Pop-Up Art Market

Sunday, April 26, 11 am - 3 pm
Fremont Downtown Event Center

New This Year, Artists’ Pop-Up Market!

Fremont Creates is hosting an Artists’ Pop-Up Market at the Downtown Event Center in Fremont on April 26, 2026 from 11 am – 3 pm to wrap up April is Arts, Culture & Creativity Month. All local artists are invited to display and sell their pieces at this event.

In addition, there will be two adult hands-on workshops. More information to come.

And finally, the ever-popular Makerspace for kids of all ages will be open from 11 am to 3 pm as well.

Come enjoy and connect with the Fremont local art creators!

Scroll down to read about eligibility, requirements, and details. The registration button is at the bottom of the page.

Eligibility

The market is open to all artists residing in Alameda County, CA, 18 years of age or older. Preference is given to artists with a Fremont connection - residence, work, students, or membership in an a Fremont art association.
Participation is free of charge.
All sales must be handled directly by the artists. Artists are fully responsible for their own sales tax, permits, and licenses.

All selling artists must have Fremont business licenses. Artists who are not based in Fremont must obtain a one-day business license from the City of Fremont. All selling artists must have Fremont Business licenses. One-day business licenses are available for a nominal amount, in-person from the City of Fremont. Contact the City of Fremont Revenue department (510) 494-4790 for office hours and for all questions regarding business licensing.
All selling artists must have the appropriate California Board of Equalization Sellers Permit for collection and remitting sales tax. Temporary Sellers' Permits are available: https://cdtfa.ca.gov/industry/temporary-sellers/

This is a family-friendly event. Artwork must be appropriate for this family-friendly audience.

Space & Artwork

Each artist will be assigned an 8’ x 5’ space. Spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and assigned by the committee.
The venue will provide one table (5’ x 3’) and one chair per artist.
Artists must bring their own display materials, including (but not limited to) art panels, easels, and racks.

All equipment must fit within the 8’ x 5’ space, be stable, and safe for the public.
No additional support or equipment will be provided by the venue.

Please inform us in advance if:

You do not need a table.
You need an extra chair.
You require access to an electrical outlet (limited availability).

Commitment

A $50 refundable deposit is required to secure your spot at the market.
The deposit will not be refunded in the event of a no-show.
If you are unable to attend, please notify us at least 14 days prior to the event to receive a refund of your deposit.

Marketing & Promotion

The event will be promoted through Fremont Creates social media, email newsletters, and community channels.
Participating artists should provide 1-3 pictures of their artwork for marketing purposes. Artists’ names and pictures of their art works may be featured in promotional materials (social media posts, stories, and event announcements).
Artists are encouraged to promote the event through their own networks to help create a vibrant and successful market.

Set Up & Event Schedule

The venue will open at 8 am. Artists may arrive as early as 8 am and must check in upon arrival. Drop-off and set-up information will be provided closer to the event.
The market will be open to the public from 11 am to 3 pm (tentative). Artists are required to remain at their assigned space for the entire duration of the event.
No early breakdowns are permitted. Artists may begin packing up at 3 pm.
All artwork, display equipment, and personal items must be removed after the event. No trash or materials may be left behind. Artists must be out of the facility by 4 pm.