor — $500

• Logo placement on marketing materials

• Onsite signage

• Social media recognition

Neighbor Sponsor – $250 

• Name and logo on event signage

• Recognition in Chamber social media and email blast

Additional sponsorship dollars may allow us to offer live entertainment, kids' activities, or extra amenities.

 

Participation in the River Forest Memorial Day Parade

Business Bash vendors are highly encouraged to participate in the Parade, operated by the River Forest Park District.  For more information about the Parade, please visit https://rfparks.com/memorial-day-celebration

Date & time details

8:30-10:00 | VENDOR SET-UP
10:30-1:00 | Celebration & Business Bash
1:00-2:00 | Clean-up

Fees & registration details

• FREE – River Forest businesses

• FREE – Local Veteran-Owned Businesses 

• $50 – OPRF Chamber Members (outside of River Forest)

• $100 – Non-Members