We host a few select market events in our local community every year as a way to bring together other makers, small businesses and shoppers. If you are a maker (not a direct sales consultant for a large brand) hit that apply button and join us! Or, just mark your calendar and come out for a beautiful day of shopping.
SUMMER DAZE ON THE SQUARE
Thompson, Ohio
Saturday June 20th | 10am-3pm
FALL IN LOVE WITH THOMPSON
Thompson, Ohio
Saturday September 26th | 10am-3pm
FIRST EVER WINERY MARKET TBD
Location TBD
Date TBD | Timing TBD
We curate local handmade markets where small businesses can connect and sell their goods to customers and other makers in person. We have a wonderful community of local makers and are continuing to grow. We work to get local food trucks, music or activities for kids when we can and a wide variety of vendors in order to create a fun and welcoming atmosphere for local families, makers and the community at large. Parking and admission are always free.
Happier Outside Handmade Markets take place rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, we may delay opening or close early, with updates shared on our social media channels. Vendors are responsible for managing weather-related risks and should take necessary precautions to protect their setup and products from potential loss or damage.
Timing is everything. Your spot is officially secured once your payment is received. Because our maker categories fill up quickly, we hold accepted applications for a 14-day window. After two weeks, unclaimed spots are released to other makers to ensure a full and vibrant market. We recommend applying only when you’re ready to commit to joining the group of vendors for the event(s) you're applying for.
No, we do not provide tents, tables or chairs.. Each vendor is responsible for bringing their own 10x10 tent (or two 10x10 tents if you purchase a 10x20 space), along with tables, table coverings, chairs, and any other equipment needed for their display. Vendors are also responsible for the setup and takedown of their spaces.
No, vendor spaces cannot be shared. However, you may request to be placed next to someone you know by noting it on your application. While we’ll do our best to accommodate, special requests cannot always be guaranteed but we will let you know either way as soon as possible.
To ensure we can provide the best experience for all our makers, vendor fees are non-refundable once paid. We know things can change, so we do allow date swaps within the calendar year if your category isn't already at capacity. Because we keep our categories curated and balanced, these spots do move quickly! We appreciate you standing behind this policy, which allows us to keep the market running smoothly for the whole community.
We’ll utilize social media, flyers, yard signs at the properties, banners, and local media to promote the event. Sharing the event on your own business platforms is a fantastic way to help us spread the word and boost visibility.
We believe in being transparent, though 'exact numbers' can be a bit like predicting the weather. Because our markets are always free to the public and usually have multiple entry points, we don’t have a turnstile headcount. Each event has its own rhythm, and and we are trying to vary what we offer at each event so turnouts do vary.
As this is a juried market, you must complete an application and wait for an email from hello@happieroutsideco.com to confirm your acceptance. Once you receive this email, it will provide instructions on how to securely submit payment for the markets you applied for. Please be cautious of scammers posing as event coordinators on social media, who may ask for payments or personal information. We will never contact you or request any personal details. The ONLY way to apply is through our website, and all communication will come from the email address listed above.
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