The Next Big Thing Market
Big ideas. Young entrepreneurs.
A community market where teen makers and young business owners can share what they create, build confidence, and bring their ideas to life.
Hosted by Teen Collective, a community of Source Collective
SELLERS UP TO AGE 17 WELCOME
Details coming soon
A place for ideas to grow
The market celebrates creativity, initiative, and community. We believe in providing a platform where young voices are heard and their hard work is recognized by those around them.
We invite families and neighbors to join us in supporting these young entrepreneurs as they take their first steps into the world of business and local commerce.
Venue
Duran Ranch Pavilion
644 Buena Creek Road, San Marcos, CA
From a bright idea to your own little business
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Dream It Up
Get the Free Curriculum
Set Up & Sell
Celebrate Your Growth
Start with something you love to make, create, or share. Your big idea can begin small.
Use our free young entrepreneur workbook to plan your idea, price your products, and get ready for market day.
Bring your idea to life at the market, meet customers, and practice running your own booth.
Celebrate what you learned, the connections you made, and the courage it took to try.
Seller application details are coming soon. For now, start dreaming up your idea!
Small businesses. Big beginnings.
Young entrepreneurs, ages 13 and 8, at their first booth.
Their first booth. A big beginning.
A 13-year-old boy and an 8-year-old girl at their very first booth—a small beginning with so much possibility. Every young entrepreneur starts somewhere. The Next Big Thing Market is a place to take that first step, share what you create, and feel supported by your community.
Calling all child entrepreneurs!
SELLERS UP TO AGE 17 WELCOME
Have something you make, create, or sell? This is a chance to share your work, meet other young entrepreneurs, and practice running your own small business. Seller applications and participation details will be shared here as plans are finalized.
FAQ
Who can sell?
Children up to age 17 welcome.
Where will it take place?
The Next Big Thing Market will be held at the Duran Ranch Pavilion, 644 Buena Creek Road, San Marcos, CA.
How do I sign up?
Seller application details are coming soon. For now, contact info@sourcecollective.org with any questions.