
The Missoula People’s Market extends a warm invitation to guest vendors! If you’re an artist or craftsman selling your own work, this is the place for you. Here are the details you need to know:
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Qualifications:
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Guest vendors must create handmade items.
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We accept a wide variety of work, including but not limited to:
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Paintings
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Sculptures
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photography
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Ceramics
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Illustrations
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Jewelry
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Woodcrafts
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Handmade clothing
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Needlecrafts
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Machine-made items with significant embellishment.
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Logistics:
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The market runs every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm, starting from May 3rd through September 26th
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Guest vendor spaces are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. Guest vendor spots are not assigned until 7:30 (however guest vendors have been known to line up as early at 6am)
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Fee:
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The fee to be a guest vendor is $25 per market.
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We request that the fee be paid by exact cash or check only.
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How to Join Us:
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Park near the intersection of Higgins and Pine.
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Head west on Pine Street.
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Find the market coordinators at the Market booth on the corner of Pine and Ryman and tell them that you would like to be a guest vendor.. Check in location may change to the deck at the Meagher Bar. If you cant locate the market booth just ask any of our friendly vendors!!
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At 6:45 the market coordinators will take the first person in line and have the vendor pay the market fee of $25, vendor will be given a receipt with a number on it (number indicates where your position in line is). Return to the market booth at 7:30 and we will start assigning spaces.
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You’ll need to fill out a form with your basic information and sign a liability waiver.
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Once completed and the $25 fee is paid, you’ll be randomly assigned an available space.
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Space letters and numbers are painted on the street—locate your spot and start setting up!
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Set-Up Details:
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You’re allowed to pull your car into your space for unloading.
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Load in, park your car, and then return to finish your set-up.
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This process helps prevent traffic through the market.
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Your set-up must be complete when the market opens at 9 am.
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If you plan to set up a canopy, note that we require proper weighting: 25 lbs per corner for canopies and 50 lbs for umbrellas.
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Shelter is optional, especially on beautiful days.
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Guest vending with us provides a fantastic opportunity to showcase your original work in a welcoming and relaxed environment.
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All experience levels are welcomed—we hope to see you this summer! 🌞🎨🛍️