North Branch Market
winter market applications are open!
The North Branch Winter Market will be held Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 3-8 pm in the Edgebrook Metra Parking Lot. Please note that this is an outdoor market. Additional details and links to apply are below. Vendors must complete all relevant applications.
Pricing: $100
Deadline: October 15, 2026
Pricing: $175
Deadline: September 30, 2026
To complete the application, alcohol vendors will need to have the following information on hand:
1. BACP Account Number
2. City of Chicago License Number
3. State of Illinois Liquor License Number
Pricing: $175
Deadline: September 30, 2026
Hot food is categorized as:
– Prepare and sell food items for on-site consumption. Items require hot or cold holding.
– Business offering samples of any consumable item.
– Typically have a heat source on-site, such as a grill.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION APPLICATION
Pricing: Free!
Deadline: October 15, 2026
Each winter market week we have FREE spots available for a non-profit organizations such as schools or sports teams! We are looking for NPOs who will add value to our community, and who are willing to provide some sort of activity for our patrons. Please see the application for more details.
Pricing: $350
Deadline: October 15, 2026
Sponsorship is a great opportunity to reach a highly engaged audience that resides on the northwest side and nearby areas. This is an opportunity for promotional sponsorship only; sponsors will not have a booth at the market.
GENERAL INFORMATION
In 2026, no cash will be accepted onsite and all payments must be made via credit card through a secure site.
By participating in our markets, you agree to follow our market rules. For our farmers market vendors, liability insurance is required.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations and no shows greatly impact our market. We design each market based on the vendors who are participating and update to make the market feel welcoming and fun. If you cancel within 48 hours of the market via email or do not show to the market, you will be charged $50. Emails must be sent by 9:00 am on Thursday before the market.
Weather Delay Policy: In case of inclement weather 1-3pm, we will delay the market 2 hours. If weather continues, we will cancel the market.
Insurance: Vendors are required to have insurance per the City’s Farmers Market rules. Please reach out with any questions or concerns.
