Pop-Up toy stand for markets and fairs

Families and gift shoppers at local events, plus schools and groups that book you for fundraisers.

Retail markup on toys sold at each event, with extra income from busy holiday markets and a share of sales at school fundraisers if you offer that.

• Friendly selling face to face
• Eye-catching displays
• Handling cash and card payments
• Planning stock for each event

• Sales tax permit and any temporary vendor permits, which differ by state, city and event
• Children's product safety rules (CPSIA) apply to toys you sell, so buy from reputable suppliers
• General liability insurance, which many events ask vendors to carry
• Weather, slow events and stall fees that can outweigh sales, so track results for each event
• Storing stock and transporting it, which usually needs a car or van

Startup costs are typically around $1,000 to $6,000, depending on your opening stock, stall display and equipment, and how you take payments. These are estimates, so test with a small range first.

Monthly revenue is typically around $400 to $3,000, depending on which events you attend, your range and your pricing. Stall fees, weather and slow events can outweigh sales, so track results for each event.

Check for a sales tax permit and any temporary vendor permits, which differ by state, city and event. Children's product safety rules (CPSIA) apply to toys you sell. Also check general liability insurance, which many events ask vendors to carry.