All vendor spaces have been reserved for the 2025 season. However, it may be possible to still become a vendor on a fill-in basis when a reserved space is open. Please note that we do not allow “drop-in” vendors. We are currently not accepting any new vendors for produce or baked goods.

 

Selection Process: Our mission is to support our local community, which is why we require all vendors to be from the Park Rapids area. Additionally, every product at our market must be produced, grown, or made by the vendors themselves — we do not allow third-party selling.  We strive to create a diverse selection of the highest quality products, and we're dedicated to helping our vendors thrive.  As a result, there may be instances where we are unable to accept new vendors offering similar items.  If you're interested in joining us, please send your contact information along with a description of your products (pictures are helpful) to: parkrapidsfm@gmail.com.  Thank you so much for your interest; we genuinely appreciate it and will get back to you soon!

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Fees & Hours:  The market kicks off on the Saturday of Memorial Weekend and runs through September, with hours from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The fee for a seasonal space is $150, which allows a vendor to sell every Saturday throughout the market season. For “fill-in” vendors, the cost is $30 per Saturday, up to the seasonal fee of $150.

 

Space Set-Up:  All spaces are 10’ x 10’ in size.  A canopy is required for selling and it must be weighted with 35 lb. leg weights or bolted to the ground.  Vendors assume full responsibility for any injury or damage that may occur from failure to properly secure canopies or other items.  Power is not available and the use of generators is not allowed without special permission.

 

Cottage Food Laws:  Vendors are responsible for following the MDA cottage food laws.  Please make sure your cottage food registration has been completed and current.  Here is the link for further information: https://www.mda.state.mn.us/food-feed/cottage-food-law-guidance

 

Sales Tax:  If applicable, vendors are responsible for collecting and paying their own sales tax.

 

SNAP/EBT/Hunger Solutions and POP:  For those vendors with qualifying food products, the market accepts EBT cards to encourage customers with SNAP benefits to shop the market.  We also operate the Power of Produce Program (POP).

 

Advertising and Social Media:  The market has a presence on Facebook and advertises sometimes with other social media, print, and radio.  We are also members of the Park Rapids Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Business Association.  All vendors are encouraged to list their vendor information on our directory website: parkrapidsfm.com.

 

Weather:  The market is open rain or shine.  It is up to each vendor to decide if they want to set up if the weather may be severe.