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There is a $25 refundable participation deposit to ensure participation. No Show deposits will not be refunded.
The Arkansas Acton Children’s Business Fair/ Plaza Frida
Saturday, June 28, 2025
11:00AM - 3:00PM
Currently accepting applications 🏁
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About the fair
The Arkansas Acton Children’s Business Fair is a one-day marketplace operated by young entrepreneurs aged 6-18 to showcase their talents and business, sell in an authentic environment and earn their own money.
We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation. We have thousands of youth aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners across this country, these are the people who make sacrifices to innovate, create jobs and serve their communities.
We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation. We have thousands of youth aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners across this country, these are the people who make sacrifices to innovate, create jobs and serve their communities.
Whether an entrepreneur is famous like Elon Musk or Oprah Winfrey or they are one of the thousands of unsung business owners across this country, these are the people who make sacrifices to innovate, create jobs and serve their communities.
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.
Submit Application here first before you can register for the fair. https://forms.gle/B5XhFcNHQz7p2xZq6
SUPPORT US!
We are needing donations and sponsors. You can donate by clicking the link Arkansas Children's Business Fair Donations Sponsorships are essential for the success of our event and help provide a valuable experience for all participants. Please contact us at arkansascbf@gmail.com for more information.
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The Arkansas Children's Business Fair is a team of passionate entrepreneurs, life coaches, mentors, and parents, who support children entrepreneurs in a practical and fun way. We believe that The Acton Children's Business Fair model has the potential to create a significant ripple effect right here in Arkansas. Our youngsters are deserving of this invaluable opportunity, and we're thrilled to witness the potential outcomes it may unlock!
Look forward to seeing you!!
Look forward to seeing you!!
Frequently asked questions
What is The Arkansas Acton Children’s Business Fair?
The Acton Children’s Business Fair is the largest entrepreneurship event for kids in North America, a one-day marketplace operated by young business owners aged 6-18 to showcase their talent and business, sell in an authentic environment and earn their own money.
How many businesses will you accept?
We will accept up to 40 businesses.
Where should I begin?
How do I apply? Can I apply as part of a group?
You must complete a registration form 👉🏽Registration Form: https://forms.gle/uaHtJrnCzcBbKaWa8
What are the rules?
This event is designed to give children the experience of selling a product or service. If a parent is found selling or promoting a child’s product or service, their child’s business will be disqualified from the competition. 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.
Key Goals:
Financial Independence: Help children earn and save money while they are young.
Education and Future Planning: Provide opportunities to save for college and future endeavors.
Skill Development: Teach budgeting, marketing, and decision-making.
Community Engagement: Build relationships between youth entrepreneurs, families, and local businesses.
Who Can Participate?
Kids aged 6–18 with a creative idea or business plan.
What Do They Need?
A product or service to sell.
A booth setup (tables and chairs provided).
Passion and creativity!
Why Join?
Earn real money and gain hands-on experience.
Save for your future and education.
Interact with customers and other kid entrepreneurs. Build confidence and learn to speak about products.
Network with local business owners and find mentors.
What are the rules?
This event is designed to give children the experience of selling a product or service. If a parent is found selling or promoting a child’s product or service, their child’s business will be disqualified from the competition. 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.
Key Goals:
Financial Independence: Help children earn and save money while they are young.
Education and Future Planning: Provide opportunities to save for college and future endeavors.
Skill Development: Teach budgeting, marketing, and decision-making.
Community Engagement: Build relationships between youth entrepreneurs, families, and local businesses.
Who Can Participate?
Kids aged 6–18 with a creative idea or business plan.
What Do They Need?
A product or service to sell.
A booth setup (tables and chairs provided).
Passion and creativity!
Why Join?
Earn real money and gain hands-on experience.
Save for your future and education.
Interact with customers and other kid entrepreneurs. Build confidence and learn to speak about products.
Network with local business owners and find mentors.
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.
How will the fair be set up?
Each business will be provided a 8-foot table and 1-2 chairs. Children will be provided food, drinks and certificates of appreciation.
Will electricity be available?
Yes, there will be electricity in the auditorium.
Is there a cost to register for the booth application?
No the booths are free of charge. There is a $25 refundable deposit to ensure participation. As a participant, your child is also required to wear the Arkansas Acton Children’s Business Shirt which is an additional charge $20 per child. Any & all vendor events booked by our organization the shirts are required.
Is the participant required to wear the T-shirt?
Yes. All the participating kids entrepreneurs are required to wear the business fair T-shirts for the upcoming event. This will allow for our judges and media to spot your entrepreneurs easily and help encourage our sponsors to get the spotlight and help award the winners. If you don't have the t-shirt, we’re excited to offer discounted Arkansas Children’s Business Fair for $5 each! Sizes are available on a first-come, first-served basis, but please note that specific sizes cannot be guaranteed. Any and all vendor events booked by our organization our shirts are required.
Why is a T-Shirt Required for the Event?
The T-shirt serves as a uniform for all participants, creating a sense of unity and identity among the attendees. It also helps organizers and staff easily identify participants during the event, ensuring smooth coordination and assistance, especially helping the judges to identify which booth participants to judge for.
How can I sponsor your event?
Sponsorships are essential for the success of our event and help provide a valuable experience for all participants.
Here is the sponsorship link https://form.jotform.com/241960950778166
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Here is the sponsorship link https://form.jotform.com/241960950778166
Donate 👉🏽
Please review and if you have questions please email arkansascbf@gmail.com if you have any questions.
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.
