BIMA MAKERS MARKET

THE EVENT

Celebrate the art of craft with us at BIMA’s Makers Market, a five-day event that’s handmade, heartfelt, and right at home in BIMA’s First Floor Gallery.

 Details:

• June 24 – 28, 2026
• 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
• First Floor Gallery, Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
• 20 vendors per day, limited availability

BIMA’s Makers Market is a five-day indoor craft market nestled inside the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, a contemporary art museum focused on celebrating Puget Sound art and artists. This Market is a curated gathering of craft artists of all kinds, held in honor of Handwork 2026.

DATES & TIMES

• Wednesday, June 24: 10 AM – 5 PM
• Thursday, June 25: 10 AM – 5 PM
• Friday, June 26: 10 AM – 5 PM
• Saturday, June 27: 10 AM – 5 PM
• Sunday, June 28: 10 AM – 5 PM

SCHEDULE

August 8, 2026

• SET UP: 8 am – 12 pm
• TEAR DOWN: 8 pm – 10 pm

Please check the ferry schedule!

APPLICATION & BOOTH FEES

• $35 – Non-refundable Application Fee
• $150 – Single Day Booth
• $550 – Five Day Booth Fee
• You keep 100% of your sales revenue

EXAMPLE VENDOR CATEGORIES

In the spirit of the Handwork 2026, we welcome makers whose work is rooted in handmade craft. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Ceramics & Pottery
• Weaving & Textiles
• Jewelry Making
• Woodworking
• Leather Goods
• Book Binding
• Glasswork
• Paper Arts
• Fiber & Knitting
• Printmaking
• Candle making
• & more!

BIMA BLOCK PARTY

THE EVENT

Thank you for your interest in the BIMA Block Party Market. We’re seeking vendors of all kinds to showcase and sell their work at the Block Party on the plaza outside BIMA on August 8!

BIMA’s Block Party will be an all-day event from 12-8 PM. Along with the market, there will be five concert stages, art activities for all ages, food, drinks, and MORE! The Block Party Market will be located on the plaza directly outside the Museum. The plaza is a lovely garden space with pathways and a water feature. It is ideally located to entice daytrippers and locals to explore the market and find something special while they are at the Block Party.

DATES & TIMES

Vendor Slot Date/Time: Saturday, August 8 (12 pm – 8 pm)

Assigned spaces for vendors to set up their booths will be located outdoors on both levels of the plaza and will be 10′ x 10′ spaces.

SCHEDULE

August 8, 2026

• SET UP: 8 am – 12 pm
• TEAR DOWN: 8 pm – 10 pm

Please check the ferry schedule!

APPLICATION & BOOTH FEES

• $35 – Non-refundable Application Fee (due July 1)
• $150 – 10’ x 10’ Booth Fee
• $150 – 10′ x 10′ Food Vendors Fee
• You keep 100% of your sales revenue

EXAMPLE VENDOR CATEGORIES

We are looking for vendors who have items that would be elevate the event with creative, fresh, and new takes. Items could include but are not limited to:

• Accessories
• Apothecary, Beauty & Wellness
• Art
• Baby & Kid Items
• Ceramics & Pottery
• Clothing
• Food & Beverage Products
• Food Vendor
• Jewelry
• Home Interior Items
• Pet Items
• Plants & Garden
• Photography & Prints
• Stationery
• Tasty Treats for All
• Vintage & Upcycled
• Other

WINTER NIGHT MARKET

THE EVENT

DATES & TIMES

Vendor Slot Date/Time: Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, 4-8 PM

Assigned spaces for vendors to set up their booths will be located outdoors on both levels of the plaza and will be 10′ x 10′ spaces.

SCHEDULE

December 4 & 5

• Set up and tear down TBD

Please check the ferry schedule!

APPLICATION & BOOTH FEES

• $35 – Non-refundable Application Fee (Not Due till October 1)
• $125 – Booth Fee (for one day)
• $200 – Booth Fee (for both days)
• $0 – Emerging Artist/Vendor Table (Limited to 2 vendors)
  • Intended for emerging artists (of any age) who are just beginning their careers and have created a modest independent body of work.

APPLICATION & PAYMENTS

VENDOR APPLICATION & SELECTION

To apply, submit your application, images of your work and booth, a brief description of your product, and the application fee.

Submitting an application does not ensure you are selected, and your application will not be reviewed until application fee is submitted.

There will be a thoughtful selection process, in which each application will be reviewed carefully. Our goal is to choose a diverse group of vendors who demonstrate high-quality work and good presentation.

BOOTH FEE PAYMENT

Applicants will receive an invoice for the amount listed above for their booth fee and a link to make payment. See individual Market information for fees.

Payment is required one month before the event or your vendor spot may be forfeited and may be offered to a vendor on the waitlist.

EVENT LOGISTICS

BOOTH INFORMATION

BIMA will provide a 10’ x 10’ space for vendors to set up a booth and table(s). Vendors must provide their own canopies, table, chairs, and any display setup.

Vendors must bring their own professional-looking booth and signage, and be able and prepared to load themselves in and out of the space. Your booth needs to be able to withstand inclement weather. Booth spaces will need to be covered by a canopy provided by the vendor. Please do not bring animals.

Vendors should maintain sufficient quantities of merchandise for the day. Vendors must commit to being at their booth for the full event—no late arrivals or early departures (exception would be if you were to sell out).

There must be someone present at your vendor booth throughout the duration of the event. BIMA will not provide volunteers or staff to help cover booths.

BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS

Booth assignments and locations will be made at BIMA’s discretion.

ARTIST REVENUE

All proceeds from sales at the booths go 100% to the exhibiting vendor. Transactions are made at the booth itself, and it is the vendor’s responsibility to bring equipment to process payments.

CANCELLATIONS

Vendor cancellations 1 month prior to the event will receive a refund (minus a 15% service fee) of their booth fee. No refunds will be processed for cancellations following this date.

The Markets will proceed regardless of the weather. If BIMA cancels the market for any reason, booth fee refunds will be issued to all vendors.

HEALTH & SAFETY

BIMA wants a safe and healthy event, and we expect that Washington will continue to make progress against COVID-19 as vaccinations and health measures take effect. BIMA follows the guidance and mandates laid out by the Washington State Health Department in determining health and safety protocols for the museum and all events while our nation battles the pandemic. We will be enforcing adherence for staff, vendors, and guests to whatever guidelines are mandated for outdoor events at the time that Market takes place. Please be prepared to follow those protocols while you are participating in this event, as no exceptions will be allowed.

Click here for more information about these policies.

ONSITE INFORMATION

PARKING

Limited parking is available on-site. There will be a load/unload area for your initial setup and teardown. Parking on-site is limited to one car per vendor in a designated location.

BOOTH HELP

Volunteers will be available to help unload and pack up each day, provide booth coverage to allow for short breaks throughout the day, answer questions, and provide service throughout the weekend, should you need assistance.

FOOD & DRINKS

Drinks and limited food will be available for purchase through the BIMA Bistro as well as with event food vendors. A vendor hospitality area will be available with water, light snacks, and a place to sit and relax during breaks.

RESTROOMS

Available in the Museum.

WIFI

Wifi is available inside the Museum, though the signal is not reliable on the plaza where the Market booths will be set up. Any payment processing at booths will need to use a cellular signal or a hotspot wifi signal provided by the vendor.

ELECTRICITY

Electricity is available for booths on the plaza, but very limited and will only be available for food vendors, please plan accordingly. Limited outlets for charging devices will be available in the vendor break room inside the Museum.

MUSIC

Amplified recorded music and live music will be playing through the Market to create a festive atmosphere. We request that vendors not bring their own amplification systems or play music from their booth.

TAX REPORTING

Collection and reporting of Washington State Sales Tax are your responsibility. UBI (tax identification) is required by Washington State. If your business is located out of state, you can obtain a temporary tax ID number. Booth Fees cannot be accepted without a UBI number. For more information, call 800-647-7706 or visit https://dor.wa.gov/. A temporary WA State tax ID number can be issued but is only good for two shows within the state per year.

Vendors are required to show proof of a Unique Business Identifier (UBI) demonstrating the vendor holds a business license with the State. Vendors must understand continued business on the island prior to or past event date(s) requires a valid City business license in good standing. Vendors should be aware of any and all requirements for doing business on Bainbridge Island.

LIABILITY

BIMA will not be responsible for any loss or damage to a vendor’s property, injury to, or death of the vendor (or its employees, representatives, and contractors), or vendor sales. Vendor expressly assumes all risks of loss, damage, liability, injury, or destruction resulting from any cause whatsoever, including but not limited to acts or omissions by Vendor, BIMA, or acts of nature, and hereby releases and waives any claims against the Art Fair (and its employees, representatives, and contractors) related to such loss, damage, liability, injury, and/or destruction.

Complying with BIMA’s Guest Code of Conduct is required. BIMA’s Guest Code of Conduct and any market-day guidelines will be shared upon acceptance.

Ready to apply? Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Space is limited.

Questions? Contact us at artmarket@biartmuseum.org.