APPLY TO BE A VENDOR!

Are you a talented maker, artist, and/or creative entrepreneur with a passion for sharing your unique creations? Applications are now open for the annual Vends + Vibes Arts Marketplace! Apply now to be part of a cherished South Side tradition that brings community together and puts your work in front of the right audience. This is your chance to expand your customer base, connect with a legacy of South Side creativity, and showcase what makes your craft undeniable

Vends + Vibes 2025

Saturday, June 14, 2025

Arts Lawn | 337 E. Garfield Blvd

We're seeking vendors who:

• Create high-quality jewelry, apparel, home décor, apothecaries, beauty products, self-care items, vintage finds, delicious culinary delights, and more!

• Have an established South Side customer base and/or you’re a South Side resident.

• Align with the spirit of Vends + Vibes: Creativity, quality, and a connection to the South Side community.

• Have a strong online presence: Social media, website, or online shop.

Vends + Vibes 2023 shot by Jovan Landry

Applications are open now through April 14 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

If you are interested, do not wait to apply

What makes Vends + Vibes special:

• Priority is given to South Side applicants

• Zero fees – You keep 100% of your profits!

• Share your art with the people of Washington Park and nearby South Side neighborhoods 

• Be part of the exciting kickoff of Summer on the Arts Lawn 2025

Arts Lawn Grand Opening by Natasha Moustache

ABOUT THE ARTS LAWN

The Arts Lawn, a vibrant outdoor space on the Arts Block operated by Arts + Public Life, offers a diverse range of community-centered arts programs. Since opening in 2023, it has become a popular local destination for live music, film screenings, youth arts activities, and arts marketplaces like Vends + Vibes. Grab your lawn chair and join us on the Arts Lawn this summer for community yoga, live jazz at sunset, movies under the stars, and a host of performances, workshops, and community-centered arts activities that invite everyone to unwind, connect, and become part of the South Side’s thriving arts community 

Vends + Vibes 2023 by Anjali Pinto