Question 1

General Requirements

Accepted Answer

- 608 Markets will be held rain or shine. 
- There are no booth refunds within 30 days of the market. 
- All tents used on the grounds MUST BE WHITE
- All vendors must be set up completely by 9:00am when the gates open and must remain fully set up until 3:00pm when the gates close. 
- Vendors may share a booth but both vendors must apply and be approved.
 
Please read through the FAQ below for more details

Question 2

When are your markets?

Accepted Answer

We host Spring and Fall outdoor 608 Markets. Spring is in May and Fall is in October.

May 17th, 2025
October 4th, 2025

**Applications open January**

Question 3

Do I need insurance for 608 Markets

Accepted Answer

Insurance Requirement: It is strongly recommended that each vendor obtain an insurance policy that provides coverage for their booth space. 608 Markets will not collect Certificates of Insurance (COI) for markets. Makers Market SP, LLC/DBA 608 Markets, the City of Sun Prairie, and Firemen's Angell Park Speedway shall not be held liable for any damage, injury, or loss occurring within a vendor's booth space.

Question 4

How do I apply

Accepted Answer

Please read through all the market details before submitting your application. 
 
Please subscribe to our vendor email list to be notified when applications are open for future markets.

Question 5

What type of vendors do you accept?

Accepted Answer

We accept vintage collectors, handmade artisan vendors, lifestyle good vendors, specialty boutiques, artists, and local food vendors. We are seeking unique, current, and interesting items that our customers will be excited to shop. We limit the amount of vendors in each category so that our vendors do great and our customers have a good variety of vendors to shop. You may have a few "new mass produced" items in your booth but the majority of merchandise for sale must be handcrafted, vintage, or locally made. 
 
This is a juried show, set-up and display are very important. We will be visiting your social media sites to look through photos of your merchandising. If you have not sold at a show before or are just starting up please do not hesitate to apply. We love finding new talent that is just starting out. Not all applications will be accepted. 
 
We do not allow direct sales (MLM) or pyramid scheme businesses

Question 6

Where are outdoor 608 Markets located?

Accepted Answer

OUTDOOR (May and October):
Firemen's Angell Park, 315 Park Street, Sun Prairie, WI. We use the green space located at the north-east part of the park which includes a lush green space, plenty of on-site parking and just steps away from the Sun Prairie Dream Park. In this location we are able to offer multiple booth options with or without shelter as well as on-site parking for vendors and customers.

INDOOR (March and November)
Heartland Church Sun Prairie, 800 Wilburn Rd, Sun Prairie, WI

Question 7

What are outdoor market booth fees and sizes?

Accepted Answer

2025 Outdoor Booth Fees:

Open Air Booth:
Open air booths are set up on grass around a gravel walking path. Single open air booth spaces are 12' frontage x 15' deep. A tent is recommended for open air booths. 
12'w x 15'd - $145
*5' deep can be added to select booths for $10
*end cap booths have additional fee

Sheltered Booth:
Sheltered booths are located under an open sided gravel floor pavilion. You must fit yourself/any helpers within your footprint.
10'x5' - $100
10'x10' - $185
Stage Booths (not handicap accessible)
12'w x 9'd - $190

Food Court Area:
For vendors with trucks/trailers/generators preparing food on site. 
- 12' frontage - $145
-13'-18' frontage - $217.50
-19-24' frontage - $290
 
Booth fees are collected when you submit your application. Charges are not incurred until your application is accepted. Any waitlist or denied applications are not charged.

Question 8

Can I share a booth with another vendor?

Accepted Answer

You are welcomed to share a booth space with another vendor. Please be sure to clearly list the name of the vendor you would like to share with on your application. 
 
Only one vendor will be listed on our website, vendor map and marketed through our Social Media outlets. Please inform us which vendor would like to be featured in your application.

Question 9

Do you allow Direct Sales?

Accepted Answer

No, we do not allow direct sales, MLM, or pyramid scheme businesses at any 608 Markets.

Question 10

When is set up and tear down for Markets?

Accepted Answer

Friday Night (before market) - 3:00pm-7:00pm
Saturday (day of market) - 6:00am **No cars will be allowed on the grounds after 8am**
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The market grounds are fenced in and 608 Markets hires security detail for Friday night. 608 Markets and security is not responsible for any damage or theft of items left in your booth. All vehicles must be removed from the market area and relocated to the vendor parking no later than 8:15am on Saturday. All booths must be completely set up by 9:00 am. 
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Vendors may NOT start breaking down their booth and NO VEHICLES OR TRAILERS will be allowed on the grounds prior to the close of the market at 3:00 pm. Vehicles will be allowed back to the market area for loading after closing at 3:00 pm.

Question 11

I have some big items but how are customers going to get them to their vehicles?

Accepted Answer

We have volunteers that can help with large item pick-ups from your booth. These porters are volunteers and they are not responsible for any breakage or damage while transporting or loading goods if you choose to use them. We will have a convenient pick-up area for all shoppers to load these items into their vehicles.

Question 12

Does 608 Markets take a percentage of my sales from the day?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not! All sales made in your booth the day of our event are yours to keep. 
 
However, all vendors are responsible for charging and filing their own Wisconsin sales tax (5.5%) for sales during the market. Be sure to account for paying Uncle Sam after the market is over. :)

Question 13

Can I bring my pet to hang with me for the day?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, NO pets are allowed on the market grounds. Service pets are the only exception.

Question 14

Do I need a tent?

Accepted Answer

Any tent used for 608 Markets MUST be white. You are not required to have a tent but we highly recommend one as Wisconsin weather can be unpredictable. Tents are the responsibility of each vendor. 608 Markets does not provide any tents.

Question 15

What is your refund policy?

Accepted Answer

There are no booth refunds 30 days prior to the market.

The full booth fee is required to complete your application to the market. If you are not accepted or added to our waitlist you are not charged any fees. 
 
If you are accepted into 608 Markets and are no longer able to attend, you will be reimbursed your booth fee minus transaction fees if we are notified 30 days before the market's opening date. 
 
608 Markets takes place rain or shine

Question 16

How many vendors do you have at outdoor 608 Markets?

Accepted Answer

Outdoor:
We have host a variety of 160-190 vendors.

Question 17

How many customers do you have at 608 Markets?

Accepted Answer

Outdoor: 
On average we host about  2000-3500+ shoppers. 608 Markets outdoor is a ticketed event for all customers. We always get a great crowd of shoppers!

Indoor:
We host 1800-2800 shoppers! Indoor is a free market to attend.

Question 18

I've applied to past 608 Markets but didn't get in, should I apply again?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Just because you weren't accepted to a past show doesn't necessarily mean you won't be accepted the next time around. At every market we limit the amount of vendors in each category so that our vendors do great and our customers have a good variety of vendors to shop
 
There are a few categories that ALWAYS fill up quickly like jewelry. So we are often forced to pass on great vendors in this and other more popular categories.

Question 19

Do you donate any vendor booth spaces for charities and local organizations?

Accepted Answer

We love working with local charities and organizations. Please emails us at hello@608markets.com to share your booth idea and get more information.

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