• DATE: Sunday, February 15, 2026

• TIME: Doors 12PM, Event 12:30PM-5PM (Load in is before doors, with exact timing coordinated prior to event date )

• LOCATION: GMAN TAVERN 3740 N Clark St. Chicago, IL. 60613

• EVENT CROWD: Primarily hair professionals, creatives, and community members

• AGE: 21+ only, with government ID to enter, no exceptions per city regulations

• Standard vendor space is around 3FTx3FT, with display table provided: $25 FLAT FEE; NON REFUNDABLE

• Vendors handle their own payments, and keep 100% of their sales

• $25 fee (Non Refundable) is due within 48 hours of HAIR POP AND PALS acceptance notification

• If vendor fee isn’t paid within 48 hours of acceptance notification, vendor space reservation will be forfeited. Vendor is welcome to re-apply, but this does not guarantee re-acceptance for this event

• Interested in more than the “standard vendor space”? Please note that on the entry form.
  *Additional vendor fees calculated based on size requests will apply. Fee amount will be discussed in advance
  *Submitting a request for more space doesn’t guarantee availability. Confirmation will come at time of additional fee discussion

• Each vendor will be assigned a space approximately 3FTx3FT, with a display table and table cover provided

• Limited electrical access for vendors. May be able to accommodate small requests, and will be confirmed in advance

• Vendors must bring any additional display items personally needed for set up. Any items brought in by vendor, must fit comfortably with in your assigned space

  *Must be 21+, with government ID, to enter venue. There can be no exceptions due to city regulations

• Independent makers and small businesses

• Hair adjacent or creative goods (Think esthetics related, simple nail art, hair tinsel, braiding, etc)

• Work that fits the tone of the event

• Tarot readings, or anything that nods at a full moon

• Friendly, community minded, ethical, and inclusive sellers

• This is a low pressure, hangout style event, not a traditional “high volume” artist market

• Venue is strictly 21+ only, with government id needed to enter the building

• Vendors will be added to guest list for event entry

• This isn’t Star Wars, it isn’t a trap…Yes, we really do mean you handle all your money and keep 100% of it

Not everyone who applies will be selected, but we appreciate every entry!

We wish we had room for EVERYONE, but for this event vendor spots will be limited

Vendor spots are limited. Entries will be reviewed with an eye toward variety, fit, and overall flow of the room.

Didn’t make it into this event? We’ll keep your contact handy, with priority for any future events that align…cause yes there will be a next one (yay)

Vending entry closes Sunday January 13, 2026 at Midnight. However, entry may close early if all spots are filled

Regardless of vending, we hope to see you at the event!

FIRST, THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR DIY PROJECT!

TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED HERE

PRESALE TICKETS ARE $5

DAY OF TICKETS (IF AVAILABLE DUE TO CAPACITY) ARE $10 CASH AT DOOR

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