Farmers Market and Artisan Market. Sundays at Serendipity

Stop by to pick up your produce, art, prepared food, and health & wellness items. Get a chair massage. Listen to some great music. Eat, drink,and shop. Enjoy your North Village Arts District community. Vendors will be inside Serendipity and outside on the Serendipity patio.

See you there!

The Orr Street Farm and Art Market met at the Wabash Bus Terminal

Come to the market, everyone!

The Orr Street Farm and Art Market met for many years at the Wabash Bus Terminal on Sundays, becoming a fixture of Downtown Columbia, MO, and the North Village Arts District. It has been through a metamorphosis and is now The Market at Serendipity, meeting at the Serendipity Salon and Gallery at 1020 E Walnut St. Come down on Sundays from April 6 through December 14, 2025 and enjoy. Service animals only, please. WHo doesn't love going to a farmers market or artisan market?

Vendors!

The Market at Serendipity is open to the following categories:

-Farmers and Growers.

-Artisans and Craftspeople.

-Prepared Food Vendors.

-Health and Wellness Products and Services.

-Food trucks.

Would you and your business benefit from being a part of this wonderful community?

With your help, this is will be an artisan market and farmers market everyone in Columbia can enjoy and be proud of.

To find out more about The Market at Serendipity, to see if you qualify, and to reserve your dates and spaces, please contact Serendipity with this email link.

Scroll to the bottom of this page for license and permit resources.

FAQs for coming to the market

WHEN IS THE MARKET OPEN?

For the 2025 season, the market will be open on Sundays, from April 6th through December 14, 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

The Sundays of April 27 and June 8 will be excluded, as well as one in September (TBA). These dates coincide with Art in the Park, Earth Day and Mid-MO Pride Fest.

We plan to be open every Sunday during the season, rain or shine unless otherwise decided and announced by Serendipity Salon and Gallery.

What forms of payment are accepted?

Each vendor manages their stall and sets their form of payment. We encourage all our guests to bring cash in case alternate payment options are unavailable.

WHICH VENDORS WILL BE AT THE MARKET?

We have a variety of vendors participating during the season and no one week may look the same. Follow us on Instagram and/or Facebook where we will post our expected vendors, entertainers, and any special activity happening that weekend.

Where can I park when I visit the market?

Parking downtown is free on weekends! We encourage guests to park in the lot adjacent to Serendipity, the nearest parking garage by the Broadway Hotel, the Wabash bus station or any legal parking spots in the surrounding area.

Please note that law firm parking spots next to the Serendipity lot are not for public use.

Can I bring my dog to the market?

Only certified service animals are allowed on the premises of Serendipity; this is for physical safety of patrons as well as food safety concerns.

Vendor Resources

Business Guidance

Columbia is lucky to have some excellent resources to help small businesses get their business paperwork in order.

REDI is The Regional Economic Development Inc offering coaching and consulting. Get more info with this link.

The Missouri Women's Business Center offers small business development services for women led businesses. Find out more with this link.

Legal and Licencing

Here are the contacts for the various licenses and permits you may need.

City of Columbia Business License

Application for Temporary Business License

Boone County Merchant License

State Business Sales Tax

Small Business Insurance from Shelter Insurance

Food Serevice Permits. City of Columbia

Vendor FAQs

How do I sign up to participate in the market?

We are looking for local vendors, entertainers, and artists to join us! Email us to inquire at ej.serendipity@gmail.com

*We encourage original products and displays at Serendipity and do not accept resellers or direct sales representatives.

How much does it cost to vend at the market?

Eligible applicants can purchase packages to secure their preferred stall location, dates, and guaranteed space at the market:

10 weeks at $38.00/day
20 weeks at $35.00/day
34 weeks at $30.00/day
Single day participation may be selected at the rate of $43.00/day

To inquire contact us via email at ej.serendipity@gmail.com

How do I get on the entertainer schedule?

Performers will have the exciting opportunity to play on a full stage, complete with a professional sound system! Please submit your available dates, along with an audio clip, link, or any other material that will help the team get familiar with your sound -- Elizabeth at ej.serendipity@gmail.com.

Who can table at the market?

Local organizations interested in tabling at the market to present information or offer a free activity (without turning a profit) may inquire about a complimentary stall space by emailing Elizabeth at ej.serendipity@gmail.com

Caveats

All vendors must abide by all local, state and federal laws and regulations, which means they are responsible for having up-to-date licenses and permits.
The market is not responsible for damages caused by or to the vendor, their canopies, or products. All vendors are required to have and responsible for maintaining their own liability insurance for such damages.

Who can be a vendor?

Farmers & Growers

Local Farmers who raise produce (fruits, vegetables, flowers, and plants) and who produce animal products such as meat, fish, poultry, eggs, cheese and honey.

Artisans & Craftspeople

Artisans who sell hand-made art and craft items which have been personally created. Best practices regarding sustainability, use of local resources and organic and/or natural materials are encouraged.

Prepared food vendors

Prepared food vendors who personally prepare the food and who utilize as many local ingredients as possible.

Health and Wellness professionals

Health and wellness professionals who either provide services or products related to health, wellness or beauty.

ENTERTAINERS

Local performers wishing to provide entertainment that is non-offensive to the general public.

Organizations

Educators or community members who wish to hold demonstrations, promote a community service or teach workshops presenting content that is non-offensive to the general public and educational, aligning with the values of the market.