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APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!
www.PensapreneurKids.org/apply
Pensacola Children's Business Fair
Sunday, November 7, 2021
12:00PM - 3:00PM
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About the fair
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
An opportunity for local children to launch their very own startup business!
Kids ages 6 to 17 develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day outdoor marketplace.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 22, 2021
FAIR DAY: November 7, 2021 - Weekend of Foo Foo Fest!
VENDOR LAUNCH PARTY
Don’t miss our Kickoff Launch party for all accepted vendors! Launch Party for Group A is on October 8 from 5-7:30 PM. Launch Party for Group B is on October 22 from 5-7:30 pm.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Applications are processed weekly starting in September. We reserve the right to limit the number of businesses that can sell a similar product, e.g. slime, bath bombs.
All products must be homemade and not store-bought. We encourage young creatives to build a product and launch from scratch! We also accept service-based businesses, e.g. lawn care, dog walking, custom art. If you are selling food make sure you become familiar with Florida's cottage law under Escambia County.
Last-minute changes to business plans may not be accepted due to planning and logistics. There is a $15 participation fee just like a real market.
Once you apply, expect to hear back within 7 business days or the following Monday. The participation fee must be paid within 72 hours of acceptance. If payment is not received by that time, the spot will be forfeited to the next entrepreneur in line due to the high number of expected applicants.
SPONSOR THE FAIR
If you are an entrepreneur that would like to inspire our young business owners please consider becoming an event sponsor! Visit or email admin@pensapreneurkids.org.
VOLUNTEER
Want to help during the events to make sure our kids have a wonderful experience on their journey to becoming kid bosses? We would love for you to volunteer for the workshops, launch party, and day of the Fairs!
Become a volunteer »
QUESTIONS?
Email us at admin@pensapreneurkids.org. Read our FAQ below the Sponsors section.
PCBF Media Kit - Access press release, logos, flyer, and photos here
FAIR DAY: November 7, 2021 - Weekend of Foo Foo Fest!
VENDOR LAUNCH PARTY
Don’t miss our Kickoff Launch party for all accepted vendors! Launch Party for Group A is on October 8 from 5-7:30 PM. Launch Party for Group B is on October 22 from 5-7:30 pm.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Applications are processed weekly starting in September. We reserve the right to limit the number of businesses that can sell a similar product, e.g. slime, bath bombs.
All products must be homemade and not store-bought. We encourage young creatives to build a product and launch from scratch! We also accept service-based businesses, e.g. lawn care, dog walking, custom art. If you are selling food make sure you become familiar with Florida's cottage law under Escambia County.
Last-minute changes to business plans may not be accepted due to planning and logistics. There is a $15 participation fee just like a real market.
Once you apply, expect to hear back within 7 business days or the following Monday. The participation fee must be paid within 72 hours of acceptance. If payment is not received by that time, the spot will be forfeited to the next entrepreneur in line due to the high number of expected applicants.
SPONSOR THE FAIR
If you are an entrepreneur that would like to inspire our young business owners please consider becoming an event sponsor! Visit or email admin@pensapreneurkids.org.
VOLUNTEER
Want to help during the events to make sure our kids have a wonderful experience on their journey to becoming kid bosses? We would love for you to volunteer for the workshops, launch party, and day of the Fairs!
Become a volunteer »
QUESTIONS?
Email us at admin@pensapreneurkids.org. Read our FAQ below the Sponsors section.
PCBF Media Kit - Access press release, logos, flyer, and photos here
Hosted by
Crystal Barrineau
🗓️ Started hosting in 2019
🚀 Has hosted 4 fairs
We are a team of passionate entrepreneurs, teachers, mentors, and parents, who want our children to learn about entrepreneurship in a practical and fun way.
6 booths participating
Blue House Blankets
Live Sweetly
And 4 others.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Pensacola Children’s Business Fair?
The Pensacola Children’s Business Fair inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneur. The largest entrepreneurship event for kids in North America, this one-day market gives children the opportunity to showcase their very own businesses.
How many businesses will you accept?
We can accept up to 50 businesses.
Where should I begin?
Start with our resources page. Read inspiring stories about other young entrepreneurs and play games to hone your business skills.
How do I apply? Can I apply as part of a group?
Applications must be submitted online. Please submit one application for each business. Children working as a group should submit one application that includes each child’s information. No more than 3 participants per business.
What is on the application?
The application asks kids to think through some simple, but important elements of their business:
- What product or service do you plan to sell?
- What price will you charge for each product/service? How much will each product/service cost you?
- How will you pay for your startup costs? If someone is helping you with your startup costs, how will you pay that person back?
- How will you advertise/market your business before the fair?
- At the end of the fair, how will you determine if your business was a success?
How will the fair be set up?
The fair will be an outdoor event. Each business will need to supply or rent their own 6 or 8-foot table, full-cover tent (10x10 size only), and chairs. We are not able to accommodate businesses requiring electricity.
Will electricity be available?
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide electricity to the booths.
What are the rules?
This event is designed to give children the experience of creating a business and selling a product or service. If a parent is found creating a business for a child or selling a child’s product or service, the child’s business will be disqualified from attending another PCBF. This includes but not limited to family businesses.
One parent/adult guardian only of younger children may sit in the booth with the children, but the children should be responsible for set up, customer interaction, and sales. Only 1 parent is allowed behind the vendor booth at all time. We encourage other parents/caregivers to volunteer for PCBF day of fair or bring a chair and sit in the vendor family area!
Parents may help their child fill out the application, but we expect the children to do as much as possible by themselves.
One parent/adult guardian only of younger children may sit in the booth with the children, but the children should be responsible for set up, customer interaction, and sales. Only 1 parent is allowed behind the vendor booth at all time. We encourage other parents/caregivers to volunteer for PCBF day of fair or bring a chair and sit in the vendor family area!
Parents may help their child fill out the application, but we expect the children to do as much as possible by themselves.
