Vendor Rules & Guidelines | Blue Earth Community Market

No Vendor Fee - Just Sign Up, Show Up and Sell

There is no vendor fee for market vendors. We believe in lowering barriers and keeping the market accessible to everyone. Food trucks are subject to separate requirements per City of Blue Earth ordinance.

Who Can Participate

Everyone's Welcome

We welcome vendors who grow it, raise it, make it, or create it:

Grow it - fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, plants
Raise it - eggs, meat, and other animal products (must comply with all applicable MN state regulations)
Make it - baked goods, preserves, honey, handmade food products
Create it - handmade crafts, art, jewelry, candles, woodwork, and other handcrafted items

We welcome all vendors - farmers, makers, resellers, and community entrepreneurs alike. We trust the community to support what it values.

Growing Our Community

We want the Blue Earth Community Market to be more than a place to buy and sell - we want it to be a gathering place that strengthens our community. When you show up consistently, promote your participation, and engage with the community, you help make this market something the whole town is proud of.

Permits & Licensing

Requirements by Vendor Type

Vendors are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all required licenses and permits.

Vendor Type	Requirements
Fresh Produce	No state permits required
Baked Goods / Canned Goods	MN Cottage Food Producer Registration required
Meat / Animal Products	Must comply with all applicable MN state regulations
Crafts, Art, Non-Food	No permits required
Food Trucks	MN Food Handler License + City of Blue Earth Transient Vendor Permit ($115/yr)

Resources: MN Cottage Food Registration | MN Dept of Agriculture

Schedule

Market Hours

Vendor Setup	8:30 AM - 9:30 AM, assigned wave
Market Opens	10:00 AM
Market Closes	1:00 PM
Vendor Teardown	1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Vendor setup is assigned in two waves. Spaces 1-17 unload from 8:30-9:00 AM, and spaces 18-28 unload from 9:00-9:30 AM. We will share your assigned wave in the Friday booth assignment email. The market officially opens at 10:00 AM. If you would like to attend, please register here so we can plan, promote, and communicate with vendors and customers.

Early Departure

Selling Out Early

Early teardown is allowed if you sell out or communicate in advance (48 hours notice). Use a wagon or hand cart to move your items. No vendor vehicles on the lot until after 1:00 PM.

Attendance

Sign Up & Cancel With Notice

Make sure you're signed up here for any market day you plan to attend - that's how we know who's coming and how we promote you. Vendor signup for each Saturday closes on Monday at 10:00 PM. After 10:00 PM on Monday, signup for that Saturday is closed.

Space & Setup

Booth Details

Standard booth space is 12x12 feet. Larger spaces available on request.
Bring your own tent, table, chairs, and display materials.
Tent weights are required. Blue Earth can be windy - an unsecured canopy is a safety hazard and your responsibility.
Vendors must stay within their designated space.
Vendor setup happens in two waves. Vendors in spaces 1-17 unload from 8:30-9:00 AM. Vendors in spaces 18-28 unload from 9:00-9:30 AM.
We will tell you your assigned wave on Friday when booth assignments are sent out.
Because vehicle space is limited, pull up to your booth, unload, then move your vehicle right away to the church parking lot across the street. No selling from your vehicle.
Do not park on the Ryno lot. That parking is reserved for customers.
Keep your area clean. Take your trash with you at the end of the day.

Restrooms

There are no on-site restrooms at the Ryno Lot. The nearest public restroom is at KwikTrip, located just across the roundabout.

Indoor Market (Inclement Weather)

In the event of heavy rain or dangerous wind, the market may move indoors to the Winter Storage section of the Ryno Repair building. The garage door faces the street and will be opened to welcome shoppers. Booth spaces will be chalked out in advance. Admins will notify vendors on market day mornings when weather requires a move.

Conduct

Community Standards

Treat fellow vendors, customers, and market staff with kindness and respect.
This is a family-friendly, community event. Please keep it welcoming for all ages.
No smoking on the market grounds.
No vendor pets. Customers with leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome.

Vendor Agreement

By Registering, You Agree To:

Follow all applicable state and local laws and maintain required licenses
Follow your assigned setup wave and move your vehicle to the church parking lot across the street immediately after unloading
Secure your canopy with proper weights at all times
Treat all market participants and customers with respect
Sign up or cancel for each Saturday by Monday at 10:00 PM. After 10:00 PM on Monday, signup for that Saturday is closed
Hold the market and its organizers harmless for injury or loss related to your participation

Ready to join?

Apply to Become a Vendor

Questions? Email us at info@blueearthcommunitymarket.com

Last updated: March 25, 2026