Investing In The Market
Building a Stronger Market — Together
Over the last four years, we have all felt the impact of rising prices, slumping sales, and increased overhead. Vendors and market operators alike have had to adapt. During that time, instead of pulling back, we chose to invest heavily into the Market to make it a better experience for everyone and more inviting for the consumer.
Because when the customer experience improves, your opportunity improves.
Rising Costs
Operating Costs Have Changed
Tents +50%
Rent +90%
Toilets +25%
Music +30%
Trash Service +300%
Security +120%
Across the board, our operating costs have increased over 40% in the last four years. That equates to more than $10,000 in additional costs per market compared to where we were just a few years ago. Like many of you, we’ve worked hard to absorb as much of those increases as possible while continuing to improve the experience.
The New Early Bird Opportunity
To continue supporting our vendors and reward those who plan ahead, we’re introducing a New Early Bird Pricing Structure for all future markets. Vendors who commit early will be able to secure the best pricing available for each event.
As our markets continue to grow, this updated pricing structure helps us keep investing in improvements, enhancing the customer experience, and managing growth responsibly so the market stays strong for both vendors and shoppers.
The earlier you commit, the more you save — every month.
Dicount Code: RMD30
Dicount Code: RMD25
Dicount Code: RMD15
Our Investments
Large Vendor Tents
Expanded Security
On-Site Vendor Support
Operational Improvements
Strong Advertising
What We’ve Invested Into the Market
We added the large vendor tents at a cost of $6,000 monthly (nearly $10,000 today) to keep customers comfortable so they stay longer and shop more. We expanded security hours, adding Thursday night so vendors who need early setup can start setting up before the weekend begins. We also brought on Josh and Nate to be present and responsive throughout the market to support vendors and keep operations running smoothly.
Operational improvements include adding dumpsters, installing security cameras, and modifying the layout to increase vendor parking. We also maintain or exceed $4,000 per month in Facebook advertising to maintain and grow market attendance.
These investments are paying off.
We Appreciate Our Vendors
We remain committed to growing this Market the right way — investing in customer comfort, strong advertising, security, and organization so that it continues to be a place where vendors can succeed. We appreciate your partnership and the role you play in making this Market what it is.
Thank you for being part of our Market Days and helping it stay strong!
— Josh, Tom & Nate Meinhausen
