Vendor Information

2026 Vendor Information – Pappy Hoel Campground at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Are you planning to be a vendor at the 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally? We’re excited to have you join us at the Pappy Hoel Campground – the premier destination during Rally Week! Please read the following steps carefully to ensure your setup and participation are smooth and fully compliant.

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Step 1: Apply for a Temporary South Dakota Sales Tax License 

All vendors – whether selling products, displaying merchandise, or offering services – must obtain a Temporary South Dakota Sales Tax License, even if you already hold a permanent license.

• A new application must be completed each year.

• If you have a permanent South Dakota Sales Tax License but are operating at a temporary location during the Rally, you are still required to obtain a temporary license.

All vendors also need a Meade County License application.

Step 2: Determine If a Bond Is Required

Some vendors are required to post a bond.

• If you are a first-time vendor, you must post a $500 bond.
• If you attended last year’s rally and filed and paid your sales taxes on time, you do not need to post a bond.
• If you filed or paid your sales tax after the due date in the prior year, you will need to post a bond. Please contact the Department of Revenue at (605) 394-2332 to determine bond amount.
• If you were a vendor in the past but did not attend in the prior year, you will need to post a $500 bond.
• Contact the South Dakota Department of Revenue directly at 605-394-2332 with any questions, to determine if a bond is necessary, and what amount is required.

Step 3: Submit Your Application (and Bond, if required)

Step 4: Receive Your License and Packet

• Your sales tax license card and informational packet can be emailed to you – only after your bond (if required) is received.
  
  
• Be sure to bring your license card with you to the Rally as we will need a copy of all your documents. If you need a copy of your license card, one can be printed for you at the temporary office at City of Sturgis at 1040 Harley-Davidson Way will open in August 2025.  Please review the office hours for the Department of Revenue’s office at Sturgis City Hall.