OUTDOOR MARKET VENDOR APPLICATION
The goal of the Outdoor Market at Findlay Market is to connect farmers and producers with customers in a dynamic, diverse public marketplace; providing locals and visitors with the highest quality products the region has to offer.
The Outdoor Market operates year round, rain or shine. While setting up every weekend isn’t required, consistency is strongly recommended from June - October. All vendors are responsible for setting & maintaining their own schedule.
If you are interested in being an Outdoor Market vendor at Findlay Market, please read the following carefully before proceeding with your application. Due to the volume of phone calls & emails, we may not respond to each inquiry regarding information found here.
Application
The 2026 Outdoor Market Application is now open! Please ready the Outdoor Market Rules & Regulations prior to applying. All applicants will need to create an account in Manage My Market in order to submit an application.
Outdoor Market Rules
Read the 2026 Rules & Regulations carefully to learn more about selection criteria, attendance rules, & vendor expectations.
Application Review Process
Applications will be reviewed after the application fee is paid. Please allow 4 weeks for a response. Due to the amount of inquiries we receive, we are not able to respond to all emails or messages about vendor applications.
The goal of the Outdoor Market is to cultivate a dynamic and diverse public marketplace that connects farmers and producers with customers, offering the highest quality locally sourced products. In alignment with this objective, priority will be given to agricultural vendors, prepared food vendors, cottage food vendors, and then artisan vendors, in that order.
Each application is carefully reviewed using the following criteria:
Local - Preference is given to items produced and/or made locally (within 150 miles of Cincinnati).
Majority of sourced materials must be local, and documentation must be provided upon request.
Quality, Appearance, and Brand Standards - Products, packaging, displays, and stall setups must meet the Outdoor Market Program Manager standards for quality, durability, cleanliness, and professionalism. Vendors must be able to clearly identify materials and sourcing and may be subject to review for compliance.
Originality - Your product is unique and 100% yours. It is grown, created, designed, and/or handmade by you. This originality extends to your branding and packaging as well.
Over Saturation
To prevent over saturation, vendor participation in specific product categories, including but not limited to holistic body care, candles, soap, jewelry, and artisan-based products, may be subject to limits. Approval of these items is limited and highly competitive. The number of vendors permitted within each category will be determined at the sole discretion of the Outdoor Market Program Manager, based on factors such as demand, product diversity, and available space.
All vendors are subject to possible sample requests upon approval, as the Market's mission is driven by diversity and uniqueness.
Findlay Market does not accept:
The reselling of vintage items
Vendors who sell any products not entirely produced, crafted, or made by the vendor, including items obtained from wholesale suppliers or other outside sources.
Franchises
Due to space and electricity limitations, food trucks and trailers are not permitted in the Outdoor Market.
Alcohol vendors
Vendor Requirements
Insurance Coverage
A minimum of seven days before the Vendor’s first selling day at the Outdoor Market, all approved vendors must provide proof of insurance to the Outdoor Market Program Manager by email, mail, or as an upload to Manage My Market:
Certificate of Liability Insurance (“COI”). All Vendors must be insured with at least $1 million in general liability.
Please do not submit your entire policy document and please do not submit a COI that has been filled out by hand.
Vendors who sell food (including fruits and vegetables) or body care products must carry at least $1 million in product liability insurance, in addition to general liability insurance.
For both insurance types, “The Corporation for Findlay Market” must be named as a Certificate Holder on a Certificate of Insurance (COI) and stated as an “Additional Insured” in the description box of the COI.
Vendors with an expired COI will not receive a stall assignment until a current one is provided to the Outdoor Market Program Manager.
Licensing
See below for the licensing required for your business.
Mobile Food License (Food Vendors, Farmers selling meat and eggs)
Commissary Kitchen license/registration (if the product falls outside of Cottage Food Laws)
ServSafe Level 2 Certification (Prepared Food Vendors)
Equipment
Vendors must provide the following:
Tents for a 10’ x 10’ stall (North Elder St. and Essen Strasse only)
Tent weights (North Elder St. and Essen Strasse only)
Table(s)
Chair(s)
Signage prominently displaying your business name
Please note: Vendors setting up on N. Elder St. will not have access to electricity. Portable electricity is allowed and must be provided by each vendor. We do not allow gas generators.
Outdoor Market Locations & Cost
Farm Shed ($30/day) - covered structure located in the North Parking Lot; 20 amp electricity & parking space included. Each stall is approximately 9’ x 8’; no tent required. Primary location for Farmers/Agricultural Producers and select Exempt Cottage Food Producers.
North Elder St ($35/day) - located north of the Market House, stretching from Race St to Elm St (east to west). Each stall is 10’ x 10’; tents required. No electricity access. Primary location for Artisans & Exempt Cottage Food Producers who don’t require electricity.
Essen Strasse/South Elder St ($40/day) - located south of the Market House, stretching from Race St. to Elm St. (east to west) and north of Pleasant St. Each stall is 10’ x 10’; tents required; 20 amp electricity included. Primary location for onsite food preparation.