2026 Rochester Artists Open Market at Innovation Square!

2025 Rochester Artists Open Market at Innovation Square!

• Single market event fee: $65 per event 10x10 space
  Limited time only!
• 6-for-4 package: Is Back until May 8th! Saves $130 over 6 events! Ends May 8th!
• Core Vendor Package: Saves $560 over the entire 24-event season, plus more benefits for Core Vendors! 
  
  Benefits of Being a Core Market Vendor
• Stronger customer recognition – Shoppers remember and return to vendors they see consistently.
• Increased brand visibility – Your products and style become part of the market’s identity.
• Higher seasonal earnings – More presence = more opportunities to sell.
• Customer loyalty and referrals – Regular attendance encourages repeat business and word-of-mouth.
• Priority booth placement – Consistent vendors are more likely to receive preferred locations.
• Deeper community connections – Build relationships with customers, vendors, and organizers.
• Reliable business growth – Week-to-week feedback helps refine products and boost sales.
• Exclusive savings – Core vendors often benefit from discounted or bundled pricing options.
• Better cross-promotion – Vendors with consistent presence are more likely to be featured in market marketing efforts.
  
  

  Become a Vendor at the ROC Artists Open Market – 2026 Season!
  A growing destination for creativity, community, and commerce

  We’re excited to invite artists, makers, small business entrepreneurs, vintage curators, performers, food vendors, and creative brands to join us for another vibrant season of the ROC Artists Open Market in 2026!

  Each year our market continues to grow—drawing diverse crowds looking to shop local, discover emerging talent, enjoy entertainment, and experience something unique in the heart of our community. This season will be our biggest yet, and we’re looking for an exceptional variety of vendors to help make it unforgettable.

  Why Join the ROC Artists Open Market?
  Our market is a purposely gathered collection of local and regional talent. We showcase a wide range of creative businesses, including:

  Ceramics & pottery
  Jewelry & accessories
  Fine art & photographic arts
  Vintage and upcycled goods
  Fashion, textiles & wearable art
  Woodwork & metalwork
  Home décor & furnishings
  Handcrafted soaps, scents & wellness goods
  And so much more
  Plus—live performances, food vendors, dance, family activities, and community energy that brings shoppers back week after week.

  We're not just a market—we’re a curated creative experience designed to support independent makers, small businesses, and give visitors something exciting to explore.

You will be charged if when your application is accepted for your selected vending dates. 

NO REFUNDS: There are no refunds for the vending as vendor fees are used for promotional materials, rent, and event costs in advance. As soon as a vendor is accepted, WORK BEGINS on our part, organizing and preparing, creating social media, and more. NO REFUNDS, vendors can reschedule dates.
WEATHER: 
This is an outdoor event and subject to weather conditions, it is your responsibility to be prepared. This is a rain-or-shine event. In some cases if rain and wind conditions are forecast to be extreme, the event may be canceled in advance.

As always, be prepared for anything, sun, rain, and wind can always be a factor outdoors.

Weights for your canopy, ALWAYS.
A Quality canopy is recommended. 

If you are not using a canopy, make sure you have planned out how to set up your display not to get wet, be blown away, and to be sheltered from the sun if they are a factor.

SPOT REQUESTS: 
Vendor spot requests are first-come, first-served. If you do not have a spot preference, one will be assigned to you. Please note, that vendor spot preferences will be highly considered but can't be guaranteed. SETUP AND BREAKDOWN: Setup time is between 8AM - 10AM. All vendors must be setup and ready to vend by market open (10 AM). Any vendors that arrive after market open, will have their spot forfeited and will NOT be allowed to set up. If for whatever reason, you cannot make your participating date, it is your responsibility to contact us prior to market open to let us know. Breakdown can begin anytime after market close (4PM). Breaking down early requires permission from event staff. Vendors who leave early without permission may not be invited back for future markets. 
FOOD VENDORS:
Food Vendors that do not operate out of a food truck, must make sure they have obtained a Temporary Food Permit from the Monroe County Health Department and follow all necessary guidelines (food permit and guidelines attached below). ONLY food truck vendors are allowed to operate an open flame at the market. If you are a food vendor that does not operate within a food truck, you cannot use any open flames to cook at your booth due to Rochester Fire Department event safety regulations. 
 MARKET VALUES: 
An all-inclusive community for all to come together in this festive celebration of the arts. Hate is never tolerated. 


I hereby declare that I have read and accept all conditions of The Artist Open Market. I understand that there are no refunds for the vending fee. I consent to all photos/ videos taken at the event to be released publicly. Community Advertising Group LLC, and affiliated businesses are not responsible for any liability, lost or stolen merchandise or injury during the event.