START HERE: YOUR VENDOR EVENT TOOLKIT
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Vendor Event Checklist
View ResourceEverything you need to prepare, pack, and stay organized for your next event.
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FREE VENDOR EVENT CHECKLIST
Don't show up to your next pop-up wondering what you forgot!
Get my free Vendor Event Checklist to help you prepare, pack, and stay organized for your next event.
From booth essentials to last-minute must-haves, this checklist will help you arrive prepared and ready to sell.
MY VENDOR EVENT MUST-HAVES
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Cash Box with Key Lock
Shop on AmazonKeep cash, cards, and valuables secure and organized during vendor events.
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Square Reader for Magstripe (USB-C)
Shop on AmazonAccept card payments quickly and easily during vendor events with a compact reader that connects directly to your device.
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MagSafe Power Bank 5000mAh
Shop on AmazonKeep your phone charged throughout long vendor days so you’re always ready to accept payments, capture content, and connect with customers.
BOOTH & DISPLAY FAVORITES
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10x10 Heavy Duty Pop-Up Canopy Tent
Shop on AmazonA vendor-event essential for creating a professional outdoor booth with dependable coverage.
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Wooden Tiered Display Stand
Shop on AmazonAdd height and dimension while creating a polished, organized product display.
BOOTH & DISPLAY FAVORITES — MORE ESSENTIALS
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2-Pack Tablecloths for 6-Foot Tables
Shop on AmazonCreate a clean, professional foundation for your vendor booth while keeping supplies hidden underneath.
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Spandex Fitted Table Covers
Shop on AmazonGive your vendor table a sleek, polished appearance while keeping your setup neat and professional.
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Folding Table Leg Extenders
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PACKING & ORGANIZATION FAVORITES
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Double Decker Utility Wagon
Shop on AmazonTransport products, displays, and supplies more easily with a spacious foldable wagon designed for vendor-event setup and breakdown.
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6-Foot Foldable Table
Shop on AmazonCreate extra selling and display space with a sturdy foldable table that’s easy to transport and set up.
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4-Foot Adjustable Foldable Table
Shop on AmazonPerfect for smaller displays, checkout stations, or extra workspace while keeping your vendor setup flexible.
PACKING & ORGANIZATION — MORE ESSENTIALS
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Small Kraft Paper Bags – 100 Pack
Shop on AmazonKeep customer purchases neatly packaged with simple kraft bags that are perfect for smaller products and vendor-event sales.
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27-Gallon Storage Totes with Lids
Shop on AmazonOrganize and transport inventory, booth supplies, and event essentials while keeping everything protected between events.
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7-Quart Clear Storage Bins
Shop on AmazonKeep smaller products, supplies, and event essentials organized and easy to find with clear, stackable storage bins that simplify packing, setup, and breakdown.
READY TO TURN YOUR NEXT POP-UP INTO PROFIT?
After years of vending at markets, festivals, wellness events, and community events, I’ve learned that successful vending takes more than simply showing up with great products.
Pop-Up to Profit shares practical strategies I’ve learned from my own vendor experiences to help small business owners prepare, create an inviting booth, connect with customers, increase sales, and make the most of every event.
FROM MY VENDOR TABLE TO YOURS
I’ve spent years participating in vendor markets, festivals, wellness events, pop-ups, and community events with Arbria Creations. Along the way, I’ve learned what works, what doesn’t, and how much preparation goes into creating a successful vendor experience.
I created Pop-Up to Profit to share the lessons, tools, and strategies I’ve learned along the way—so you can spend less time figuring everything out on your own and more time confidently growing your business.
Whether you're preparing for your first vendor event or looking to improve your next one, I hope these resources help you plan, prepare, present, and profit.
— Ayanna Jackson
Founder, Arbria Creations