About this Event
Milwaukee Marketplace & Vendor Fair
Meet the Makers • Discover the Market
📍 Venue: Baird Center
400 W Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53203
📅 Dates: Friday, November 13 – Sunday, November 15, 2026
⏰ Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM daily
Overview
Milwaukee Marketplace & Vendor Fair is a proposed community marketplace bringing together independent retailers, local artisans, specialty-product businesses, and creative entrepreneurs. The event is designed to provide a welcoming shopping experience where visitors can discover distinctive products, explore new brands, and support independent businesses.
Shoppers can browse handmade jewelry, fashion accessories, artwork, home décor, specialty gifts, and other unique merchandise while connecting with businesses offering a variety of products.
The proposed marketplace aims to encourage local entrepreneurship, create opportunities for vendor participation, and offer shoppers an engaging destination for discovering new products and independent brands.
Event Highlights
Local Vendors & Artisans: Explore handmade crafts, jewelry, artwork, accessories, and distinctive products from independent creators.
Shopping & Specialty Products: Discover fashion, home décor, gifts, and a variety of merchandise from participating vendors.
Small Business Showcase: Connect with independent retailers, emerging brands, and entrepreneurs presenting their products and services.
Food & Refreshments: Potential offerings from eligible food and beverage vendors, subject to venue approval and applicable permits.
Community Connections: Enjoy a proposed marketplace experience that brings shoppers and businesses together in a welcoming environment.
Vendor Opportunities
Applications are intended for artisans, makers, independent retailers, specialty-product businesses, and eligible food vendors interested in showcasing their products to the Milwaukee community.
The event offers vendors an opportunity to display their merchandise, introduce their brands to potential customers, and build connections with fellow entrepreneurs.
Interested vendors should review the application requirements, booth arrangements, participation fees in the vendor application form..
Organizer & Contact Information
Organizer: Sarah Lynn
Email: [email protected]
For vendor applications and general inquiries, please contact the organizer using the email address above. Confirm booth availability, participation fees, payment terms, venue authorization, and event arrangements before making any commitments.
We look forward to bringing vendors and shoppers together for a marketplace experience focused on product discovery, small business support, and community connections in Milwaukee!
Event venue & nearby stays
Baird Center, 400 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, United States
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