Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace.
We will host booths at the 1st annual event at Alderwood Park on May 18 , 2024 from 11am – 1 pm.
10 am will be the Earliest you can come to set up and we complete sales by 1 pm and cleaned up at 130pm .
Opportunity for children to launch their very own startup business!
Develop a brand
Create a product or service
Build a marketing strategy
Open for customers at our one-day marketplace
Create profit and loss statements by adding what they spent on materials and what they would have to sell into spreadsheets. (Assistance by Parents)
Event Will be sponsored by ROC Electrical and Action children's business Fairs / Action Academy / Next Great Adventure
This is an opportunity and platform for our kids to take their hobbies and interests and turn them into business ideas. I believe it is important to spark a sense of wonder and entrepreneurship in our children. Our Children’s Business Fair will be child-centered and led , but please feel free to support them as you see fit but tlet them run the booth.
Our fair will also be a competition and would feature awards at the end of the day, including best sales pitch, best product, best booth presentation, and a people’s choice award voted on by the fair committee who shopped the fair. (Made up of Trail life members TBD )
Sample of Types of things to sell – (for example )
Selling items or products / handmade cat and dog toys and treats
Artist offering their work for sale or pictures as art
Selling activities or entertainment / (example ) selling guesses, jars full of candy, and participants were welcome to try to put a number on jelly beans for a chance to win the jar
offer services like Pet sitting / Lawn mowing
Music or Talent during the event and collecting tips (Example ) Playing music or telling Jokes
Hosted by
Marcus Murillo
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Hi, I’m Marcus Murillo, a father of three and the proud owner of ROC Electrical, based in Murrieta, CA. As a business owner, I’ve experienced the blessings, rewards, and challenges of entrepreneurship firsthand. My goal is to inspire and equip young minds with the confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills needed to build something of their own.
I know firsthand how valuable it is to learn the ropes of business at a young age. When I started ROC Electrical, I faced challenges that taught me the importance of perseverance, problem-solving, and adaptability—skills I want to pass down to my children and others in our community. That’s why I host this fair—not only to bring this opportunity to local kids but also to lead and teach my son about the realities of business ownership.
As a leader in Trail Life Troop 1321, I believe that by supporting and encouraging young entrepreneurs, we’re helping shape the future business leaders and innovators of Murrieta and beyond. Whether your child already has a business idea or just wants to explore entrepreneurship, this fair is the perfect chance to gain hands-on experience, meet like-minded peers, and have fun learning valuable life skills.
I’m excited to see the young entrepreneurs of our community shine and showcase their talents. Join us for a day of innovation, learning, and fun as we celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship!
The Acton Children’s Business Fair inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneurs. The largest entrepreneurship event for kids in North America, this one-day market gives children the opportunity to showcase their very own businesses.
Is there a Cost?
The event is being sponsored but we will take the $5 suggested donation per Vendor. These funds would go towards Prizes and Special talent fees for our child entertainers
How many businesses will you accept?
We will accept up to 36 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?
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 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?
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?
The fair will be an outdoor event with booths. Each business will be provided max 8-foot table and 1-2 chairs (to share with one other business), Shade and covering are optional but not provided. Tablecloths will not be provided. 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 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.
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.
Our incredible sponsors
Children's Business Fair
Acton Academy
Next Great Adventure
ROC Electrical
Trail life 1321 - Murrieta
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Participating booths
Tbd
Hopeful stitches
Yummy Paws
Sicily’s Italian Sodas
Guess What
No Name
No Name
Malakai’s Snack Shack
Railroad Canyon Succulents
The.three.crocheter
Rileys tales and trades
America Rules
Pals
Abigail's Butterfly Bakery
Kyson's Origami Shop
Micah’s Cool Pops
Scalvini's Egg-cellent Homestead
Siana's Art Shop
Cloud Nine Creations
Knot World
Uncertain yet
Tbd
No Name
Eva - Stars Jewelry
Jonathan - Omega Woodworking
California Critter Catchers
Rainbow Crayons & Bricks
Mattilynn’s Crafty Creations
Levi’s Fresh Lemonade
All Types of Slime
Camden’s Arcane Emporium
Brook bakes
Dizzy's Designs
Contact us
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a reply. Thanks for your interest!
The Acton Children's Business Fair does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin and admits and gives all hosts and participants access to the same rights, privileges, programs and activities.
