Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Vendor, attendee, and sponsor questions, all in one place.
What is Shop the Market At?
We're a Chattanooga-based event production company. We produce artisan markets, farmers markets, food festivals, and community events at venues across Chattanooga and Southeast Tennessee — year-round.
Where are your events?
Across the region — Chattanooga Choo Choo, Coolidge Park, The Commons in Collegedale, McDonald Farm in Sale Creek, Mountain Arts Community Center on Signal Mountain, and Ketner's Mill in Whitwell.
How do I find weekend markets near Chattanooga?
Browse our full 2026–2027 calendar at shopthemarketat.com/events. We run 31+ events per year, including artisan markets, farmers markets, food festivals, and holiday shopping events.
How do I apply as a vendor?
All applications are through EventHub. Visit our Vendors page for links, or go directly to eventhub.net/profiles/shopthemarketat.
How much does it cost to apply as a vendor?
Applying is free. Booth fees vary by event and category and are listed in EventHub when you apply.
How do I know a vendor message is really from Shop the Market At?
Official vendor applications and booth payments happen only through EventHub or official Shop the Market At links. We never authorize anyone to sell or transfer booth space privately, and you should never send payment to an individual claiming to offer you a booth. If a message seems off, verify it by emailing vendors@shopthemarketat.com before paying anything.
Who founded and runs Shop the Market At?
Shop the Market At, LLC was founded in 2022 by Robert E Davis, who owns the company and runs every event personally. It is an independent, locally owned event production company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
How do I become a sponsor?
Most sponsorships are managed per event through our EventHub profile — browse upcoming markets and festivals to view the sponsorship options for each one. For annual partnerships across multiple events or a season-long presence, our team builds those directly. Visit our Sponsors page or email vendors@shopthemarketat.com.
Is parking available at events?
Most venues have free or paid parking on site or nearby. Specific instructions are posted in each event listing closer to the date.
Are the markets pet-friendly?
Outdoor markets generally allow leashed dogs. Indoor venues vary — check the event details before bringing pets.