2025 Vendor Information

Join us at the Grass Lake Market!

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The Grass Lake Market is more than an event—it’s an experience that celebrates creativity, community, and the unique charm of our downtown. We’re looking for vendors who share our passion for handmade artistry, local talent, and the vibrant spirit of Grass Lake. When reviewing applications, we give special consideration to vendors whose products embrace the DIY ethos and handmade craftsmanship. We also value connections to Grass Lake and nearby communities. 

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Vendor Requirements & Guidelines

We welcome a diverse range of vendors but have a few restrictions to ensure the market aligns with our mission.

The following types of vendors are not permitted:

- Alcohol sales
- Businesses affiliated with network marketing/MLMs (e.g., Colorstreet, Avon)
- Counterfeit or trademark-infringing products
- Firearms, weapons, or ammunition
- Adult or obscene materials
- Illegal or controlled substances
- Resale of mass-produced, wholesale, or third-party items (all art and products must be made by the seller)
- Any items that do not align with the community-focused nature of the market
 

Market Rules & Setup Information

- Event schedule: The Grass Lake Market runs from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on the second Wednesday of each month from May through September. Vendors

  must be fully set up by 3:00 PM and remain open until 8:00 PM.
- Setup time: Begins at 1:00 PM. Vendors are responsible for setting up their own tents, tables, and displays.
- Booth spaces: Each vendor space is approximately 10' x 10'. Vendors must not exceed these dimensions. Outdoor vendors must provide their own tents.

- You must provide and use tent weights. 
- Space assignments: Vendor spaces are assigned to ensure a balanced variety of products across the event and throughout the season.
- Vendor eligibility: The person attending the event must be the creator, maker, or business owner of the products being sold. The market is designed to foster

   direct connections between vendors and customers.
- Legal compliance: Vendors must comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Cleanliness and professionalism: Vendors must maintain their space in a clean and professional manner throughout the event.
- Market rules: All vendors are required to follow market rules and guidelines as provided.
- Fees and payment: Booth fees are as listed below, non-refundable, and must be paid by May 1, 2025. Payment details and additional information will be   

   provided after your application is accepted and dates are confirmed.

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Insurance

Insurance is required for all vendors. Please have Grass Lake Market named as insured with the coverage of $1,000,000 occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate. This is typically an easy ask for your insurance carrier, and can be mailed to PO Box 446, Grass Lake, Mi 49240.  If you have questions, please reach out to 517-914-1052. 

Other Considerations

- Registration for all dates is not required. Although we would love to see you every month, feel free to choose the dates that work best for you.   We will have

  several locations and will distribute businesses at an appropriate distance from similar products ( to the best of our ability). 

- At this time, we do not provide tents. Although a covered space is not guaranteed, we may have options available.
- If you need assistance finding a suitable location, please reach out to grasslakemarket@gmail.com, and we will do our best to accommodate you. Thank you

  for helping us create a market that truly reflects the heart of Grass Lake!

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Upon approval, an invoice for payment will be sent.

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Event Dates:

May 14
June 11
July 9
August 13
September 10

Vendor fees are as follows:

10x10 tent with your tables and chairs – $30 A complete outdoor vending space.
8’ table with a chair – $30 Can be set up indoors or outdoors depending on availability
Blanket Vending on the Ground – $15 Grass Lake has perfect walkable streets and great nooks and crannies for displaying your smaller items.
Demonstrations with a Single Chair and Topic-Specific Equipment – Free for demonstrations without sales. $30 for sales plus demonstration. 
Musician with Stand, Chair, and Optional Sound Equipment – TBD We’ll put you in touch with our music coordinator.
Food Truck Space – $60 or 15% of sales, whichever you prefer. 

Growers of produce -- If you are exclusively growing & selling produce. -- FREE
Non-Profit -- FREE
Kids -- FREE Calling all young entrepreneurs! Show off your handmade creations and be a part of the market.