Vendor Opportunities
Looking for a vending opportunity for your small business?
The Burlington area has multiple opportunities throughout the year for your small business to test the waters and vend to the public without investing in a brick-and-mortar space. Unsure of which is right for you? Reach out to us at business@burlingtonvt.gov to discuss all your options!
Love Burlington Markets
The ONE World Market
Period: Saturday, July 25th, 2026
Fee: $10 donation to the ONE Good Deed Fund
Application Opening: Applications will open June 1, 2026
Application Closing: Applications close June 30, 2026
Requirements: View the general guidelines and please note insurance and health licenses are required for food vendors
Twilight Block Party
Come cross paths with an eclectic collection of local artists, makers, and chefs representing Burlington's diverse community. Live music, games, and kids' activities make for festive fun while you stroll amongst vendors and neighbors.
Period: Every other Saturday 4PM - 8PM, June 7 - September 27
Fee: $65 per market for food vendors, $45 per market for artists/retailers
Applications: Applications for 2026 coming soon
Requirements: Insurance and health license for food vendors
If you have any questions or would like assistance completing or translating the application, please contact Market Manager Aida Washburn at awashburn@burlingtonvt.gov.
BTV Winter Market
Period: Saturday, November 29 at BCA Studios, Friday, December 12 at Contois Auditorium, Saturday, December 13 at Contois Auditorium
Fee: Vendor fee per session is $30
Application Opening: Applications open in September 2026
Application Closing:
Requirements: All market vendors shall provide the BTV Winter Market with a Certificate of Insurance that lists the City of Burlington as additionally insured and as the certificate holder for all Market dates
If you have any questions or would like assistance completing or translating the application, please contact Market Manager Aida Washburn at awashburn@burlingtonvt.gov.
Church Street Marketplace Cart Vendor Program
Have a small retail or food business you'd like to take to the next level? Apply to be a cart vendor on the Marketplace!
Be part of this decades-old tradition that has seen young entrepreneurs grow from "just an idea" to established brick and mortars (Skinny Pancake and Hong's Dumplings, to name a few!) through affordable access to Marketplace visitors and support from their dedicated team.
Period: May 1 - April 30
Fee: Ranges from $740 to $2,400 depending on the block and vendor type
Application Opening: Applications for 2026 coming soon.
Application Closing:
Requirements: Find the full terms and conditions here.
Have questions or interested in learning more? Reach out to Andrew Bacher at abacher@burlingtonvt.gov
Other Vending Opportunities
Summer
Burlington Farmers Market
Period: Saturdays 9AM - 2PM, May 10 - October 26
Fee: $28 application fee, annual fee determined by vendors, currently $1,063
Application Opening: Applications for 2026 are open, apply here!
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
Requirements: vendors must reside in Vermont year-round, must have valid VT tax ID, must have business insurance, and cannot already have a storefront. VT health license is required for prepared food. Owner must be present at 50% of the markets.
Winooski Farmers Market
Period: Sundays, 10AM - 2PM, May 17 - October 25
Fee: $30/day, with a minimum of 3 dates, $275 for a half season and $400 for a full season
Application Opening: Applications for 2026 are open, apply here!
Application Closing: March 7, 2026
Requirements: Business registration, health license, and insurance required
Contact farmersmarket@downtownwinooski.org
ONE Farmers Market
Period: Tuesdays 3PM - 6:30PM, June - October
Fee: $400 for the season, $230 for have a season or $30 for a day
Application Opening: Applications for 2026 are open, https://docs.google.com/forms/...
Application Closing: March 25, 2026
Requirements: Health license, and insurance required
Contact oldnorthendfarmersmarket@gmail.com
South End Get Down
Period: Fridays 4:30PM - 9PM, May 22 - September 4
Fee: $25 application fee and $150 - $165 a date
Application Opening: Applications open February 1, 2026
Application Closing:
Requirements: Health license and insurance (listing Orleans Events LLC as insured for the dates), no alcohol sales. Please review the vendor agreement before applying.
Contact Louie and Max Orleans at getdown@orleansevents.com
Beach Bites
Period: Wednesdays 5PM - 8PM, July 8 - August 5
Fee: 15% of sales
Application Opening: Application for 2026 coming soon
Application Closing:
Requirements: Health license and insurance
Contact KJ Dolye of Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront at kjanedoyle@burlingtonvt.gov
Winter
Burlington Winter Farmers Market
Date: Saturdays, November through April, 10AM-1PM
Fee: N/A
Application Opening: Application for 2025/2026 now closed
Application Closing:
Requirements: N/A
Foam Maker's Market
Date: December 3rd and 4th, 5-9pm
Fee: $25
Application Opening: Applications are closed
Application Closing:
Requirements: N/A
Generator Holiday Maker Market
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2025, 12PM-4PM
Fee: $40 for non-members
Application Opening: Applications are now closed.
Application Closing: September 22, 2025
Requirements: N/A
Hotel Vermont Holiday Market
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 11AM-3PM
Fee: N/A
Application Opening: Applications are now closed.
Application Closing: September 1, 2025
Requirements: Health license for food vendors and insurance