Thank you for your interest in applying to be a vendor at The Local!
Please read the following information to ensure your business and
products fit our market requirements.
PRODUCTS:
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All vendors are required to produce or handcraft all products they intend to sell.
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The following do not qualify as handmade: vinyl customization of manufactured goods, resale goods, stickers, and 3D printed items.​
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All vendors must have a tangible product for purchase at the market. Businesses solely selling services are not allowed.
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All vendors are required to have the proper licensing/certification to sell their goods within the State of Texas, Brazos County, and The City of Bryan including but not limited to:
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A Sales Tax Permit registered to Brazos County and The City of Bryan. More information about Sales Tax and applicable permits can be found in the Office of the Texas Comptroller
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Here is a Guide to Opening a Business in Bryan provided by the Brazos Valley Small Business Development Center
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Multilevel marketing businesses are prohibited from participating. This means representatives for businesses such as Scentsy, LuLaRoe, Mary Kay, Papparazzi Accessories, etc. are prohibited.
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Non-vendor tents are not allowed unless they have written permission from the Market Manager prior to the market. Any non-profit looking to do community outreach at Lake Walk should contact info@lakewalktx.com.
MARKET LOGISTICS:
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All vendors are required to have a 10' x 10' tent. Tents must be weighed down at each market with at least 35lbs. Stakes are prohibited on Lake Walk property, so an alternate way to weigh down your tent is necessary.
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Business signage is required to be displayed during the market.
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The Local is a Rain or Shine market. Learn more about this policy here.
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The Local is held throughout the year on the 3rd Tuesday monthly from 4:00 - 7:00 PM.
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Vendors must be set up and able to stay the entire duration of the event.
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VENDOR FEES:
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Vendor fees are established annually and vary based on the market you are registering to attend. For our current vendor fee rate, please email thelocal@lakewalktx.com for more information.