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Introducing San Diego Maker Marketplace at the 2025 San Diego County Fair 

 

Are you a San Diego County artisan or maker with handmade products and a desire to showcase your craft to a massive audience? We are thrilled to announce the San Diego Maker Marketplace, a brand-new opportunity for local artisans to sell their creations at the 2025 San Diego County Fair— without the need to staff a booth every day! 

 

This consignment-style marketplace is perfect for creators who want to sell their wares but can’t commit to staffing a booth for the Fair’s full 20-day season. We will handle the sales and logistics, so you can focus on what you do best: —making incredible handmade goods. 

 

If However, if you enjoy interacting with the public, considering volunteering at the San Diego Maker Marketplace with a live art demonstration, hands on workshop, or by just working the store. Your participation helps create a more engaging marketplace —, and your volunteer hours will help reduce your space rental fees (more information below). 

 

Why join the San Diego Maker Marketplace? 

 

  • Handmade Only: This curated space celebrates true craftsmanship — every item must be made by you!  
  • Massive Exposure: Introduce your handmade products to thousands of fairgoers each day.  
  • Effortless Participation: We manage the sales, giving you time to focus on creating.  
  • Flexible Opportunity: Perfect for artisans who can’t commit to a traditional festival vendor schedule. 

 

If you have ever wanted to share your handmade work with the community in a fun, exciting way, this is your chance! Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this innovative marketplace celebrating San Diego’s finest craftsmanship.  

 

Cost to Participate: $600 fee + 10% of gross sales 

  • $100 deposit due at time of acceptance. Deposit can be made via cash, credit card or check addressed to Sonflower Productions, which will be managing the space on behalf of the Fair.. 
  • Remaining $500 fee + 10% of gross sales will be collected from sales made at the 2025 San Diego County Fair. 
  • Participating artisans can volunteer for shifts at the San Diego Maker Marketplace. For each 8-hour shift completed, an $80 credit will be applied toward fees; maximum of three 8-hour shifts or $240 credit total. 

 

Spaces are limited — apply now to secure your spot! 

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CALIFORNIA SELLERS PERMIT
ALL VENDORS PARTICIPATING IN THE MARKETPLACE MUST HAVE A
CALIFORNIA SELLERS PERMIT WITH THE FAIRGROUNDS ADDRESS LISTED ON IT:
2260 JIMMY DURANTE BLVD. DEL MAR, CA 92014
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COTTAGE FOOD OPERATION PERMIT
IF YOU PLAN ON SELLING FOOD RELATED ITEMS THAT WERE MADE IN A HOME KITCHEN,
YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR COTTAGE FOOD OPERATION PERMIT NUMBER PROVIDED TO YOU BY
THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & QUALITY.
IF YOU ARE NOT SELLING ITEMS FOR CONSUMTION, PLEASE SKIP THIS SECTION.
Cottage Food Operation Permit Number
PRODUCT DETAILS
PLEASE LIST IN DETAIL A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL PRODUCTS YOU ARE HOPING TO SELL AND ATTACH NO MORE THAN 5 PHOTOS.
THESE PHOTOS WILL BE USED WHEN YOUR APPLICATION IS BEING REVIEWED. PHOTOS MAY BE USED IN PROMOTIONS
**ALL ITEMS MUST BE HANDMADE OR REPURPOSED GOODS**
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