Question 1

What is Maker's Market CLT?

Accepted Answer

Maker's Market CLT produces curated indoor and outdoor retail events featuring a revolving group of artisans and vendors. We pride ourselves on showcasing Charlotte's talented makers, artisans, and creators. By emphasizing local small businesses who craft, create, and design an array of fashion, homewares, skincare, decor, and more, we provide a unique shopping experience each and every time you visit our markets.
To find out more about our upcoming events, please sign up for our mailing list, and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Question 2

Is it free to visit Maker's Market CLT?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Maker's Market CLT events are free, open to the public, and all ages are welcome (unless otherwise noted on event page).

Question 3

Are pets allowed?

Accepted Answer

Most of our venues are pet-friendly! If you are unsure about whether or not pets are welcomed at certain breweries we pop up at, please contact the brewery to confirm.

In some cases, our markets are hosted inside of restaurants, in which case pets may not be welcomed inside. Always check with the venue if you're unsure.

Question 4

What will I find at a Maker's Market?

Accepted Answer

At Maker's Market CLT events you’ll find: handmade jewelry, contemporary artisanal and upcycled fashion, small batch bath and body care, hand crafted ceramics, home furnishings, and locally made food, drinks, and spirits. Oftentimes you’ll also find live music, and various other activities and activations.

Question 5

What if it rains?

Accepted Answer

Our markets are rain or shine, so unless there's a hurricane, we'll be there!

Question 6

How do I become a vendor at a Maker's Market CLT event?

Accepted Answer

Apply to be a vendor on our website, www.makersmarketclt.com, and apply to specific events you're interested in vending at, then wait for our response to confirm your participation.

Stay in touch! Subscribe to our mailing list (be sure to select Vendor before hitting submit) to be alerted to new applications, new locations, and added dates, and to keep up with what's on our calendar.

Question 7

How do you select which vendors are accepted to each market?

Accepted Answer

Our approval process varies depending on the coordinator assigned to the market. However, a few things remain the same -

We select our vendors based on whether or not your products are handmade.

Vendor slots are typically first-come first-served per product-type, and we limit the number of vendors we accept for each product-type category. For example, if you're the third jewelry vendor to apply, you may be placed on our waitlist for that market.

We curate each market individually, aiming to have the best mix of vendors for each location. We select vendors based on quality, consistency, compatibility with the venue and its shopper demographics, and overall fit with our market.

We try our best to limit overlap and competition in an effort to create a well-rounded experience for our vendors and shoppers alike.

Question 8

How much does it cost to be a vendor at a Maker's Market CLT event?

Accepted Answer

Vendor fees vary by venue but start at $30 per day. Each application has pricing options disclosed.

Question 9

How do I know if I'm in?

Accepted Answer

You'll receive an email from one of our coordinators to let you know that you've been accepted into the market(s) you've applied for. Your spot is deemed yours only once payment has been made. We will never text you to ask for payment for our markets.

Be sure to add our coordinators' email addresses to your safe-sender list to keep us from going to your spam box:
lidia@makersmarketclt.com 
taryn@makersmarketclt.com 
heather@makersmarketclt.com 
mary@makersmarketclt.com 
carlea@makersmarketclt.com

Question 10

What if it rains?

Accepted Answer

Our markets are rain or shine, so unless there's a hurricane or something of that nature causing an official cancellation by us, we'll see you there!

Question 11

I'd like to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. What do I do?

Accepted Answer

Email us! We'd love to discuss your options.

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Vendor FAQs

What is Maker's Market CLT?

Is it free to visit Maker's Market CLT?

Are pets allowed?

What will I find at a Maker's Market?

What if it rains?

How do I become a vendor at a Maker's Market CLT event?

How do you select which vendors are accepted to each market?

How much does it cost to be a vendor at a Maker's Market CLT event?

How do I know if I'm in?

What if it rains?

I'd like to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. What do I do?

Get in touch.

Join Our Community of Local Makers

Vendor FAQs

What is Maker's Market CLT?

Is it free to visit Maker's Market CLT?

Are pets allowed?

What will I find at a Maker's Market?

What if it rains?

How do I become a vendor at a Maker's Market CLT event?

How do you select which vendors are accepted to each market?

How much does it cost to be a vendor at a Maker's Market CLT event?

How do I know if I'm in?

What if it rains?

I'd like to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. What do I do?

Get in touch.

Join Our Community
of Local Makers