2024 Downtown Detroit Winter Markets Vendor Application

Thank you so much for your interest to be a 2024 Downtown Detroit Winter Markets vendor! The Downtown Detroit Winter Markets aim to create a diverse and inclusive space where everyone is welcome to enjoy the holiday season while supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs of all backgrounds. The markets will be open from Thursday, November 5, 2024 – Sunday, January 5, 2025.

Before you apply, please review the below requirements and information to confirm your eligibility and understanding of the process. All vendor applicants must meet the below eligibility requirements.

Applications are open Monday, May 20 and will close Monday, June 17 at 9:59am.

Applicant Requirements: - Vendors must be selling a product. No service-based businesses will be accepted.

- Products cannot contain alcohol, tobacco, drugs, or weapons.

- If selected, vendors must pay one (1) upfront $1,500 rent deposit and one (1) additional payment of either $1,000 or $600 during the season, dependent on the size of the assigned space.

- Vendors cannot be a current Bedrock retail tenant.

- Vendors cannot be currently employed by the Rock Family of Companies.

- Priority will be given to Detroit-based businesses.

- Priority will be given to businesses who have not previously participated in the markets

- Participating market vendors must be open for business during all the designated

market hours. The hours of operation are Monday - Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday -

Thursday: 11AM - 8PM; Friday - Saturday: 11AM - 10PM; Sunday 11AM - 7PM (hours are

subject to change).

Additional Application Information

- We will be hosting three (3) virtual info sessions to answer any questions you may have

about the application or markets. We strongly suggest attending an info sessions prior to

submitting your application. Info Sessions will be held on:

- Thursday, May 30 from 6pm – 7pm – link to register is HERE

- Thursday, June 6 from 6pm – 7pm – link to register is HERE - Thursday, June 13 from 6pm – 7pm – link to register is HERE - You will receive emails acknowledging your application submission and subsequent information on your application status. If you do not receive this initial email once you submit your application, please check your spam or junk folder. If this issue persists, please reach out to DowntownDetroitMarkets@GilbertFamilyFoundation.org for assistance. - This season, we are looking for the following market mix

- Two (2) Apparel (men’s clothing, women’s clothing, unisex clothing)

- Two (2) Accessories (handbags, jewelry, winter hats, scarves, etc.

- One (1) Wellness & Beauty/Grooming (candles, skincare, etc.

- Three (3) Home Goods (décor, books, glassware, etc.)

- Two (2) Children’s Clothing/Toys

- Six (6) Gifting, including Food and Beverage (holiday specific gifts, Detroit themed

gifts, pre-packaged and sealed food/non-alcoholic drinks, etc.)

Please note, we reserve the right to adjust this target selection based upon actual application submissions. - Your application will be reviewed by a diverse group of judges, including representatives from Gilbert Family Foundation, Bedrock, TechTown, and Downtown Detroit Partnership If you have any questions about filling out or submitting the application, please reach out to DowntownDetroitMarkets@GilbertFamilyFoundation.org.

Eligibility

I attest that I meet the eligibility requirements above.