Become a Vendor 

It’s free & there’s no obligation!

VENDOR FAQs:

General Info:

  • The Montclair Flea will be open to the public from 11am-6pm most weekends starting May 10th. Check out our calendar for the exact dates.

  • The Montclair Flea is located inside Lackawanna Station in downtown Montclair, NJ.

  • Indoors! #staywarm #tentsnotneeded

  • All kinds - vintage, makers, you name it. We’ll also host food and drink vendors. You don’t need to be based in Montclair to sell with us but we’ll prioritize New Jersey businesses.

  • We mostly want to feature organizations who have goods to sell, but we may invite a small number of local organizations with a related mission, service, or interest. Reach out to us directly at hello@montclairflea.com if you’re interested rather than applying through the vendor form.

  • Right here.

  • You do, but just because we’ve upgraded our platform and with this application, you only need to apply once more and never again! But we got you - all your info from your last application will pre-populate to make it that much easier to get through.

  • We accept and respond to applications on a rolling basis, and you’ll hear back from us within 5 business day on whether you’ve been invited to participate. If you are accepted, you’ll receive further instructions on booking your dates, accessing your public profile, and more. If you don’t get approved, you will have an opportunity to update your application and give us further information so that you can be reconsidered.

  • No. It’s important that we have a curated and diverse mix of products at the market and we’ll likely have more applications than we can accommodate. If you submit an application, you’ll hear back from us either way within 5 business days.

  • Nope!

  • Not at all! While we hope you decide to vend with us once you’ve been accepted, you’re under no obligation to do so.

  • We’re currently accepting applications on a rolling basis based on space and date availability. While there is currently not a deadline to apply, our markets are known to sell out, so don’t delay!

  • In your vendor portal! The link will be in your acceptance email.

  • You can participate in a single day or multiple days, as many days as you like! And you do not need to participate in both days of the weekend - although there is a sweet discount if you do. After you’re accepted, you’ll be able to see the dates + markets you’re approved for, and you can book directly from the vendor portal.

Application Questions:

  • There’s a $200 fee per day for a standard 10x10 space. This includes provided parking at Bay street station nearby, and up to 2 6ft tables.

    Pricing increases for larger tables, end caps, electricity, etc. Check the vendor portal for all available options and costs.

    There are no township fees to participate, but food vendors will incur an additional $150-$200 fee to obtain a Food Vending permit if they don’t already have one.

    We don’t take a commission on any sales from vendors.

  • No, what you make at the flea is yours for the taking. We don’t receive any percentage of sales made at the market.

  • No, but we do offer multiple Buy Now Pay Later options like Klarna and Affirm. You’ll be able to make those selections during the checkout process.

  • All vendors need a NJ Sales Tax Certificate of Authority number, which there is not a charge for. To make it extra easy to apply, you’ll find a walkthrough video in your Vendor Guide to take you through it step-by-step.

    Food vendors will need to pay $150-$200 to obtain a Food Vending permit if they don’t already have one. Vendors who won’t need a permit for more than 10 days/year can choose the $150 temporary option. If you plan to vend more than 10 days in a calendar year, the $200 Indoor Market option is best.

  • Sign into your portal and choose the dates you’d like to vend out of the ones you’re approved for. You can sign up for just one date, all the dates, or a number in between! Add them to your cart and you’ll be led through the checkout process.

  • Your payment is due at the time of your booking. That gets you slotted into a booth and on the vendor roster.

    Please note that we do offer multiple Buy Now Pay Later options like Klarna and Affirm. You’ll be able to make those selections during the checkout process.

  • Great news: your credit has been applied to your account and will show up at checkout. Of course, if you don’t see your credit as an option to use while you’re booking your next market, please email us & we’ll get on the case!

Fees & Financials:

  • This is an indoor market so you don’t need a tent, and we provide up to 2 tables at the event for you to use. You’ll just need to bring any additional setup materials you need for merchandising.

  • Due to the size of this market, we can’t offer rentals. If there’s something you need for your booth setup that you can’t get yourself, email us at montclairflea@lackawanna.com and we’ll do our best to help you out.

  • Some spaces have access to electricity for an additional charge. Limited spaces are available. You’ll be able to see availability and choose an electric spot at checkout, if you’d like.

  • The load-in process details will be in the Vendor Guide, which you’ll receive upon acceptance to Montclair Flea. The guide will cover everything you need to know for a smooth setup. We look forward to making it a great experience for you!

  • Absolutely! You can find it in the dashboard of your vendor portal under “Resources.”

  • Yes, once you load in on the first day, you’re welcome to leave your booth set up for the next day’s market. The space will be securely locked overnight until when vendors are allowed back in.

  • Peddlers permits are not needed to vend at the Montclair Flea.

    However, all vendors need a NJ Sales Tax Certificate of Authority number, which you can obtain for free and in just 20ish minutes! The step-by-step walkthrough video in the Vendor Guide makes it extra easy. Copies of your Certificates of Authority must be on premises but need not necessarily be displayed during your market.

    Food vendor? You’ll need to fill out a food permit application, which you can download here. If you plan to vend with us regularly, the Indoor Market Permit option will be the most cost effective. Otherwise, the Temporary Food Vendor Permit covers up to 10 vending days and is all you need. Either permit will cover you through the end of the calendar year.

    Unsure whether you need the food permit? Please call the Montclair Health Department at 973.509.4970, as they can best assist you.

    Please note that all food vendors are responsible for ensuring they have the necessary permits and comply with local health codes. While we’re here to help you have a great market, we can’t assume responsibility for issues that might arise if these requirements aren’t met.

  • We are not air conditioned inside the main market space. That being said, the space is completely cut off from sunlight, in what is essentially a giant cinderblock cave. There are Big Ass fans installed (yes, that’s the name brand) and an industrial air intake. The temp during the summer months hovers around 65-70 degrees without any help, and in the winter around 55-60. So, its reasonably temp regulated. The main corridor of the mall is air conditioned, so we get the benefit of some of that circulating in as well.

Logistics & Operations:

  • Vendor fees are non-refundable, as we allocate resources and plan operations based on expected participants. However, we understand that plans can change!

    If your market date is more than 14 days away, you can cancel your date(s) directly in the vendor portal and receive a credit for the full amount minus credit card processing fees. Just look for the link “Cancel market” in the market you want to cancel and you’ll be all set!

    If we cancel the event due to weather, you’ll receive a full refund of your vendor fee. The township fee, however, is non-refundable.

  • If we cancel the event due to weather, you’ll receive a full refund of your vendor fee. The township fee, however, is non-refundable.

Changes & Cancellations:

  • Absolutely! But because of the sheer number of vendors we have, we can not guarantee a promotional post for everyone.

    To be considered, be sure to include your social handles, websites etc. in your application. And tag us @montclair_flea and #montclairflea with every post so we can easily share on our stories!

  • In the Vendor Guide! It contains links to social media templates, our logo, swipe copy and plenty of promo ideas to implement, too. You’ll find the link under “Resources” in the dashboard of your vendor portal.

  • Our interactive, digital map makes it easy! Feel free to tell your people that they can locate you by scanning the QR code for the digital map when they arrive, and using the search feature to look up your business name. The map will bring them right to you!

Promotions & Marketing:

  • If you haven’t already, please email us at montclairflea@lackawanna.com. If you’ve already emailed and are waiting for a response, sit tight! We’re a lean and mean admin team and it can take a few business days for us to reply. But while you wait, here’s how you can safelist our email address so it stays out of your spam folder. Thanks for your patience!

  • We’re a lean-and-mean admin team, and it takes about 3 business days for an email reply. If you’ve been waiting longer than that, please ping us again and we’ll prioritize your inquiry - but check your spam first, please! We might be hiding in that dreaded folder.

    Here’s how you can safelist our email address.

  • Right here! Use the buttons at the top of the page to get to the section you want. Otherwise, get ready for a loooooooooot of scrolling.

Additional Info:

What makes us different?

Supportive Community 

Community is at the core of what we’re all about. We know how hard it can be to navigate the challenges of owning a business or putting your work out into the world, and we want to create a community of support to lean on and learn from. Plus, it’s fun to make friends with other inspiring people doing cool things. We’ll continue to look for ways to foster a supportive community amongst our vendors with ongoing vendor events, education, and resources. 

Clear Communication

We’ll communicate early and often with everything you’ll need to know to prepare and plan for our events and we’re committed to being responsive to any questions you have along the way. 

Fun, Memorable Experience

We want to help you earn an income, connect with the community, and above all, have an amazing time doing it. We’ll continue to find ways to make the seller experience an awesome one, with the little thoughtful details you’d always wished someone thought about.