Continental Divide Trail Days
SAVE THE DATE
April 23-26, 2026
Silver City, New Mexico
It’s an adventure you won’t want to miss! Join us for a celebration of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and the communities and landscape stewardship efforts along the Divide.
Trail Days 2026 Schedule of Events
Thursday, Apr. 23 | Trail Days Kickoff Party at Open Space Brewery, 430-8pm
Friday, Apr. 24 | CDT Culture & Landscape Speaker Series, 9am-4pm
Friday, Apr. 24 | Friday Night Fiesta at Little Toad Creek Distillery, 5-9pm
Saturday, Apr. 25 | Trail Days Adventure Fest at Gough Park, 9am-3pm
Saturday, Apr. 25 | Trail Days Afterparty at Whiskey Creek Zócalo, 5pm on!
Sunday, Apr. 26 | Outdoor Community Events (in and around Silver City)
Vendor Booth Details
Become a Vendor at the 2026 Trail Days Adventure Festival!
Kick off the 2026 CDT season with CDTC in Silver City, NM — and showcase your goods, services, or mission to hikers, outdoor lovers, and the entire Trail Days community.
When: Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Where: Gough Park · Silver City, NM
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome a variety of vendors — whether you’re here for thru-hiking culture, outdoor recreation, or just love connecting with an adventurous crowd. If that sounds like you, we’d love to have you!
New This Year: Interactive Booth Activities
Bring your booth to life with an activity!
We have 6 featured activity slots that will be highlighted on our official Trail Days Festival Schedule to help draw festival-goers straight to you.
These slots are first-come, first-served.
To apply for a featured activity:
Indicate your interest on your application and then email Becca Olson ([email protected]) with a brief outline of your proposed activity.
*We encourage all vendors to have an ongoing activity at their booth during the festival
Deadline: February 10, 2026, or until all 6 slots are filled.
Examples include:
• Mini drawing workshop
• Cornhole competition + prizes
• Relay race or mini challenge
• Skill demos
Vendor Details
Vendor Fees
- Commercial Booth: $75
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Nonprofit Booth: $25
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Local Silver City Vendors: Free (To support our local community, booth fees are waived for Silver City residents and organizations.)
Booth Sizes
- 10×10
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10×20
Booth Placement & Setup
Booth placement is first-come-first-served in designated sections along the Gough Park walkway. Vendors will be guided to their setup area based on booth type.
Setup for the festival will be available from 7:45-8:45AM on April 25, 2026.
Please note: Vendors must bring their own tent, table, and chairs.
Electricity
Limited electrical hookups are available and assigned on a first-come-first-served basis. Be sure to indicate any electrical needs on your registration form.
Registration Deadline: March 24, 2026
We’ll try our best to accommodate late registrations, but space and resources may be limited. After registration closes, vendors will receive detailed setup and festival information.
Questions?
Reach out to Becca Olson – [email protected]
Ready to register?
What makes Trail Days so amazing?
Get a glimpse of the Trail Days experience!
An event for trail enthusiasts far and wide: Trail days is an annual celebration of the Continental Divide National scenic trail and the communities and trail maintenance efforts along the CDT. “People come from all over now to participate, and it’s a big support for the community.” – Teresa Martinez
Questions about Trail Days 2026?
Contact us! Are you interested in being involved in Trail Days as a vendor, volunteer, speaker, or supporter?! We want to hear from you!
Contact Us About Trail Days 2026 Sponsorship
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