Junior City Council Spring Market

MARCH 28, 2026 

9 AM - 2 PM

Mark your calendars for a special spring celebration! The Gulf Shores Junior City Council is hosting a vibrant community market you won't want to miss.

The event will feature food trucks serving up delicious bites, browse locally produced foods and homemade treats, and discover unique arts and crafts from talented area artisans. This youth-led market brings together the best of our coastal community for one amazing day.

What makes this market even more special? It's completely organized by our own Gulf Shores Junior City Council, showing that our next generation of leaders is already hard at work making our community even better.

Whether you're a local foodie, a supporter of young entrepreneurship, or just looking for a perfect Saturday outing, this market promises something for everyone. Every purchase supports local producers and encourages our community's young leaders who've worked hard to bring this event to life.

Contact Lindsey Hart at lhart@gulfshoresal.gov for registration information and details.

This event is proudly sponsored by the City of Gulf Shores. See you at the market!

Vendor Information

Apply now! 
Fill out a vendor application here - https://forms.gle/UmJaza6PP2EFtnFNA 

Registration & Fees    

• Registration Deadline: March 13
• Vendors are subject to a registration or business license fee of $25 for this City event only if they do not currently hold a Gulf Shores business license. 
• All vendors must remit the 3% sales tax distributed to the city of Gulf Shores at the close of the market. The remaining 7% will need to be remitted to the proper parties by the vendors as usual.

Eligible Products

• Fresh fruits and vegetables
• Local seafood and meat
• Homemade baked goods
• Handcrafted items
• Retail items
• Plants and flowers
• Local honey and preserves

Important Guidelines

• Farmers/growers need current grower's permits
• Food vendors must comply with State of Alabama and Baldwin County Health Department regulations
• All Cottage Kitchen vendors must provide proof of proper licensing
• Food trucks must be an approved vendor of the City of Gulf Shores 
• Prepared food items must include proper labeling
• Prices must be clearly displayed for all items
• Vendors are responsible for their own tables, tents, display, and power for equipment needs
• All spaces must be kept clean and orderly
• No wine or alcohol sales
• No Hemp or CBD sales

Food Safety Requirements

• All prepared food samples must be handled according to health department guidelines
• Proper temperature control required for perishable items
• Clean, food-grade containers and equipment required

Hold Harmless and Indemnification 

• Vendor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City of Gulf Shores, Gulf Shores City Schools, Gulf Shores Junior City Council and its officers/managers, employees and agents from any liability arising from the vendor’s participation in the market.

Setup & Breakdown

• Vendors must arrive at 7 a.m. for check in
• All vendors must remain set up until market closing
• Spaces must be completely cleaned before departure

Apply now! 

Fill out a vendor application here - https://forms.gle/UmJaza6PP2EFtnFNA