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Don't forget to fill out the application for Arts in the Park in addition to the business fair application. Also, payment needs to be received before being confirmed a spot.
Acton Children's Business Fair The Woodlands
Saturday, March 14, 2020
2:00PM - 6:00PM
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About the fair
Observe young entrepreneurs launching their very own startup business!
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 30 booths at the 3rd annual Acton Woodlands Children's Business Fair in partnership with Arts in the Park on March 14th from 2 PM-6 PM at Rob Fleming Park (6055 Creekside Forest Dr. The Woodlands, TX). In addition to completing your application for the business fair you will need to complete an application for Arts in the Park (these need to be received by March 9th; sign, scan and text to 713-992-4384 or print and return to a member of the Acton Staff at 11510 FM 1488 Magnolia, TX 77354). Booth entry fees are $10/booth and should be paid online and submitted at the time of your application. Refunds will not be issued for any reason once applications have been accepted. Since space is limited, if you are not able to attend the fair please let us know ASAP so that we can open your spot to another entrepreneur.
This event is sponsored by Arts in the Park, Acton Academy The Woodlands, the Acton School of Business, and the generous support of our donors and volunteers. We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.
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.
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We are a community of passionate entrepreneurs, teachers, mentors, parents, who want our children to learn about entrepreneurship in a practical and fun way.
24 booths participating
Snazzy Bow Ties
Hanging by a thread
And 22 others.
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 kids 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 30 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 business fair will be an outdoor event combined with Arts in The Park. We will have a limited number of canopies and tables available. Businesses utilizing the canopies will be given a booth with an 8-foot table (to share with one other business), and 2 chairs. Table cloths will not be provided. We are not able to accommodate businesses requiring electricity. Businesses that need a full 6-8' table will need to provide their own table, chair and canopy (optional).
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.
What level of involvement can adults have in the process?
Handmade products, services, etc. need to be the work of the applicants. It may be tempting for adults to jump in and help, but keep in mind that the purpose of the fair is to provide a learning experience for young entrepreneurs. Don't rob your young entrepreneur of valuable learning and remember learning comes from both success and/or failure.
Applications for baked goods will not be accepted at this fair
What level of involvement can adults have in the process?
Handmade products, services, etc. need to be the work of the applicants. It may be tempting for adults to jump in and help, but keep in mind that the purpose of the fair is to provide a learning experience for young entrepreneurs. Don't rob your young entrepreneur of valuable learning and remember learning comes from both success and/or failure.
Applications for baked goods will not be accepted at this fair
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.
