Crossroads Night Market!

Where:
Multiple locations throughout the Crossroads Arts District, stretching East to West:

• 18th & Baltimore (next to The Bauer)
• 19th & Baltimore (behind Up-Down & Kon Tiki)
• Art Alley @ 18th & Locust (behind King G’s & Casual Animal)

Market Schedule (5 Weekends Total)
Weekend 1 – Weekend 5

Friday 12 June – Sunday 16 June
Friday 19 June – Sunday 21 June
Friday 26 June – Sunday 28 June
Friday 3 July – Sunday 5 July
Friday 10 July – Sunday 12 July

Friday: 5 PM – 11 PM
Saturday: 12 PM – 11 PM
Sunday: 12 PM – 11 PM

Load-In Times:

Friday: 3:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM

Please Note: Vendors must fully tear down each night.

 
Booth Fees (Weekend Rates)

All spaces are curated. Vendors may apply for one or multiple weekends.
If approved, your space will be reserved for all three days of your selected weekend.

10x10 Canopy Space
$300 per weekend + 7.6% processing fee

Alley Tabling Space (10x5 ft)
$150 per weekend + 7.6% processing fee

 
Vendor Eligibility
Applications are open to handcrafted artisans, fine artists, cottage food vendors and art-related services (henna, face/body painters, caricature artists, etc.).

We love supporting our local bakers and small-batch makers! 🧁
Cottage food vendors (home-produced, shelf-stable goods) are welcome at select events. Just be sure your items are properly labeled and meet Missouri Cottage Food Law guidelines.

To support the regional creative economy, all applicants must live within 100 miles of Kansas City.

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Booth Details

All spaces (canopy + alley) are curated and selected based on:

• Professionalism
• Experience
• Booth presentation
• Product or service quality
• Variety within the overall market

10x10 Canopy Spaces
Vendors must provide their own:

10x10 canopy
20–30 lb weights per leg (required)
Tables, chairs, tablecloths
Displays
Battery-operated lighting
 
Alley Tabling Spaces (10 ft x 5 ft)
Open to all handcrafted vendors (including newer vendors)
No full canopy setups allowed (unless temporarily needed for rain)

Table Vendors must bring:

6ft or 8ft Table
Chairs
Tablecloth
Displays
Battery-operated lighting

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Application Timeline

Applications close: May 27
Vendor selections begin: May 14

We strongly encourage early applications, as spaces are limited and curated on a rolling basis.

Important Booking Notes

• Vendors may sign up for one weekend or multiple weekends
• Approved vendors will be assigned a consistent space for their full weekend (Fri–Sun)
• No refunds will be issued for missed individual days
• No penalties for missing a day, but your space remains reserved

If you need to cancel your entire weekend, you must do so at least 7 days prior to receive a full refund.

Due to operational costs, marketing, and large-scale event production:
No refunds or credits will be issued for weather cancellations or other unforeseen circumstances.

 
Vendor Flexibility Option
We understand summer schedules can be busy!

If you’re unable to attend one of your scheduled days, you are welcome to internally offer your space to another artist or maker, as long as they meet our vendor requirements.

No need to notify our team
Please ensure they receive all load-in instructions
 
Logistics & Parking

• Vendors must load in during designated time windows.
  Exceptions can be made for Art On Walnut Vendors for Sunday event days and MUST be requested and approved (after application approval message us via Eventeny to request a later set-up time) 
• Streets will close prior to market hours; no vehicle access after closures
• Vendors must use public parking

Some limited vendor parking may be provided (details shared closer to event).

We strongly recommend bringing:

• A cart or wagon
• Extra helpers for load-in/load-out
   

Vendor Communication
All approved vendors will receive a Vendor Instructions Email prior to their scheduled weekend, including:

• Booth location & map
• Load-in details
• Event reminders
• Weather updates
   

Live Art Encouraged 🎨
Shoppers love engaging with artists creating work in real time!
We highly encourage live painting, sculpting, and interactive creative processes at your booth.

 
Important Notice
Art Garden KC vendor applications are hosted ONLY through Eventeny.com.

Please be aware of scams or impersonators claiming to sell vendor spots.
For questions, please message us directly through Eventeny.

Terms & Conditions (Key Highlights)

• Payment is processed upon approval to secure your space
• Event operates light rain or shine
• Vendors must remain set up during all official market hours each day
• No manufactured or resell items
• No alcohol sales
• Vendors are responsible for their own setup, equipment, and liability

By applying, you agree to all Art Garden KC event guidelines and policies.

 
Thank You ✨
Thank you for being part of this once-in-a-generation moment in Kansas City.
We can’t wait to showcase your work as we welcome the world to the Crossroads!

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