The city of Surprise invited local businesses, outreach organizations and promotional vendors to participate in next month’s annual Surprise Party holiday event.

The event, which is expected to draw thousands of residents and visitors from across the community, is scheduled for 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5 and Saturday, Dec. 6 at the Surprise Recreation Campus, 15960 N. Bullard Ave.

Surprise Party is one of the city’s largest and most popular community events, as attendees will take part in holiday-themed festivities, including a tree-lighting ceremony, roaming entertainment, food trucks, a festive roller rink, a kids zone and visits with Santa Claus.

Vendors can part of the celebration by hosting a promotional booth for $750 (business vendors) or $150 (nonprofits).

Each booth includes a 10x10 vendor tent, one table and two chairs. Vendors are required to attend both nights of the event as part of their registration.

Vendor booths are for promotional purposes only and are not intended for the sale of goods or services.

Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged at surpriseaz.gov/SurpriseRec, then clicking the “Special Events” tab. Or call 623-222-2000.