2025 YOuth Market Application
The 2025 Youth Market takes place on August 6!
The Fort Thomas Youth Market is a unique opportunity for students in 3rd–12th grade to bring their creative business ideas to life! We’re looking for students who are serious about their business ideas to join our regular vendors at the Fort Thomas Farmers Market for a one-day sales experience.
A few details before you apply
The Youth Market will take place on August 6, from 3-7pm, during the Fort Thomas Farmers Market at the Fort Thomas Mess Hall.
This opportunity is open to students going into grades 3-12. Each application will be reviewed by the market team, and applicants will be notified of their acceptance or waitlist status within 7 business days.
Food products are allowed with proper permits; all of our young entrepreneurs are expected to abide by KY Food Processing laws.
The jewelry category is currently filled.
Youth vendors under the age of 15 must have a responsible adult with with them in their booth at all times.
All vendors are responsible for their own set up. A tent is not required, but if you choose to use one, you must have a minimum of 80lbs of weights for it. All vendors are expected to stay for the duration of the market, even if they sell out of products.
Vendor fee is $5 per youth business, which will be collected on the day of the market.