Monthly pop-up makers and food market

Small vendors who pay a stall fee. Host venues sometimes pay too, or share costs, because the market brings in foot traffic.

Stall fees per market day, with a smaller vendor count than a weekly market. Occasional sponsors or themed events (holiday, harvest) can add to this.

• Organizing and scheduling
• Vendor outreach
• Social media promotion
• Friendly, practical problem solving

• General liability insurance, and check whether the venue wants to be named on your policy
• Check with your city or county about whether a special event permit or temporary use permit is needed
• Check health department rules for any food sold, since vendors often need their own permits
• Check your state's sales tax rules for vendors and whether you have any collection duty
• Clear written agreement with the venue about parking, cleanup and noise
• Turnout can be uneven, so don't rely on one market for income

Estimates put startup costs at typically around $500 to $2,500, depending on the insurance you take out, your promotion and the equipment you need for setup. Costs may also depend on what the host venue requires.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue of typically around $500 to $2,500, depending on vendor numbers and stall fees. Turnout can be uneven, so don't rely on a single market for your income.

Check with your city or county whether a special event or temporary use permit is needed. Check health department rules for food sold and your state's sales tax rules for vendors. Get liability insurance and a clear written agreement with the venue.