2025 Holiday Market Fundraiser Vendor Info

Our 2025 Holiday Market Fundraiser is a great way for local makers, food producers, and small business owners to connect with the community, sell their products, and support the development of our community-owned food co-op.

Upcoming Event: Holiday Market Fundraiser

  • Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025

  • Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  • Location: 629 Porter St., Helena, AR 72342 (the old First Presbyterian Church)

  • Purpose: This event raises funds to help bring Big River Grocery to life in Helena.

Join us for a festive community event featuring local vendors, giveaways, a raffle, and more!

Vendor Application Form: Apply Here

Why Become a Vendor?

  • Showcase your business to the community.

  • Support a great cause — all raffle ticket and silent auction proceeds benefit the development of Big River Grocery.

  • Meet new customers who love to shop local.

  • Be part of something bigger — helping create a community-owned grocery store in Helena.

  • Grow your network by connecting with other small businesses and local makers.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome a diverse mix of vendors, including:

  • Local farmers and food producers

  • Handmade craft and art vendors

  • Baked goods and sweet treat businesses

  • Small batch makers (candles, soaps, home goods)

  • Local entrepreneurs and pop-up food vendors

  • Apparel, jewelry, and accessories

  • Beauty, health, and body

  • Home goods and décor

  • Seasonal and miscellaneous

We aim to feature a variety of products to make this event exciting and unique!

Apply to become a Vendor

Vendor Details

  • Vendor spaces are limited – apply early to secure your spot.

  • Setup time: 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

  • Event time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  • Vendor fee: There is NO FEE to participate as a vendor, but ALL vendors are required to provide an item or gift certificate that has a $20 value to use as a raffle item.

  • Vendors must bring their own tables, tents, and displays.

  • Electricity: Limited availability — please note in your application if needed. (All food must be prepared in advance. No food can be prepared on-site. Open flames are not allowed.)

  • We’ll send setup details and confirmation once your application is approved.

About Big River Grocery

Big River Grocery is a community-owned food cooperative that will provide access to fresh, healthy, and affordable food in Helena, Arkansas. The store will be housed in the historic 1925 First Presbyterian Church building, which was donated to help make this vision a reality.

This market is more than an event — it’s a step toward opening a grocery store built by the people, for the people.

Ready to Join Us?

Become part of the movement to bring Big River Grocery to life!

Become a Vendor

Have questions? Email us at info@bigrivergrocery.com or message us on Facebook at @BigRiverGrocery.

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