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I hope this is in the right spot. Couldn't see the subject anywhere else. Attending regular markets is a great way to get yourself known and to sell your products, as I have done for the past 17 years. Its also great for those that are just starting out, its an alternative to selling on-line. Some may even combine the two concepts and do both. But I soon learnt from my mistakes, what works , and what doesn't , and it does take a while to learn which ones are viable . There was no such thing as social media , so lot of my time was trial & error...and asking a lot of questions. In the early days starting out, I made a rookie mistake, I bought a cheap flimsy 3x3 gazebo from a hardware chain...its was crap . It folded like a piece of paper after a bit of a strong breeze. The second one was OK for a while , stronger, but not water proof. I then invested in a good quality reputable brand water proof gazebo, and popular with most marketeers , which is what I 'm still using today. Easy to get replacement parts & accessories for too. In Australia , its pretty much compulsory to have public liability insurance at nearly all events, especially outdoor events, very few that don't have it . I've lost count the amount of gazebos that have literally blown away because the vendor hasn't secured their gazebo properly, or at all, nearly taking out a few patrons as a result, and potentially damaging the stall & their stock next door. . Thats a massive insurance red flag, and a big no no !!! All organisers stipulate that all stall holders must have public liability insurance. They may also stipulate that your stall has to be secured. Some let you pay a bit extra and go on their insurance, but its best to have your own. But its also up to the organiser to decide whether to cancel or not due to bad weather , and up to the vendor to decide whether to attend or not . If in doubt, don't go !!! Its not worth the risk , injury, or your pubic liability insurance. I'd rather lose my stall fee & sales, than potentially cause injury, and damage my stock !! So, you decided to attend your first market? A few simple basics, from my own experiences & mistakes. do some prior basic market research, check & chat with the organiser, and chat with other vendors get a 'feel' for the venue, get feedback, check fees, schedules , conveniences , viability, set up times, set down times, stall locations, vendor parking etc. What equipment are they using? You may hear of other events, etc. Public liability insurance is a must( Australia) Get a good strong quality brand gazebo, with sides ( optional) and any other accessories to keep unwanted prying eyes out & added security and Mother Nature, and good strong tables and somewhere to sit Weights : get more than you need. Some venues allow you to keep your vehicle near the stall, use that as a weight as well . Metal pegs can also be used on grass venues. Also weights and/or clamps to keep any spinners, displays etc. from toppling over in a breeze, and potentially causing injury. Food & drink: you can buy food & drink at the venues which eats into your profits real quick ( pardon the pun), or, take your own. I take a portable gas stove and a billy ( bush kettle), water, coffee or soup, and sandwiches. You're there to make money , not spend it . While we can't control Mother Nature, we can take some simple steps to make markets so much nicer and to not ruin your day. Happy Marketing HS