Chicago Vendor Events This Weekend (2025 Guide)

If you’re searching for Chicago vendor events this weekend, you’re not alone — and you’re not late.

From Fulton Market to South Shore, dozens of pop-ups, food fairs, and creative showcases are happening right now across the city — and some still have open booth slots.

We put together a quick guide to what’s happening July 11–14, 2025 — and how to get in, even last minute.

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🔥 What Vendor Events Are Happening in Chicago This Weekend?

• Southside Pop-Up at Recess Studios
  Saturday, July 13 – Bronzeville
  Featuring Black-owned wellness, streetwear, food, and plant vendors. Music + mocktails all day.
• 420-Friendly Sip & Shop at Replay Arcade Bar
  Friday, July 12 – Lakeview
  Cannabis-friendly, fashion-forward, and heavy foot traffic from bar guests.
• Women in Business Vendor Mixer – Hyde Park Edition
  Sunday, July 14 – Hyde Park
  Femme-owned small brands, creatives, authors, and nonprofit vendors welcome.
• Streetwear & Sneakers Mini Market
  Saturday, July 13 – Wicker Park
  Sneaker brands, vintage curators, and upcycled streetwear creators.

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🛍️ Can You Still Apply for Vendor Events This Weekend?

Yes — but you need to move fast.

Some of Chicago’s vendor events this weekend have rolling apps or cancellations. At CLVR Labs™, we keep vendor tables open until Thursday night (or until they sell out).

Here’s where to start:

• Apply to vend via our vendor form
• Choose your preferred event (Fri/Sat/Sun options)
• Submit payment & product info
• Get same-day confirmation and booth map

🎯 Pro tip: Apply even if you’re late. Brands get cold feet. Booths reopen every week.

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🎤 Vendor Events with Real Foot Traffic

If you’re tired of showing up to a vendor market with 6 shoppers and a speaker on the floor, we feel you.

CLVR Labs runs vendor events in Chicago designed for:

• Visibility – prime time, high-traffic bar and retail locations
• Vibe – not just markets, but curated cultural events
• Variety – food, fashion, art, beauty, cannabis, tech, books, and more

💡 Events this weekend include indoor setups, table + chair options, and music sets — plus real sales data, not just vibes.

Related read: Chicago Vendor Events That Don’t Suck

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🧠 What Makes a Good Vendor Event in Chicago?

Here’s what to look for:

• 🔁 Do they promote beyond Instagram?
• 🛒 Is there real foot traffic — not just vendor overlap?
• 📸 Are vendors getting tagged, shared, and followed?
• 💬 Do you get vendor feedback, sales reports, or data?

If not, it’s not an event. It’s a flea market with hashtags.

Explore: Vendor Events vs. Pop-Ups — What’s the Difference?

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💬 Related Questions Chicago Vendors Are Asking

Q: How do I get vendors to come to an event?
A: Make it about more than the table — give them foot traffic, branding, and culture.

Q: How do I ask to be a vendor at an event?
A: Send a direct inquiry with your product, photos, and availability. Or apply via CLVR Labs.

Q: How much does it cost to vend in Chicago?
A: Most tables range from $50–$150. CLVR Labs offers sliding scale tables and discounts for creatives and community orgs.

Q: Are there any free vendor events in Chicago?
A: Yes — but they fill fast. CLVR offers comped tables via our Sponsor-a-Creative program.

Check out: Free Chicago Vendor Events: Where to Find Them

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🧭 Final Call for This Weekend’s Vendor Tables

If you’re trying to show up and show out in Chicago vendor events this weekend, this is your window.

Whether you’re launching a brand, testing a product, or looking for new customers — don’t wait until August. Our best weekends are this month.

👉 View Our Events | Apply to Vend | Sponsor CLVR