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What is the Bristol Bazaar?
The Bristol Bazaar is an indoor makers market that is open year-round in downtown Bristol, CT. We support 75+ artisans at any given point in our Las Vegas and Boston themed gift shop boutique. We are also home to Yellow King Bristol - a coffee cocktail lounge - as well as a classroom/event space that is always bursting with something new to try.
Our passion is to help local makers and independent producers grow their business. The Bristol Bazaar does more than just provide a space for makers and producers to sell their products. We provide networking and learning opportunities as well as small business brainstorming, as well as space to host events and client meetings.
If you are a maker/producer or someone who loves shopping small, we invite you to come check out what’s going on here at The Bristol Bazaar.
See you soon!
Check Out Our Floor Plan!
You can see all of the different options that we have for vending. They range from a single shelf to a full storefront for your small business.
We currently support 75+ small business owners at any given point.
Meet Our Full Time Vendors
The Tie Dye Guy
La Famiglia Tedesco
Wild Moon Creations
Soothing Ways
Jennifer's Plant Stand
The Crafty Cat
Anything Custom
Cher Color Vibes
Sew Joyful
Lilly & Evy
Piggy Printing LLC
Taylor Martone Art
Stitching Dainty
Holly Epoxy
Naked Beauty Soaps
Carib Creations
The Crafty Bombshell
Dusty Dude Woodworks
Frosted Pottery
Kaylan's Kitchen
Wendt Wicks Candle Co.
Wild Raven Farm
Little Blue Coop Soap
Chicken Rock 3D Printing
Entertaining Styles by Sandra
Saturnalia Designs
Angie's Alchemy
I.E. Mushrooms
Sew What-CT
KellyQ’s Handmade Crafts
Oh So Chelsea
The Gray Goose Bookshop
JQ Clay
My Lil Workspace
Esthetic Jewelry
Lavish CT
Irida Topalli
Interested in Vending with Us?
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for local entrepreneurs who create and produce their own products and are ready to grow a side hustle into a full-time business!
We don't allow any reselling or multi-level-marketing here at The Bristol Bazaar. We require all products to be made/produced by the vendor who is contracting with us.
The Bristol Bazaar is always looking for something new, fun & funky! We are more than just a place for you to put your products. We're here to help answer questions, make connections and bring you to the next level. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you & help you grow your business!
What We Offer...
More Than Just Booth Rental
- Average conversion rate of 40% (topping the national in store retail average of 20-40%).
- 76% (avg.) of Vendors are profitable
- Top performers averaging 300-600% in monthly R.O.I. even reaching 1,800%+ during peak season
- 60,000+ Annual visitors and growing!
*There is a one month minimum for Full Time Vending
Convenience &
More Sales
Vendors are not required to be present in order to sell product(s) because of our central register system. The Bristol Bazaar is a place where you can bring inventory and not have to worry about packing it up and moving it out the same day. We are fully staffed and open 6 days a week (7 days during the holidays) - 65 hours a week!
Inventory Updates
Vendors can come in and update inventory as often as they like! Also know that your display space is your own and won't be designed or rearranged by The Bristol Bazaar team.
Your brand is your brand.
Hours of Operation
We are open 6 days a week.
Your products will be out for customers to see almost every day of the week instead of just one or two days at a time.
The current business hours are:
Sunday: 10am - 6pm
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday - Thursday: 9am - 8pm
Fri - Sat: 9am - 9pm
Small Business Brainstorming
As a Full Time vendor with us, you are provided the opportunity to brainstorm, ask questions, run numbers, etc with The Bristol Bazaar team via Small Business Brainstorming sessions. We are here to help you grow your small business!
Commission
There is a 15% or 10% commission structure in place for our full time vendors.
15% - for those who book 1 month at a time
10% - for those who commit to 2+consecutive months in a contract.
This covers the cost for the barcode labels, data entry time, credit card processing fees, automated sales reports and all necessary software to function in a smooth manner.
Access To The Event Space As a Vendor
All of our vendors are able to host events in our classroom/event space at no additional cost during their contracted time. There is no commission on ticket sales either. It is a tag-team effort to fill seats for classes and events between the maker and The Bristol Bazaar.
Another Option:
Guest Vending
We do offer Guest Vending if you are interested in giving us a try. Below is all of the information about this opportunity:
- A vendor is able to vend in this spot once a month:
- Vending Space Located Under our indoor pergola!
- The Bristol Bazaar will provide a 6 ft table - you are responsible for bringing everything else (decor, chair, pos, cash, signage, etc)
- You are asked to stay with your product for the entirety of your vending time
- If you choose to vend for less than the full day, the cost is still the same.
- Tuesday - Friday: $35/day, Weekend: $65/day
- If you are going to cancel, we do require a 48 hour notice otherwise we will not be able to refund you
To apply for this, please email the following information to info@thebristolbazaar.com:
- Photos of Your Work
- Links to Social/Website
- Dates you are interested in vending
*As of March 1, 2025, The Bristol Bazaar will limit to 2 "like" vendors to Guest Vend per month. Prior bookings will be grandfathered in.
Maker Lounge!
As a Contracted Vendor with us, we invite you to use our Maker Lounge when you come by! We have created a space that is welcoming, comfortable and quiet for you to label your items, do some brainstorming...you name it! Take a seat at the table or on one of our couches and enjoy a stress free work space just for you!
Did we mention that we have coffee, water & more for you at no cost!
& Consistent Customers!
Display Options
Vendor Cart
- Size: 30” x 60”
- 360* Product Display
- 2 Adjustable Shelves
Full Table
- Size: 90" x 30"
- Includes the use of 2 portable wooden tiers if you would like. No obligation to use them.
- We do ask that set ups not be higher than 3 ft off the table
Storefront
- Sizing: 9ft x 5ft
- Custom Awning - included!
- Slat wall & slat wall accessories starter kit provided: shelves, bins, hangers & hooks.
Half Table
- Size: 45" x 30"
- There is a natural divide between 2 Vendors sharing a Table Space
- 1 Wooden Tier is provided
- We do ask that set ups not be higher than 3 ft off the table
End Cap Displays
- Size: 60" x 30"
- Table is not shared with another Vendor
- No Tiers are provided
- We do ask that set ups not be higher than 3 ft off the table
SHELVING DISPLAYS
- A Vendor can rent one 1ft x 2ft shelf
- There is a 2 month maximum per contract.
- They are taken on a first come, first serve basis on move in day.
- The Bristol Bazaar does not hold spaces.
- Small Business Insurance is required for a shelf space.
- Rent: $20/month plus commission
Bicycle
More Information Coming Soon!
Gazebo
- Size: Approximately 41.5" tall x 37" wide per space
- Each Section is not shared with another Vendor
- All slat wall accessories are provided by The Bristol Bazaar
- A Vendor may rent more than 1 section at a time if it is available at time of booking.
Vespa
More Information Coming Soon!
Trellis
Top Shelf: Approximately 12.5" deep x 36" wide
Middle Shelf: Approximately 12.75" deep x 36.5" wide
Bottom Shelf: Approximately 19.5" deep x 36.75" wide
- The entire piece is rented to one Vendor
Prior to applying, please note that we are at capacity for vendors in the following categories for 2026:
- Blind Date with a Book
- Jewelry
- Baked Goods
- Candles
- Soap
- Resin Work
- 3D Printed Pieces
- Sweathshirts
Prior to applying, please note that we are at capacity for vendors in the following categories for 2027:
- Blind Date with a Book
- Jewelry
- Candles
- Soap
- 3D Printed Pieces
- Sweatshirts
*Please know if that you are applying to vend with us to sell any consumable/food item, You will be required to get approval from the Bristol/Burlington Health Department. Most items do require a commercial kitchen, licensing, etc. If you are a cottage baker, and would like to Guest Vend, please email us directly with a copy of your license at info@thebristolbazaar.com.
