Children Business Fair - Destiny USA
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About the fair
The Children’s Business Fair will take place at Destiny USA in Syracuse as part of the NY Family Expo on December 12, 2026.
The Fair gives young entrepreneurs an opportunity to create, present, and sell their own products and business ideas to real visitors. Children can develop entrepreneurship, creativity, communication, problem-solving, financial literacy, and confidence while gaining practical experience in a fun and supportive environment.
Families are invited to meet young entrepreneurs, explore their projects, support their businesses, and see how entrepreneurship can become a powerful learning experience for children.
We also invite partners and sponsors to support the Children’s Business Fair and other activities within the NY Family Expo.
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12 booths participating
Cecelia’s Creations
UnicornGirl
And 10 others.
Frequently asked questions
About the Fair
What is the Kids Business Fair?
The Kids Business Fair inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneur. This one-day market gives kids the chance to create and showcase their very own businesses in a fun, real-world setting.
The Kids Business Fair inspires children to discover their inner entrepreneur. This one-day market gives kids the chance to create and showcase their very own businesses in a fun, real-world setting.
How many businesses will you accept?
We will make every effort to accept all applications.
We will make every effort to accept all applications.
Applications
How do I apply? Can I apply as part of a group?
Applications must be submitted online. Please submit one application per business. Children working as a group should submit a single application that includes each participant’s information. No more than three participants may be part of one business.
Applications must be submitted online. Please submit one application per business. Children working as a group should submit a single application that includes each participant’s information. No more than three participants may be part of one business.
Can parents help with the application?
Parents may help children fill out the form, but children should contribute as much as possible to the application.
Parents may help children fill out the form, but children should contribute as much as possible to the application.
Business Ideas
What if someone else has the same idea?
Duplicate ideas are allowed. For example, more than one jewelry or art business is fine. If a similar idea has already been submitted, later applicants will be notified so they can decide if they want to adjust their plan.
Duplicate ideas are allowed. For example, more than one jewelry or art business is fine. If a similar idea has already been submitted, later applicants will be notified so they can decide if they want to adjust their plan.
Can I resell products or include adult-made items?
No. Only goods or services created or produced by children may be sold. Reselling or selling adult-made products is not allowed.
No. Only goods or services created or produced by children may be sold. Reselling or selling adult-made products is not allowed.
Can I sell food or drinks?
No. Food and drink sales are not allowed at the fair.
No. Food and drink sales are not allowed at the fair.
Booth Setup
How will the fair be set up?
Each business must bring their own table (no larger than 6 feet), chairs, tablecloth, and any display materials. All items must fit within the assigned space and not interfere with other booths.
Each business must bring their own table (no larger than 6 feet), chairs, tablecloth, and any display materials. All items must fit within the assigned space and not interfere with other booths.
Will electricity be available?
No. Electricity will not be provided for any booths.
No. Electricity will not be provided for any booths.
Rules During the Fair
What are the rules for participation?
The fair is designed to give children hands-on experience running a business. Children are expected to handle setup, customer interaction, and sales on their own. Each booth should be fully set up before the event begins and remain open for the entire duration.
The fair is designed to give children hands-on experience running a business. Children are expected to handle setup, customer interaction, and sales on their own. Each booth should be fully set up before the event begins and remain open for the entire duration.
Can parents help during the fair?
Parents must supervise their children but may not sell or promote products or services. If a parent is found selling or promoting a child’s business, the business will be disqualified.
Parents must supervise their children but may not sell or promote products or services. If a parent is found selling or promoting a child’s business, the business will be disqualified.
Are there any restrictions on booth behavior?
Yes. Children must stay at their booths and may not walk around selling or soliciting. Loud music or disruptive behavior is not allowed. Booths must be cleaned up after the event, and all materials must be taken home.
Yes. Children must stay at their booths and may not walk around selling or soliciting. Loud music or disruptive behavior is not allowed. Booths must be cleaned up after the event, and all materials must be taken home.
