Upcoming Craft Events

One of our goals at Before & Crafter LLC is to continue building Southwest Kansas’ favorite community market experience. Blending the best of antique, Vintage, flea and collector markets, craft fairs, small business pop-ups, food vendors, and community activities—all under one roof! (Apply online at the bottom of this page)

2026

Spring Flea Market:  Come and Gone: March 7th / 8th, 2026

Fall Flea Market; October 10th & 11th, 2026

2027

Spring Flea Market: March 6th / 7th, 2027

Fall Flea Market; October 9th / 10th, 2027

Grant County Civic Center

1000 W. Patterson Avenue

Ulysses, KS 67880

For the 2026 markets, all vendor spaces will be located indoors. Outdoor booth space is not available at this time (except food trucks); however, we plan to expand to outdoor vendor areas in future years.

Food Vendors & Food Trucks:

• Food trucks may set up in the designated food court area with access to electricity and water hookups, or in the front area of the venue (generator required if not using hookups).
• Indoor food vendors will have access to a prep area near the kitchen space if needed.
• When applying, please indicate your equipment needs and approximate space requirements so we can best accommodate your setup.

General Booth Responsibility:

Vendors are expected to maintain and clean their designated booth area. All items, displays, and equipment should remain within the assigned space and be removed at the end of the event.

Approved Vendor Types

We welcome a wide range of vendors, including but not limited to:

• Handmade & artisan goods
• Antiques & vintage items
• Boutique and small business products
• Collectibles, toys, games & hobby items
• Clothing, décor & household items
• Workshop overstock, tools & unique finds
• Cottage food, packaged baked goods & specialty treats (must follow applicable health guidelines)
• Community groups & informational booths (flyer distribution welcome)

Prohibited Items

To comply with venue contracts and community safety guidelines, the following are not permitted for sale or display:

• Alcohol or liquor sales
• No Firearms can be sold on-site at this event
• Illicit drugs or any illegal items
• Live animal Sales (flyers or rescues promoting adoption are welcome, but no on-site animal sales)

Any vendor found in violation of these rules will be asked to leave the event without refund.

We are committed to creating a safe, family-friendly environment that supports local makers, small businesses, collectors, and community groups. If you have a unique product or setup request and are unsure if it qualifies, please reach out—we’re happy to help clarify before registration.

When is the next show: October 10th & 11th, 2026 

Saturday Show is open to public from 9am - 7pm  / Sunday is 11am-4pm. 

When is set up: The Civic Center will be open and available for set up on Friday (Day before event) from 1:00p-7:00p. Alternatively the building will be open for set up on Saturday (day of event) from 8a-9a. During these set up times no public will be allowed to enter / shop the building. Vendors may choose to participate in a Vendor Swap on Friday between 5p-7:00p. participating vendors can take this time to shop other attending vendors.  

What are the booth costs:

 10’x10’ Booths  $35 until August 31st / $40 Post August 31st (Non- Profits $0)

 10’x20’ Booths $60 Until August 31st  / $75 Post August  31st 

Outdoor Food Trucks and Indoor “made to order” food vendors are a flat $25, just need to advise your space, hook up needs.  These vendors will be with the food trucks outside or in the food court room. 

Please feel free to reserve multiple spaces. If you need special accommodations or very large areas please reach out to us. We will do our best to work with you. 

10’x10’ Booths will be provided 1 (8’) table

10’x20’ Booths will be provided 2 (8’) tables

Additional tables will be added to your booth during set up for $5 per table.

How do I sign up? (3 Options) 

1. (Preferred)  Click the link at the bottom of this page to go to the online application. Fill out online and submit. We will then contact you to complete payment . 

2. Download the application below and send it to us via mail to 110 N. Main St, Ulysses, KS, 67880.

3. Stop by our store in Ulysses and fill out an application in person. 110 N. Main St. Ulysses, KS, 67880

Still have questions? feel free to reach out to us.    

Contact:

Caitlin Alexander

Caitlin.alexander@beforeandcrafter.com

(620)952-1514

Pam Hampton

 Pam.hampton@beforeandcrafter.com

Craig Hampton

craig.hampton@beforeandcrafter.com