2025 HOLIDAY FAIR APPLICATION

Application for Findings Market 2025 Holiday Fair
Event Date: Saturday, November 29th | 10AM – 5PM
Location: S. Oak St., Downtown Ventura
Application Deadline: Sunday, August 10th

EXTENDED DEADLINE- AUGUST 15th

Acceptance Notifications By: September 5th

We’re excited you’re interested in joining us for the 2025 Findings Market Holiday Fair! Please read the following information carefully before submitting your application.

Key Details
Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted by Sunday, August 10th. Late submissions will automatically be added to the waitlist.
Rolling Acceptance: Applications are reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis from July through September. While this is not a first-come, first-served process, applying earlier may increase your chances of acceptance. We thoughtfully curate a diverse and balanced mix of vendors, so some categories may fill up more quickly than others.
Acceptance Emails: If selected, you’ll receive an acceptance email between July and September, along with a follow-up application and payment link to confirm your participation.
Waitlist: If you have not received an acceptance email by September 5th, your application will be placed on our waitlist. Due to the high volume of submissions, we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
Late Applications: Applications received after the August 10th deadline will be automatically placed on the waitlist and considered if space becomes available.

Jurying Criteria
Findings Market is a curated event featuring a vibrant community of independent designers, makers, vintage curators, and artists. Each application is reviewed carefully based on the following:

• Design & Creativity
• Skill & Craftsmanship
• Technique & Originality
• Price Point & Product Quality

To maintain a well-rounded vendor mix, we limit the number of participants in each category. As a result, some product types may close for new applicants earlier in the process.

Acceptance & Payment
Acceptance is not guaranteed by submitting this application.

If selected:

• You’ll receive an email with acceptance details and a link to confirm your spot.
• Booth payment is due within 48 hours of receiving your acceptance notification.
• If payment is not submitted in time, your spot will be offered to the next applicant on the waitlist.
• To ensure you receive all communications, please add findingsmarket@gmail.com and events@findingsmarket.com to your email contacts.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Findings Market Holiday Fair. We’re so grateful for your creativity and enthusiasm, and we look forward to reviewing your application!

Pilot Program: Wholesale at Findings Fair

We’re excited to share that Findings Fair is exploring the addition of a wholesale component, with the goal of officially launching the program in 2026. As a first step, we’ll be piloting this initiative at our 2025 Holiday Fair and are currently gauging interest from participating vendors.

Our vision is to create new opportunities for our community of talented makers, designers, and artists to connect directly with small shops and boutiques—starting here in California, and hopefully expanding across the country. By facilitating wholesale relationships, we hope to help intentional, well-crafted goods reach more customers through thoughtful retail partners.

This concept is led by Whitney, founder of Findings Market, who brings a unique background in both the retail and wholesale world. Before launching Findings, Whitney spent her early career working with MAGIC Las Vegas—one of the top U.S. tradeshows—and later played a key role in revitalizing the LA Textile Show. As both a store owner and event organizer, she brings a deep understanding of how to bridge the gap between independent brands and boutique retailers—and how to help shops source special, one-of-a-kind goods that keep their shelves as unique as their communities.

We’re excited to begin shaping this new offering—and we’d love to hear your thoughts and gauge your interest in being part of the pilot. Please let us know below.

If your application is accepted, you will receive a link to select and purchase your booth space. No payment will be required until you are officially accepted.

Booth locations will be assigned based on our curated layout for the event, which spans across S. Oak St. and Ventura Coast Brewing Co. (VCBC).

Please note the following -

Food & Pantry Products: Only ‘ready-to-eat’ food vendors and pantry product vendors will be placed in the food court area. Pantry product vendors may choose to reserve a booth outside of the food court if preferred.
Booth Space Details: All booth spaces are raw spaces—this means no fixtures, tents, electrical access, or Wi-Fi will be provided. You are responsible for providing your own booth setup, including tents and other display equipment.

Thank you for your interest in participating in the Findings Market 2025 Holiday Fair! We are excited to review your application and are thrilled at the possibility of having you join us. Acceptance notifications will be sent by September 5th. If you do not receive an acceptance email by this date, your application will be placed on our rolling waitlist.

We truly value the passion and creativity that makers like you bring to our market and appreciate your support.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at findingsmarket@gmail.com and events@findingsmarket.com.

Please note, we will not be responding to individual application submissions. Acceptance notifications and further details will be sent in a separate email.

Fine Print:
Rain or Shine:
This is an outdoor event, and it will take place rain or shine. Please plan accordingly for weather conditions.
No Refunds or Credits:
Once accepted and your booth is reserved, no refunds or credits will be issued if you withdraw from the event or are unable to attend after confirming your participation. Please be sure of your availability before submitting your application.