Vendor Information
Apply to Vend at the 3rd Annual
San Diego Made Spring Market in La Mesa Village
Saturday, May 2, 2026 - 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
We are SO excited to host the San Diego Made Spring Market in La Mesa!
The event will be held outdoors along La Mesa Blvd. in La Mesa Village as we shut down the street for an all-day celebration of handmade shopping! This event will feature 125+ makers, photo opportunities, food trucks, and more, and best of all, it will be FREE to the public!
We welcome all vintage, curated small-batch, and handmade vendors to apply!
PLEASE NOTE: This application is for vendors selling physical products only, including craft and artisanal goods as well as pre-packaged food items (such as spices, honey, cookies, and packaged treats).
This application is not for food trucks, hot food or catering vendors, musicians, workshops, sponsors, balloon artists, face painters, florists, coffee vendors, or other service-based or experience-driven businesses. These participants should instead submit an activation interest form here!
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Who We Are and What We Value
San Diego Made, a woman-owned and operated small business, has been hosting markets in the greater San Diego area since 2014. Our unwavering mission is to nurture opportunities for local artists and makers, fostering their business growth through memorable events that inspire guests to support the local economy. We wholeheartedly believe in you and your craft, and we're committed to providing our vendors with a positive market experience! Thank you for considering San Diego Made as part of your small business journey—we hope to have you at our upcoming event!
Vendor Fees + Info
The application fee is $15 that covers the administrative costs of processing applications. Please note that we will not be able to accept all vendors who apply, and this fee is non-refundable.
Vendors who apply via the waitlist application after the application is closed will not be charged an application fee, but it will be included in your invoice to participate if you are selected.
Should you be selected to participate, the booth fee and space options are as follows:
Outside 10’x10′ shared Booth (canopy): $175 per vendor*
Outside 10’x10′ Booth (canopy): $275
Canopies are not provided, and we prefer that vendors use white canopies to keep the event aesthetically consistent.
We highly recommend a shared booth if you sell lower priced items or if a 10x10 booth discourages you. If you sign up for a shared booth you will have a 10’x5’ space for your business. If you are applying for a shared booth with a specific vendor, please indicate that on your application, otherwise, we will assign you a booth partner if your application is approved.
In addition to the general permits outlined in the section below, all vendors must pay $20 in addition to their vendor fee for a one-day City of La Mesa Business License. If your business is a registered non-profit, the fee is $5.
This fee will be added to your vendor fee invoice and we will apply for the license on your behalf. If your business already has a current La Mesa business license, this fee will be waived (you will need to provide a copy of your business license to us via email to markets@sandiegomade.org)
If the instance that your brick-and-mortar business storefront is located in the area blocked off by the event, you may set up in front of your storefront at no cost. You will be able to indicate this on your application.
La Mesa Village businesses inside or outside of the event area, or that want an official 10x10 space at the event in the general vendor area should apply like normal applicants.
Giveaway Items
To help make our event fun and interactive, we ask participating artists to contribute 10–15 items for our scavenger hunt and grab bags. The total wholesale value of the items should be at least $60.
The scavenger hunt is designed to get attendees moving throughout the event, shopping, and discovering new artists they might not have found otherwise. Including your work is a great way to introduce your brand to new customers and get people excited about what you make, so we encourage you to donate items you currently create and sell.
If your product line mainly includes larger or higher-priced items, you’re welcome to make something smaller just for this purpose. You may also opt out of donating items by paying a $40 fee, which we’ll use to purchase items on your behalf.
If contributing items would be a hardship, please reach out—we’re always happy to work with you and find an option that feels accessible.
Any items that aren’t used at the event may be saved for future scavenger hunts, grab bags, or giveaways. Please note that coupons or discount codes cannot be accepted as contributions.
Thank you for being part of our community and helping us create an event that supports artists and encourages guests to shop small and discover new favorites 💛
Terms & Conditions
Rain or Shine
The Event may be held regardless of the weather. In the event of cancellation due to weather conditions, including but not limited to rain or other adverse weather, no booth fees will be refunded. However, all booth fees paid shall roll over to the rescheduled event date, if applicable, or shall be credited towards participation in a future event hosted by San Diego Made within 12 months.
Cancellation Policy
If cancellation occurs more than 30 days prior to the event, the Vendor shall be entitled to receive a refund equal to 50% of the booth payment. If Vendor cancellation occurs within 30 days of the event, no refund shall be issued.
Late Payment
If accepted into the market, vendors will be notified and invoiced via Square. Each vendor will be notified of the payment due dates (listed below) and will be included in the acceptance notification. If payment is not made by the due date, a late payment fee of $35 will be added to the invoice.
Permits
In addition to the one-day City of La Mesa Business License mentioned above, all vendors must obtain a seller’s permit from CA State Board of Equalization and collect sales tax for all sales. All food vendors are expected to obtain a TFF permit - (temporary food facility), or MMF (mobile food facility), if applicable.
By applying for this event, you are agreeing to our full vendor terms & conditions.
Click here to read our full vendor terms & conditions.
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Marketing + Promotion
Our vendor fees cover the cost of our venue, event features, permits, and marketing, so just like you, we rely on attendance to make a profit! Our marketing budget includes a professional Public Relations campaign, an extensive social media ad campaign, flyers and posters, banners, and a google ad campaign. In addition to our efforts, we ask our vendors to take part in promoting the event as well! The more we come together to spread the word, the more successful we all will be. Our team will provide you with graphics, videos, flyers, posters, and promotional tips, and we will also do our best to feature as many vendors as possible on our Instagram account!
In terms of expected attendance, we can never guarantee numbers, but our last, one-day free outdoor Market had roughly 4,000 in attendance.
Vendor Criteria
All vendors must have quality vintage, curated small batch, artisanal, tasty, and/or handmade products, clear and professional-looking product images, and a professional-looking booth setup. Here is a great article with vendor booth ideas! While we want to ensure that this market is inclusive, we also need to ensure that our shoppers have a high-quality handmade, artisanal, and vintage shopping experience and that your investment in this event will result in sales.
We do not accept resellers or MLM (doTERRA, Young Living, Paparazzi, etc.) We do accept vendors from outside of San Diego and love our our out of town vendors!
If you are unsure if you should apply, email us your info at markets@sandiegomade.org and we’ll be in touch!
Application Timeline
Applications Open: January 30, 2026
Early Review & Notification: All applicants who submit by February 13, 2026 will be notified of their application status no later than February 16, 2026.
Invoice Due Date (Early Acceptances): Vendors accepted on February 16, 2026 will receive an invoice, which must be paid no later than February 27, 2026 to secure their space.
Ongoing Review (As Space Allows): Applications will remain open until all vendor categories are full. Applicants who apply after February 16, 2026 will be reviewed on a rolling basis and notified of their status within 7–10 business days of applying.
Invoice Due Date (Rolling Acceptances): Vendors accepted after February 16, 2026 will receive an invoice that must be paid within one (1) week of acceptance to secure their space.
Waitlist: Once all categories are full, the application will close, and a waitlist will open. If you are placed on the waitlist, you will only be contacted if a space becomes available and you are accepted.
Application Status Inquiries:
Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual status updates. If you have not heard from us within the timeline outlined above, your application is still under review.
As a reminder, catering food vendors, food trucks, balloon artists, face painters, sponsors, musicians, coffee, florists, etc. can submit our activation interest form here! Please note: packaged, farmer’s market vendors should apply here as a general vendor using this application, not the activation interest form.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at markets@sandiegomade.org.
