Real Kids. Real Customers. Real Money.
A one-day market where kids turn their ideas into real businesses — and discover what they’re truly capable of.
Be part of the first-ever
Everest Young Entrepreneur Market
2026 Market Details
👩👦Vendors: Ages 5 – 17
$25 vendor fee
Date: May 30, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Everest Gymnastics – North
Ready. Set. Sell.
We’ve always believed that what happens inside the gym is just the beginning. The confidence, grit, and character kids build here are life skills — ones they carry into classrooms, communities, and yes, even businesses.
The Young Entrepreneur Market is our way of opening that door wider, empowering kids beyond our walls and beyond gymnastics.
Welcome to the first-ever Everest Young Entrepreneur Market. We’re so glad you’re here.
A Day At The Market
Creative Ideas Encouraged
Candles. Slime. Custom art. Baked goods. Friendship bracelets. Dog treats. If your child made it, grew it, or dreamed it up — there's a place for it here.
For Young Entrepreneurs
Got an idea? That's all you need. The Young Entrepreneur Market is built for kids ages 5–17 who are ready to turn their creativity into something real — and for parents who are ready to watch it happen.
Kid-Run Booths
For one day, you're not just a kid with an idea — you're the owner, the salesperson, and the boss. Parents, you'll want to have your camera ready.
Real Customers
Real shoppers. Real decisions. Real money changing hands. This isn't a lemonade stand in the front yard — it's your child's first taste of what it actually feels like to run a business.
Parents Support. Kids Lead.
When a customer walks up, it's all you, kid. You answer the questions. You name the price. You make the call. Parents stay close for support — but this moment belongs to your young entrepreneur.
Real Life Experience
Most kids talk about what they want to do someday. Young Entrepreneurs do it today. Your child will walk away with money they earned, confidence they built, and an experience no classroom can replicate. And you'll walk away wondering why you didn't do this sooner.
The booth breaks down. The money gets counted. And your child walks away with something that can’t be packed up:
- The confidence of knowing they talked to real customers and held their own
- Communication and problem-solving skills used in real time
- The pride of creating, selling, and pulling it off themselves
Vendor & Parent Nitty Gritty
Who Can Participate
Young entrepreneurs ages 5–17 are welcome to apply.
Participants must be able to:
Take and fulfill orders
Answer customer questions
Handle payment and make change
Manage their booth during customer interactions
Parents support from behind the scenes so kids can take the lead.
Registration
All participants must register online in advance.
$25 per booth
One event t-shirt included with each registration
Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be credited to future events
Space is limited and booths are first-come, first-served.
Parent Code of Conduct
Your role is to support from behind the scenes so your child can shine.
Parents may not:
Answer customer questions
Take orders
Handle food
Accept payment
If your child steps away, sales must pause.
Parents must remain on site for the duration of the market.
Market Guidelines
To keep the market fair, fun, and educational for everyone, please review the following guidelines.
Booth Guidelines
One registration = one booth
Bring your own table, chairs, canopy, and supplies
Canopies are encouraged and must be properly weighted
Electricity is not provided
Wagons or carts are recommended for unloading
Product Guidelines
Kids may sell almost anything including:
Handmade goods
Crafts or art
Games or services
Store-bought items
Food Rules
Only prepackaged food is allowed
No food may be cooked or prepared on site
Not permitted:
Raw food
MLMs
Fundraisers
Live animals
Children must have an active role in creating or sourcing the product.
Check-In & Setup
Bring your canopy or table to check-in to receive your booth assignment.
Booth spaces are not pre-assigned
Vehicles are not permitted in the market area
Wagons or carts are recommended for transporting supplies
Want to be next to a friend? Check in together
After unloading, please move your vehicle promptly to the designated parking area.
Weather Policy
The market is planned to run rain or shine.
Vendors are encouraged to bring tents or canopies to prepare for sun or light rain.
The market will only be canceled in the event of severe weather.
If cancellation is necessary, updates will be posted on the website and Everest social media channels by 2:00 PM the day before the event.
Registration fees are non-refundable if the event is canceled.