'Doing Business with Traders Village – Grand Prairie' Workshop
Schedule
Tue Feb 03 2026 at 12:00 pm to 01:30 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Goldbar AT 79 Restaurant | Arlington, TX
About this Event
CALLING ALL MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESSES!!!
If you are an entrepreneur, vendor, creative, retailer, service provider, or small business owner looking to expand your reach, increase revenue, and access one of the largest marketplaces in Texas, this opportunity is for you.
'Doing Business with Traders Village – Grand Prairie' Workshop
Hosted by the Arlington Black Chamber of Commerce
Join us for a high-impact, insider workshop designed to demystify how to successfully do business with Traders Village – Grand Prairie, the largest weekend flea market in Texas.
📅 Tuesday, February 3, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
📍 Goldbar at 79 Restaurant
2535 E Arkansas Ln, Ste #361
Arlington, TX 76010
💲 Investment: $20.00 per person
Special Guest Speaker
Rudy Escamilla - General Manager, Traders Village – Grand Prairie
With 20+ years of experience operating large-scale flea markets, Rudy oversees:
- High-volume operations
- Vendor onboarding & relations
- Large-scale events and activations
He will coach and teach you exactly what Traders Village looks for in vendors, how to position your business, and how to succeed in this unique, high-traffic marketplace.
Why This Matters
Traders Village – Grand Prairie opened in 1973 and spans over 120 acres, hosting:
- 3,500+ dealers every weekend
- Over 3 million visitors annually
- A massive audience shopping for tires, tools, electronics, crafts, collectibles, auto accessories, jewelry, furniture, clothing, food, and more
Beyond shopping, Traders Village is a destination—featuring FREE live music, amusement park rides, family-friendly events, and year-round entertainment. It is a proven platform for entrepreneurs ready to scale.
You’ll Learn How To:
- Get approved and set up as a Traders Village vendor
- Understand booth options, pricing, and expectations
- Maximize sales in a high-volume, open-air market
- Avoid common mistakes new vendors make
- Build long-term, profitable relationships within the Traders Village ecosystem
This workshop is diverse, encouraging, practical, and entrepreneurial—designed to give minority-owned businesses real access, real knowledge, and real opportunity.
🔗 RSVP NOW: http://bit.ly/ABCCTradersVillage
Do not miss your chance to learn directly from leadership and position your business inside one of Texas’ most powerful retail marketplaces.
Where is it happening?
Goldbar AT 79 Restaurant, 2535 East Arkansas Lane, Arlington, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 23.18



















