
Acton Children's Business Fair Pioneer Valley, MA
Saturday, October 6, 2018
12:00PM - 5:00PM
This fair has ended
Find another fairSupport children in the Pioneer Valley as they embrace the opportunity to launch their very own startup business for a day! Check out our pop-up marketplace for a day of commerce, education and fun!
Come Learn & Earn!
- We will host up to 25 bussinesses at the 2nd Pioneer Valley Children's Business Fair at the innovative Mill 180 Park on Saturday, December 8th from 12 to 3 pm with awards at 3:30 pm
- If you think your child will need support in bolstering their skill set in order to be successful, please attend our financial literacy workshops at the Holyoke Public Library on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5: p.m.
Lhea Destromp
🗓️ Started hosting in 2018
🚀 Has hosted 2 fairs
13 booths participating

Craft Creations

Ods recycling
And 11 others.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Acton Children’s Business Fair?
Can I sell food or beverage items?
Yes! Please have ingredients listed clearly.
Does it cost anything?
Yes. There is a $25 registration fee that covers booth and table rental as well as custodial and security charges. Additionally, making an initial investment is a good way to make sure your child or student is serious about participating. If you're going to pay the fee, make sure they know that they will need to repay you for the upstart capital (it's up to you if you charge interest).
If the registration fee is a hardship for you, please consider going into business with two other friends. If the fee is still prohibitive, please reach out to me at holyokestrong@gmail.com.
How many businesses will you accept?
Where should I begin?
How do I apply? Can I apply as part of a group?
What is on the application?
- 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?
What if someone else has the same business idea?
How will the fair be set up?
Will electricity be available?
Can I accept credit cards?
You are welcome to setup your own Square, PayPal or other way to accept electronic payment.
What are the rules?
If you think your child will need support in bolstering their skill set in order to be successful, please be sure to attend our lunch meeting and watch your email for information about Financial Literacy Workshops in the coming weeks!
Please no food products, make-up or nail services, face painting or other such business that might require a license or certification.