Vendor FAQs

How do I apply?

We announce the opening of applications on our Instagram and Facebook pages. Typically, we open applications 2-3 months before an event, and a link to the application form will be available on our website at that time. If you do not see a link on our site and notice that we are posting about our vendor lineup for the upcoming market, it means that the application window has closed and we are no longer accepting applications. We recommend setting notifications for our posts so you don’t miss any updates!

What is the vendor fee?

The vendor fee is $70 for a tented space (10x10 ft) and $80 for mobile vendors (who must provide their own electricity). Payment must be made in full by the deadline to secure your spot at the market. The payment deadline will be provided in an email upon your acceptance into the market.

What does the vendor fee cover?

Your vendor fee helps cover the costs of marketing and advertising for the event, including paid social media posts and maintaining this website. It also contributes to special activities or entertainment at our events and the hiring of off-duty police officers to manage traffic, as this is a street market. Additionally, we rent porta-potties for all attendees and vendors. All these expenses, along with various behind-the-scenes costs, add up. Please note that we do not provide any setup materials. You are responsible for supplying all tables, tents, chairs, and other items needed for your market space. Tents must be 10x10 with straight legs.

What is your refund policy?

We do not offer refunds. If an event is canceled due to weather, the rain date is always the following day (from Saturday to Sunday), except for our Pride event, which has a rain date the following weekend. If you are unable to attend on the rain date, we will be happy to transfer your vendor fee to the next market.

If I’m accepted once, do I have to apply again?

Yes, acceptance to one market does not guarantee acceptance to the next. Although we greatly value and appreciate all you do, we have a limited capacity for vendors and aim to keep the lineup fresh and diverse.

Who can apply?

  • Local makers and artists, as well as curators of vintage goods and clothing, are our top priority. This market is dedicated to providing a space for local small businesses to showcase their work to the community.

  • Food vendors are welcome and appreciated! We accept food vendors for mobile and tent spaces.

  • Service providers who can perform their services on-site (such as tarot readers, art workshop facilitators, etc.) are also welcome.

  • MLMs (multi-level marketing) are not accepted. We focus on handcrafted, one-of-a-kind, and locally sourced products.

I have applied many times and I have not gotten accepted. Am I doing something wrong?

We receive hundreds of applications for each market and strive to limit the number of vendors in each product category. For example, we accept a certain number of jewelers, bakers, and so on. Please do not be discouraged if you're not selected and continue to apply! Here are some key factors we consider when evaluating potential FMM vendors:

  • Unique Products: We look for originality. For example, if you make jewelry, is it something new or different? If you’re a potter, do you use a distinctive glazing technique?

  • Intriguing Branding/Business Representation

  • Active Social Media Presence: We welcome vendors with any number of followers, from 0 to 1 million. What matters to us is that you are actively posting and showcasing your products with pride.

  • High-Quality Product Photography: Since we don't know you or your business personally, submitting high-quality images helps you stand out. While professional photography is not required, we want to see well-lit, intentional photos that accurately represent the quality of your products.

How are vendors chosen?

After the application deadline has passed, each vendor application will be reviewed by the FMM Crew. To ensure we provide our community with a diverse range of businesses, we limit the number of vendors within each category.

When do you determine your vendor lineup?

We send vendor acceptance and waitlist emails within one week after the application deadline, which is always listed on the application itself. If we are posting vendor spotlights, it means all spaces are filled. Please do not message or email us to inquire about applying. If a space becomes available, we will select a new business from our waitlist that fits the same product category as the vendor who dropped out.

If I’m interested in being a vendor, is it ok to message you on social media or email you directly?

Please do not message us to inquire about your application status or to use it as a way of applying to our markets. We receive hundreds of applications for each market and are frequently asked if there are any open spaces. Please only contact us with questions if you need clarification on an item in the application or have specific questions about the market.

I am a fast fashion retailer. Will I be able to vend?

Priority for fashion vendors is given to vintage and sustainable boutiques, followed by size-inclusive businesses. We emphasize the importance of size inclusivity and prefer vendors who offer a range of sizes. If you are a fast fashion reseller offering primarily straight sizing (S, M, L), you will not be invited to vend with us. We appreciate your understanding of our mission.