Become a Vendor

Daily Vendors • $25.00 per parking space, per day Monthly Vendors • $15.00 per parking space, per day • Monthly vendors must pre-pay a minimum of one (1) month • Monthly vendors may pay up to six (6) months in advance All payments are made on-site during Market cashier hours. All fees are final.

The Market operates Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, weather permitting. Vendor setup begins as early as 5:00 AM and must be completed by 7:30 AM.

You may vend up to two (2) days per calendar year without a California Seller’s Permit. If you vend more than two days per year, a Seller’s Permit is required by the State of California. Please visit cdtfa.ca.gov (cdtfa.ca.gov)to obtain a permit.

After submitting the form, our team will email you within 1–3 business days with the next steps and instructions. 👉 Please check your spam or junk folder, as emails occasionally land there.

If you vend more than two days per year, yes. Please visit cdtfa.ca.gov (cdtfa.ca.gov)to obtain a permit. Vendors required to have a Seller’s Permit must submit: • A valid photo ID • A Seller’s Permit listing 5151 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207

Permit requirements vary based on what you sell. Below is a general overview by vendor type. All vendors must comply with local, state, and Delta College regulations. Important: Some vendor categories may have a waiting list. Please contact the Market office before obtaining any permits or licenses to confirm eligibility. 🔹 General Merchandise Vendors (Vintage, resale, crafts, retail items, etc.) You may sell up to two (2) times per calendar year without a California Seller’s Permit. If you sell more than two days per year, a Seller’s Permit is required. Typically required: • Photo ID • California Seller’s Permit (if required) Apply here(cdtfa.ca.gov) Some items may require additional approval depending on what is being sold. Food & Produce Vendors (Anything edible) Required: • San Joaquin County Environmental Health Permit • California Seller’s Permit (if required based on products sold) • Proof of liability insurance All food vendors must comply with current health department regulations. Cottage Food Vendors (Home-prepared foods) Required: • San Joaquin County Cottage Food Permit (Class A or Class B) • California Seller’s Permit (if required by product type) • Proper food labeling in compliance with California law Only approved cottage food items may be sold. Plant Vendors Required: • California Seller’s Permit Additionally: • Selling over $1,000 annually: California Department of Food & Agriculture Nursery License Apply here(https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/forms/docs/64-029a_application_for_license_to_sell_nursery_stock.pdf) • Selling under $1,000 annually: CDFA Fee-Exempt Nursery License Apply here(https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/plant/pe/nsc/docs/nipm/nipm_2_4_fee_exempt_lic.pdf) Mattress Vendors Mattress sales are highly regulated. Required: • California Seller’s Permit • California Bureau of Household Goods and Services license Apply here(https://bhgs.dca.ca.gov/forms_pubs/app_reg.pdf) Important Notes (Please Read) • All permits must be valid and up to date before your first selling day • Vendors are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable laws If you’re unsure which permits apply to you, our team is happy to help guide you through the process before you apply.

Prohibited items include (but are not limited to): • Alcohol, tobacco, or tobacco products • Animals • Firearms, weapons, or tasers • Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia • Counterfeit or knock-off brand items • Pornographic materials • Used mattresses

No. All space rentals are non-refundable, with no exceptions.

Vendors are expected to act professionally and respectfully toward staff, patrons, and other vendors. Disruptive behavior may result in immediate removal and forfeiture of fees.