2026 Bremerton Night Markets

Dates for the 3rd Annual Bremerton Boardwalk Night Markets are as follows:

• May: May 1, 2026 - Punk Rock - Weird on the Waterfront
• June: June 5, 2026 - Pride on the Pier - Out and About
• July: July 3, 2026 - Red, White, & BBQ
• October: October 2, 2026 - FUNKtober- Turn up the Funk, Light up the Night (glowstick party)

Please note:

• The Taste of Kitsap takes place on August 7th and 8th. This is a separate event with a separate application.
• There will be no September Night Market due to our focus on producing the Blackberry Festival that week.

 You may apply to other Sunny Jack Events by going to:   Vendor Applications 

Completed applications do not guarantee booth space. We will contact you for approval, denial, or wait waitlist.

We are not accepting commercial vendors for night markets unless they are sponsors. Please contact Sunny for sponsorship information. 

For questions or concerns, please email info@sunnyjackevents.com

About the Vending Location

The Bremerton Boardwalk - 140 Washington Ave / 2nd Street, Bremerton, WA, 98337

Vendor Information & Check-In Instructions

• Check-In: 
  • Please check in at the vendor table, located next to the boardwalk entrance, between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM on market days. You will receive your booth number at that time.
• Load-In:
  • Vendors may drive to their booth for unloading only. Please note that there is a single shared entrance and exit, so your patience is appreciated.
  • We recommend bringing a cart for load-in, load-out, and restocking.
• Power:
• Limited 110-Watt (up to 10 Amps) power is available 
• 50 Amp / 220 Volt power is not available.
• Vendors must bring a 50ft extension cord (minimum 12-gauge) for power access.
• Vendor Equipment:
  • Vendors are responsible for providing their own tents (with sidewalls), tables, and chairs.

Parking: Complimentary parking is not provided. Convenient parking is available:

• Kitsap Conference Center(Red Level, connected to the boardwalk).
• Marina Square parking garage at the roundabout.

Additional pay parking lots are located within 1 to 3 blocks of the festival.
Schedule:

Load-In: Begins at 12 PM.
Fire Inspection: Conducted at 5 PM on market day.
Load-Out: Begins after the boardwalk is clear of pedestrians, after the market closes, and as directed by festival staff.

Market pricing, information, and themes:

This year, we have adjusted our process and our prices. You may purchase a booth per market, or you may purchase a season pass, which offers a 20% discount and secures your placement for all markets if your application is approved. 

If approved, you will receive an emailed invoice for your associated fees from Sunny Jack Events LLC via QuickBooks.

Market themes this year are:

• May- Punk Rock- Weird on the Waterfront
• June- Pride on the Pier-Out and About
• July- Red, White, BBQ
• Oct- FUNKtober - Turn up the Funk, Light up the Night (glowstick party)

We highly encourage you to participate and showcase products that are within the theme. It is not required, but we found that themed markets attract more guests.

Load-in Details

Boardwalk Load-in:

• Load in begins at 12pm on the day of the event.
• Vendor Check-in: Bottom of 2nd Street at the Bremerton Boardwalk entrance.
• You will receive your booth number and directions at check-in.
• You may drive to your booth to unload only, and must move your car immediately following. 
• There are a variety of free and paid parking areas in the downtown area, parking is not provided.
• Vehicles may enter for unloading during load-in hours only. There is only one entry/exit; follow staff direction. 
• For ease, bring a cart for set-up, restocking, and load-out.
• We appreciate your grace and patience during the boardwalk load-in. As a thank-you, we’ll be handing out a small token of our appreciation for those who go the extra mile with kindness.

Booth Payment and Placement

• Booths are only secured with payment — no holds without payment.
• No refunds.
• We limit duplication of food and craft types at our discretion; booth placement is first-paid, first-placed. No exclusivity is granted to any product category.
• Sunny Jack Events reserves full authority on all booth placements.
• We may accept, deny, or waitlist any application.
• A completed application does not guarantee booth space.
• Your booth must fit within the space paid for, including storage, equipment, and weights. No additional storage space is provided. Need more space? Purchase an extra 10x10.

Vendor Rules and Guide

Load-in/Load-out

• Drive slowly.
• Vehicles are allowed on the boardwalk for unloading only during load-in hours. There is only one entry/exit; follow staff directions for access. 
• All vehicles must be removed from the boardwalk 1 hour before the event opens.
• Load-out can be stressful as everyone is trying to leave at the same time. Please be patient and follow the rules to help expedite the process.
• Do not pack up or take your booth down until 9 pm, even if you are sold out.
• Vehicles will not be permitted on the boardwalk until pedestrian traffic has dispersed and event staff have determined it is safe.
• Do not bring your vehicle onto the boardwalk unless/until your booth and tent are completely packed up and ready to be loaded. 
• Drive slowly. 
• Practice patience and courtesy with other vendors as well as event staff. We all have the same goal and want to get home safely and promptly.

Booth Space

• Booth must not exceed the paid space, including storage, selling, or support devices. 
• Bring a cart for quicker load-in, load-out, and restocking your booth.
• Tents must be straight-legged and fire-retardant. 
• Booth inspections will occur before opening. 
• All booths must be weighted down with 25 lbs of weight per leg.

Power Availability

• Limited 120-volt power is available on portions of the boardwalk. Power should not exceed 1,920 watts per circuit. 50 Amp power is not available.
• If you have requested power, bring a 50-foot extension cord (12-gauge minimum) in case your booth is distant from the power source.
• Whisper generators are allowed in some areas with management approval.
• Vendors are required to stay within the power limits assigned to their booth. Please see above where you have listed your appliances needed.
• If excessive power usage results in tripping a breaker, a $200 service fee will be assessed to cover the cost of dispatching an on-site City of Bremerton electrician to restore service.
• Repeated electrical violations may result in loss of power access for the remainder of the event.

Food Vendor Requirements

• All food vendors must obtain a Temporary Food Vendor Permit from the Kitsap Public Health District (allow 10 days for processing). Kitsap Public Health Temporary Food Permit
• Food Handler's Card required for at least one person in the booth at all times.
• Food booths cooking with grease must have a non-pervious cover under all cooking areas (e.g., plywood or similar).
• Grease stains are considered damage, and you will be charged for clean-up. We WILL charge for any grease stains left behind, at our discretion.
• Tents must be fire-retardant.
• Booth inspections will occur before opening.

Water & Waste Disposal

• Bremerton Boardwalk water is limited to a single potable water spigot.
• Water is not available in booth locations.
• There will be no grey water or grease disposal available for Night Markets

Garbage & Damages

• A dumpster is provided and will be located on event grounds.
• All vendors are required to dispose of their own trash.
• A $250 garbage fee will be applied for any booths left with garbage.
• A damage fee will be invoiced to the vendor if any damages occur to the booth space, including grease stains, paint, etc.
• Grease is NOT ALLOWED in our dumpsters. It is a FIRE HAZARD.

Animals & Smoking Policy

• For the safety and comfort of all attendees, animals are not permitted in vendor booths, except for certified service animals.
• Smoking is not allowed in your booth space. Please move to a public sidewalk away from our guests.

Taxes

• Vendors are responsible for paying their own Washington State Department of Revenue Excise Tax, as well as all local city and county taxes.

Cancellation

• CANCELLATION: Booth fees are non-refundable. You may request a refund, and it will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. 

Weather

• At times, the wind does come up off the water. Mandatory: Make sure you have your booth anchored very well and secure merchandise so it cannot blow about. You may NOT tie your booth off on the boardwalk handrails.
• We are a rain or shine event.
• The event will only be shut down in the case of a threat to public safety.

Fire Marshal Rules & Regulations

• Food vendors are required to have a Class K fire extinguisher if they have grease.
• All vendors are required to have a 2A-10 BC fire extinguisher; you may rent one if you do not want to bring your own.
• Food Trucks are required to have their L&I certification as well as a Fire certification from a participating jurisdiction.
• Fire extinguishers must be accessible at all times
• All extension cords must be of sufficient size to handle any applied electrical loads.
• Tent/Canopy Requirements: All booths must have a flame-proof label on the tent/canopy.
• Tent/Canopy Security: All tents/canopies must be securely fastened to the ground or other support that will not affect escape if needed.
• Site Inspections: All sites are subject to inspections and may be asked to cease operations until safety concerns are addressed.
• Fire Marshal Authority: The Fire Marshal reserves the right to add or modify requirements as needed to ensure the safety of everyone involved. 
• Fire Inspection: A fire inspection will take place BEFORE the event begins. You must pass the fire inspection to open for the festival.
• Fire Marshal Discretion: The Bremerton Fire Marshal has the right to close booths based on their discretion on a case-by-case basis. 
• No vehicles are allowed on the boardwalk during the event.
• Open burning is not allowed under your tent.

 
Insurance Requirements

All vendors are required to provide proof of liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $1,000,000. This insurance must cover any potential damages or incidents related to your booth, products, and activities during the event.
Certificate of Insurance must name the following as additional insured parties:

• City of Bremerton - 345 6th Street, Suite 600, Bremerton, WA 98337
• Sunny Jack Events LLC - PO Box 2352, Silverdale WA  98383
• Proof of insurance can be uploaded below or can be emailed to Courtney no later than one week after acceptence.

Vendor Compliance & Consequences

We are committed to ensuring a smooth and safe event for all participants. Vendors who fail to comply with the event rules and guidelines will receive one verbal warning. Continued non-compliance may result in removal from the event, and no refunds will be issued. Please ensure you follow all rules and regulations to avoid any disruption to your participation.

Hold Harmless Agreement
By submitting this application, the Vendor agrees to assume all risks associated with participation in the event and hereby releases, indemnifies, and holds harmless Sunny Jack Events, its owners, staff, volunteers, partners, the City of Bremerton, and all affiliated agencies from any and all liability, claims, losses, damages, or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to the Vendor’s participation. This includes, but is not limited to, injury to persons, damage to property, theft, weather-related incidents, equipment failure, or any act or omission of the Vendor, its employees, or representatives. Vendor acknowledges full responsibility for their booth, products, equipment, and conduct throughout the event and agrees that participation is at their own risk. I agree to the vendor rules, guidelines, and compliance as listed above.