Vendor Bridge

Apply today for the 2024 Calgary Street Market happening this summer in YYC!

Applications open now!

Apply here: https://forms.gle/SDfKney2wMwd6PUs8

Link in bio to join the wait list and get notified first when booth spaces become available!

This event is hosted by Vendor Bridge and will be promoted through partnerships, paid advertising, visuals around Calgary, 3,000 person newsletter, social media, and more!

Register your event on the Vendor Bridge event calendar for free to our 800+ members.

Google Forms: Sign-in Access Google Forms with a personal Google account or Google Workspace account (for business use).

First 25 Shop Local Card holders get a free tote at the The Barn Artisan Market on August 27th 2023!

Couldn’t be more excited to be launching tomorrow, June 3rd,

Grab a card at the event for free entry!

Thank you so much for the feature Calgary Dollars

Are you a vendor or entrepreneur in Calgary? Check out Vendor Bridge to get connected with the right markets and events for you!

Ready to unlock a world of discounts and exclusive offers from your favorite local businesses? Look no further! The Shop Local Card is here to revolutionize the way you shop and support your community.

Here's what you can expect with the Shop Local Card:

Savings Galore: Enjoy discounts and special offers at a wide range of participating businesses.
Supporting Local: Contribute to the growth and vitality of your community by shopping locally.
Local Events: Helping shoppers discover new and better events in Alberta.
Discover New Favorites: Explore hidden gems and uncover new local businesses to love.
Exclusive Promotions: Get early access to sales, promotions, early entry, and limited-time offers.

Excited to start saving? Or to start selling?

The Shop Local Card is launching soon, and we can't wait to share it with you! If you own a small business in Alberta, click on the form below and enter your information to get listed with the other 50+ local businesses.

Stay tuned for updates on our launch!

New Shop Local Card The Shop Local Card will feature local businesses to an audience of committed event shoppers. The cards are going to be used to incentivize shoppers to attend more events, find new events, and shop from local businesses, just like yours. To participate, simply offer a minimum 5% discount and we'll l...

It's easy to get swept up in the excitement of an event, but taking a step back to consider a few key factors can save you time, money, and stress in the long run. Before you say 'yes' to an event, use these 13 questions to make an informed decision about participating. From attendee demographics to weather considerations, these questions will help you determine whether an event is a good fit for your brand and goals. Don't let FOMO make the decision for you – take the time to evaluate your options and make a strategic choice.

On Friday March 31st, the Calgary Police Services will be given a presentation of all the fake event scams that have affected Albertans. If you or someone you know has fallen victim to a scam, we want to hear from you. Please send us a DM or leave a comment below to share your experience.

We understand that scammers are targeting hardworking business owners, stealing their hard-earned money. It's time to take action and raise awareness on these fraudulent activities. By working together and providing valuable information, we can help the Calgary Police Services combat these scams and protect our community.

Please don't hesitate to share your story, everything helps!

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Has this ever happened to you or someone you know? You’re set to work at an event, and just as you’re finishing to set up your booth… you realize you forgot your payment processor!

Let’s be real - selling at events is already hard enough with all your supplies, and you don’t want to jeapardize your success by forgetting essential pieces of your display or booth at home. So to make your life easier, we created this printable list that you can carry with you on event days!

Head over to vendorbridge.ca to get your own copy, and never leave for an event unprepared again!

Vendor Bridge: Built For Vendors, By Vendors

In terms of engagement and selling potential, working a booth at a live event is virtually unmatched.

No need to think about packaging and shipping costs to get your products to your customers - the customers come to you! At live events, you can get real time reviews to your product, booth, and business - and adapt to your audience demographic immediately!

These are only a fraction of the possibilities granted through live events. What do you think are the best parts of working live events? Tell us below!