Visit the Market
The Market is located at 9700 Gateway N Blvd, El Paso, Texas, 79924. The Market takes place every Saturday morning from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM during Camp Cohen Season (February to September). From October to December, you can find our vendors in multiple downtown locations based on the Chalk the Block, Dia de Los Muertos, and WinterFest plans respectively, depending on their established dates, floorplans, and times. Established in 2011, The Market offers original arts and crafts, food vending, regionally grown agricultural products, artisans, regional farmers and live entertainment from local artists.
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Parking
Free parking is available at Camp Cohen.
Get Involved: Come Volunteer
The Market has volunteer opportunities. More information and an application:
Community Group & Non-profit Booth Opportunities
The Market will now offer booth space for community groups and non-profit organizations to share information that will benefit the community. To participate, complete the form below and return it to the MCAD offices.
Become a Vendor
Join our family of vendors in 4 easy steps:
- Submit an application
- Attend an orientation
- Submit a copy of your Texas tax ID
- Provide work samples (see Product Integrity)
Vendor Orientation
All new vendors who are accepted must attend the mandatory vendor orientation. Orientations are held every other month on the first Wednesday, unless otherwise specified by The Market Coordinator. Detailed information about the location and time will be provided in your application acceptance email. Please note that there will be no makeup orientations between these dates. If you are unable to attend the orientation scheduled for your assigned date, you may attend the next closest one.
The upcoming orientation dates are:
- April 2nd, 2025
- June 4th, 2025
- August 6th, 2025
All new vendor orientation information can be found through email or on our e-calendar, if you are unsure, please email [email protected].
Tax Identification
All vendors must have a tax identification number from the state of Texas and meet residency (or live within a 100-mile radius of Union Plaza) requirements to be present at the market. New Mexico residents must also apply for a Texas Sales Tax ID.
Product Integrity
We go to great lengths to ensure that all products sold at the market meet our qualifications of local, handcrafted, hand-made, and locally grown. As part of our process, the Artist Market Coordinator meets with all craft and produce vendors to ensure that all products are made or grown by the vendors selling the items at their booths. Product integrity is of great importance to our market. If you have questions regarding product integrity, please contact the Artist Market Coordinator.
Product Types
ARTS & CRAFTS: Any locally made, home-crafted, or hand-assembled arts and crafts, that have been made by the seller or members of the seller's household, can be sold at the market. All items must be in good taste and complement the family atmosphere.
AGRICULTURAL/FOOD VENDORS: Our farmers market is a meeting place for those wishing to sell their homegrown, gathered, raised, or caught food products that farmers offer directly to the consumer. To find out if your item falls within the Texas Food Cottage Laws, please visit texascottagefoodlaw.com.
ENTERTAINERS/BUSKARS: Street performers, musicians, or entertainers, interested in performing at the weekly Artist Market please contact the Artist Market Coordinator for information on busking areas and gratuity information.
How To Request A Sales Tax Permit
All vendors are required to register with the State of Texas Tax Office to obtain a sales tax permit. Vendors must obtain a tax identification number before participating in the artist market.
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Register Online Apply for a sales tax permit online. |
Register In Person 401 E. Franklin Ave., Suite 160 |
