Kid's Market of South Orange County, CA
Saturday, December 14, 2024
11:00AM - 1:00PM
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About the fair
Observe the Spark of Entrepreneurship: Empower Young Innovators to Shine!
Imagine the excitement and pride as children take their first bold steps into the world of business. At the Kid's Market, young entrepreneurs are given the extraordinary opportunity to bring their dreams to life by launching their very own businesses!
From developing a unique brand and creating innovative products or services to crafting a marketing strategy and engaging with customers, every step of this journey is designed to inspire creativity, confidence, and real-world problem-solving skills.
This is more than just a marketplace—it’s a transformative learning experience that equips children with invaluable entrepreneurial skills at an early age. By participating, children gain:
Imagine the excitement and pride as children take their first bold steps into the world of business. At the Kid's Market, young entrepreneurs are given the extraordinary opportunity to bring their dreams to life by launching their very own businesses!
From developing a unique brand and creating innovative products or services to crafting a marketing strategy and engaging with customers, every step of this journey is designed to inspire creativity, confidence, and real-world problem-solving skills.
This is more than just a marketplace—it’s a transformative learning experience that equips children with invaluable entrepreneurial skills at an early age. By participating, children gain:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities as they navigate challenges and make key decisions for their business.
- Resilience and perseverance by learning how to adapt, improve, and overcome obstacles in a supportive environment.
- Confidence and communication skills by engaging with customers, pitching their ideas, and presenting their unique creations.
- Financial literacy as they manage costs, calculate profits, and understand the value of their hard work.
Sponsored by Wonderstorm: An Acton Academy and made possible by the generous support of our donors and volunteers, the Kid's Market celebrates the idea that principled entrepreneurs are true heroes and role models for future generations.
Whether your child dreams of becoming the next Steve Jobs or Sara Blakely or simply wants to explore the exciting world of entrepreneurship, this event is an incredible platform to spark their journey. Entrepreneurs innovate, create jobs, and serve their communities—and now, your child can be part of this legacy.
Ready to watch your child shine as they share their creativity and hard work with the world? Sign up now to host a booth of their very own!
Unleash their potential. Inspire their future. Empower them to lead. The Kid’s Market is where it all begins!
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Holly Yarbrough
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Acton Children’s Business Fair?
The Acton Children’s Business Fair inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneur. The largest entrepreneurship event for children in North America, this one-day market gives children the opportunity to showcase their very own businesses.
The Acton Children’s Business Fair inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneur. The largest entrepreneurship event for children in North America, this one-day market gives children the opportunity to showcase their very own businesses.
How many businesses will you accept?
We will accept up to 36 businesses.
We will accept up to 36 businesses.
How do I apply? Can I apply as part of a group?
Application 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.
Application 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 if someone else has the same business idea?
Two cupcake businesses? Not a problem. In general, we will let market forces play out, though we will let later entries know if another applicant has a similar idea so the later entrant can decide what to do.
Two cupcake businesses? Not a problem. In general, we will let market forces play out, though we will let later entries know if another applicant has a similar idea so the later entrant can decide what to do.
How will the fair be set up?
The fair is indoors and you will be provided with a 6-foot table and table cloth.
The fair is indoors and you will be provided with a 6-foot table and table cloth.
Will electricity be available?
Yes, if you need electricity please be sure to let us know ahead of time.
Yes, if you need electricity please be sure to let us know ahead of time.
What are the rules?
This event is designed to give children the experience of selling a product or service.
This event is designed to give children the experience of selling a product or service.
Parents of younger children may sit in the booth, but the children should be responsible for set up, customer interaction, and sales.
Parents may help their child fill out the application, but we expect the children to do as much as possible by themselves.
How did the Acton Children’s Business Fair get started?
Jeff and Laura Sandefer and a few other families wanted to spark a sense of wonder and entrepreneurship in their children so they created the first Acton Children’s Business Fair in Austin, Texas, in 2007. That year, there were seven entrepreneurs and around 25 attendees. Now, there are over 115 entrepreneurs and 1,500 attendees at the Acton Children's Business Fair in Austin.
Jeff and Laura Sandefer and a few other families wanted to spark a sense of wonder and entrepreneurship in their children so they created the first Acton Children’s Business Fair in Austin, Texas, in 2007. That year, there were seven entrepreneurs and around 25 attendees. Now, there are over 115 entrepreneurs and 1,500 attendees at the Acton Children's Business Fair in Austin.
