Downtown Detroit Markets Seek Small Businesses for Holiday Season

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Small business owners in Detroit are invited to apply to be part of the popular and successful Downtown Detroit Markets this holiday season. The markets will be held at Cadillac Square near Campus Martius, and the application window is open from April 28 to June 1. Organizers are looking for product-based businesses to participate in the markets, which have become a cherished holiday tradition in the city.

Why it matters

The Downtown Detroit Markets provide a valuable platform for local small businesses to showcase their products and connect with holiday shoppers. This opportunity helps strengthen Detroit's small business community and celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of the city.

The details

The Downtown Detroit Markets are a seasonal event held in Cadillac Square near Campus Martius. Small businesses can apply to be vendors at the markets, which will take place during the upcoming holiday season. The application window is open from April 28 to June 1, and the first informational session for interested businesses is on Wednesday.

• The application window for the Downtown Detroit Markets is open from April 28 to June 1, 2026.
• The first informational session for interested businesses is on Wednesday, April 20, 2026.

What’s next

Small business owners in Detroit have until June 1, 2026 to apply to be part of the Downtown Detroit Markets this holiday season.