Food & Bev - The Alley Market - Alley of the Arts

Dates listed above are not reflective of market dates

We're looking for food & beverage pop-ups in Winston-Salem and the surrounding areas to host in the NEW Alley of The Arts Makers Market every Saturday. Think of it like a backyard for the Arts District. 

We only feature ONE food/bev business per market

This one application is all you need to unlock access to our weekly makers markets! You'll have the ability to opt into participating whenever you want!

Once approved, businesses will have full autonomy to choose when they participate in the market via our online booking system right on our website. It's all up to you!

IDEAL VENDORS

• Passion for the foods and beverages they create
• Adhear to food safety standards
• Will promote their popup to attract more foot traffic/sales
• Pride themselves in originality and ingenuity
• Established market set-ups
• Strong social media presence
• Self motivated and responsible for booking, setting up, and breaking down.

OUR MISSION

The Alley of The Arts is a collaborative outdoor space by artists for artists. The Alley will work to further drive and cultivate culture rooted in creativity, self-expression, and progress in Winston-Salem's Arts District by giving our artists a home. It's a space for joy, learning, creativity, and connection.

LOCATION

The Alley of the Arts is located in the courtyard between 6th & Vine and Delurk Gallery. The Alley can be entered through that alleyway or through Major Tomms & DOSE Artist Collective.

MARKET HOURS, SPACE SIZES, & PRICES

Market hours are 12-4 every Saturday. Vendors will have an hour before and after to set up and break down. The space is roughly 8x12 and $45 to reserve. Electricity is provided on site. Refunds will only be given if market is cancelled due to weather.

VENDOR APPROVAL

All approved vendors are held to the same standard as agreed upon by our founders. A denied application does not reflect the value or quality of your work. Once approved, you'll receive a vendor packet and password to self-book.

INDEPENDENT OPERATIONS

This space is owned and operated by three small business owners. We'll be unable to leave our shops during market hours. Makers will be expected to be completely prepared to operate, set up, and break down on their own. Vendor must bring their own tables & set up.

SELF BOOKING & ADVANCED BOOKING

Once accepted, vendors will have the ability to book their Saturday on the website. There is limited space available. You may book up to 2 months in advance.

WE DO NOT ALLOW

• AI Generated art or branding
• MLM consultants or affiliated businesses