Downtown Rochester Makers' Market Vendor Registration
ROCHESTER, Mich. – February 19, 2025 – Registration is open for the third annual Downtown Rochester Makers’ Market! The market is scheduled for Saturday, June 21, from 10 am – 6 pm and is located on W. Fourth Street in downtown Rochester. The market will consist of unique artisan vendors, crafters, vintage collectors and, makers selling their handcrafted goods, wares, and other specialty items during the event. The Makers’ Market is presented by Genisys Credit Union.
“As the Rochester DDA it is our mission to support small businesses, we see our Makers’ Market event as a steppingstone for maker businesses just starting off” said Taylor Knuth, Rochester Downtown Development Authority Marketing Coordinator. “There are so many small and emerging businesses, so we’re looking forward to hosting a space that can support our local artisans and crafters from our area to bring them more exposure and awareness in the community.”
Artisan vendors, makers, and handmade crafters are welcome to purchase a booth space at the market. Vendor spaces are $150 for a 10x10 space and $250 for a 10x20 space, or $200 for Food Trucks. Registration forms can be found online on Downtownrochestermi.com. The deadline to register is Friday, April 18, and vendors will know if they have been selected by April 23.
Vendors will be responsible for additional needs such as tents, tables, chairs, petty cash, etc. While submitting vendor applications, it will be required to provide three images of vendor artwork and one image of the vendor’s booth display. The Makers’ Market is a juried show, acceptance is based on the quality of design, workmanship, originality, and booth display as depicted in vendor’s photo submissions.
Other upcoming downtown Rochester events include the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market, every Saturday starting May 3 through October 25 and Deck Art takes place on May 15 & 16. To stay in the know of all downtown Rochester happenings, text “JOIN” to 866-603-4005 or visit downtownrochestermi.com.
DDA
Jenna O'Dell Events Coordinator
Downtown Rochester Makers’ Market – Vendor Registration