Kidpreneur Marketplace - For 1st Grade to 12th Grade

Kidpreneur Marketplace is a fun in-person event where 1st to 12th graders showcase and sell their cool biz ideas!
About this Event

Kidpreneur Marketplace is a fun in-person event where 1st to 12th graders showcase and sell their cool biz ideas!

Kidpreneur Marketplace is a fun, hands-on pop-up market where young CEOs get to launch and run their own mini businesses for a day, all in the heart of South St. Pete.

I started the Kipreneur Marketplace because when I was a kid I had all these business ideas, I even wrote a book and won an award for it. But no one in my family did that, they didn’t see the value in those skills. And I never saw anyone like me doing anything other than working at jobs they hated and making good money. So when my daughter came to me with some slime she made, I knew I had to help create a place for her. Because it didn’t exist. Enter The Kidpreneur Marketplace. This event is for all the kids (and their parents) who are dreamers and make wonderful products they are passionate and excited about sharing with the world. 

Event overview

Join us for the Kidpreneur Marketplace Presented by Closer To Our Dreams and hosted by Somebody's Coffee on Saturday, August 8th from 11:00am–3:00pm. This family-friendly event is free for the public to attend and shop, while kid business owners (ages 5–17) pay a small vendor fee to reserve their spot and sell their products or services.

• Date: Saturday, August 8th 
• Time: 11:00am–3:00pm
• Venue: Somebody's Coffee, 1753 Prescott St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
• Public admission: Free (no ticket required to shop)
• Kidpreneur vendor tickets: Early bird starting at $10, General Admission $20

Somebody’s Coffee is a community-centered cafe and market space, making it the perfect backdrop for kids to showcase their creativity, hustle, and ideas to real customers. We’ve also partnered with Spark Lab, one of the top tech incubators in St. Pete. They want to see these talented kid pursue their goals and dreams in regards to entrepreneurship.  They embody everything it takes to be successful  and they want to support this venture. 

What to expect

The Kidpreneur Marketplace is a live learning lab where youth get to:

• Develop a brand, create a product or service, and set prices for their offerings.
• Practice pitching, customer service, and money management in a safe, supportive environment.
• Experience what it feels like to prepare, set up, and operate a small business for the day.

Parents, guardians, friends, and community members are invited to come out, browse the kid-run booths, and support these young entrepreneurs by shopping with them throughout the event. Expect items like handmade crafts, treats, art, jewelry, self-care products, custom creations, and more—each booth run and managed by a kidpreneur.

Kidpreneur vendor details

This section is for families registering their child as a vendor.

• Vendor tickets (Kidpreneurs only):
• Early bird Kidpreneur tickets start at $10
• General Admission Kidpreneur tickets are $20
• Kidpreneur tickets cover:
• A reserved space for your child’s business
• Access to sell to the public during event hours (Somebody's Coffee has agreed to stay open one hour later to attract more customers) 
• Guidance and support from Closer To Our Dreams team during setup and throughout the marketplace

Families are responsible for bringing everything needed for their kid’s setup (products, cash box/mobile payment options, table and display items; tents or coverings if desired for outdoor use depending on final layout). Kidpreneurs are encouraged to:

• Think through their product or service, pricing, and profit goals before the event.
• Practice their pitch and how they will greet customers.
• Create simple signage for their business name and prices.

Parents/guardians may assist with setup and safety, but the goal is for the kidpreneurs to lead the interactions, talk to customers, and manage their business for the day. Parents must stay the entire time with their child. We don't have enough volunteers to be responsible for the kids as well. 

Public admission and shopping

The Kidpreneur Marketplace is free and open to the public to attend—no ticket is required to walk in, browse, and shop. Community members are invited to:

• Enjoy coffee, food, and vibes at Somebody’s Coffee while supporting youth-owned businesses.
• Bring cash and/or cards to purchase from multiple kid-run booths.
• Share the event with friends, family, schools, and community groups to help these young CEOs get more visibility and experience.

While the event is free to attend, please remember that kidpreneurs are here to sell, so every purchase, shoutout, or word of encouragement helps them grow their confidence and business mindset.

Who should register and how

You should get a Kidpreneur ticket if:

• You’re registering a child (ages 5–17) who will be selling a product or service at the marketplace.
• Your child is excited to create something, talk to customers, and learn about entrepreneurship.

You do not need a ticket if:

• You are coming as a shopper, supporter, or community member to browse and purchase from the kid vendors.

Space is limited, so families are encouraged to secure Kidpreneur tickets early to lock in the $10 early bird option before prices move to $20 General Admission. Once you complete registration on this page, you’ll receive follow-up instructions with setup details, recommended arrival time, and any additional guidelines for market day.