Hello and thanks for registering to be a vendor at the 2026 Fall Community Bazaar & Flea Market in Vernon Park on Saturday, October 24 from 9-3. We can’t wait to meet you, or see you again!
This event brings our community together and generates a wonderful vibrant energy in the Park, connecting people with vital information and arts, as well as wonderful handmade and secondhand treasures. We are so excited to welcome everyone back to the park for this year’s Bazaar & Flea Market.
If you registered via the form and would like to pay the vending fee online, you can do so here.
Crucial info below:
Weather:
We all watch the weather very carefully, as we don’t want to risk anyone’s treasures (or time) getting caught in the rain. As of now (Monday, October 19), the weather forecast is looking good—60º and sunny—, so let’s hope the forecast holds!
As always, if the forecast is looking iffy we will make the call by noon on Friday, October 23 and email you all, post on @FriendsofVernonPark Instagram & Facebook etc. either way. (The raindate is Sunday, October 25: same time + place).
If you are not able to make the rain date, we are happy to refund your donation/space fee upon request.
Check in: 7am – 8:30am. Please do not arrive before 6:30 am. Let the sun come up & let the volunteers set up. Don’t worry early birds, there is 8 acres of space to choose from. PLEASE be sure to arrive
Where: Northwest Entrance, near W. Rittenhouse & Greene Sts. For GPS, use 5855 Greene St 19144.
Simply pull in to the driveway and make your way to the spot of your choosing. We ask that you drive slowly to keep everyone safe. If you are staying for the duration of the event, you may keep your car parked behind your space on the grass. If not, please unload, safely make your way out and use the free Parking Area in the Center in the Park upper lot, at McCallum & W Rittenhouse Streets.
Please note: *For safety reasons*, NO CARS will be permitted to enter/drive in the park between 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.. People are walking around and safety is our top priority. If you arrive late please park in the upper lot parking area at McCallum and W. Rittenhouse Streets and load in there, or park along Greene St at available spaces (PPA parking fees apply).
Check out this map we made for reference so you can see where the entrance is, the lot where you may park if arriving after 8:15 or leaving before 3, and where the Bazaar will be.
Space & Setups:
Your ‘space’ is 10′ wide along the path by however deep you need to display all your things. No spaces are assigned. There are 8 beautiful acres of Vernon Park, plenty of room for everyone!
Please BYO Table, chair, blanket, etc. Unfortunately we do not have tables to lend/rent.
Please remember to bring your own small bills and coins to make change, and make sure you keep it organized and close to you. Consider having a QR code or system for mobile payments as well.
Logistics:
There is a public, ADA accessible restroom, by the toolshed/main entrance and plenty of hand sanitizer. Please take care to leave it as you found it. Let’s all take care of each other!
If you are a food vendor, please email info@friendsofvernonpark.org to make sure you’re all set for a great day.
Getting the Word Out:
Please help spread the word in community conversations, through social media (graphics above), community calendars and news outlets. We have put up banners, sent out emails, told friends and neighbors, posted signs and partnered with local organizations to let folks know that this Bazaar is not to be missed!
That being said, we need your help. Please share and repost the graphics above to tell friends, family, neighbors, elders and community organizations you work with. The more we work together, the better it will be for everyone!
Thank you ALL so much for your interest and commitment to our neighborhood park and each other!
With any specific questions, please contact info@friendsofvernonpark.org and one of our volunteers will get back to you as soon as possible.
