Neurodiverse Marketplace
Neurodivergent individuals possess a wide range of skills, talents, and unique perspectives that are often overlooked or undervalued in mainstream employment settings. In an effort to create a space for the ND community to buy, sell, and trade their goods and services—without many of the constraints and inequalities found in traditional capitalist systems—we are launching an ND Marketplace at this year’s festival!
1:00pm–6:00pm
Community Hall
Join us for a vibrant 'expo-hall-meets-craft-fair' experience in a supportive and accessible environment!
Your Business, Your Way
Every business is different, and the ND Marketplace lets you choose how you want to participate. Whether you prefer a booth or a table spot, it's all happening in the same place, so there's no wrong way to join in! During the application process, each vendor will select their choice of:
Marketplace Booth
An exhibit space where vendors can actively sell, exchange, or display goods and services.
Take-One Table
A dedicated spot where a vendor's promotional materials are left for attendees to view or take.
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did you know...
Unconventional employment and neurodiversity often go hand-in-hand. Studies estimate that the unemployment rate for neurodivergent adults runs as high as 30–40%, which is eight times higher than the rate for people without disabilities
Join the ND Marketplace
Participation Fee: $25
The cost to participate in the Neurodiverse Marketplace is $25.00* and payment is due upon acceptance of your application.
Worried about costs? You can indicate on your application if you would like to be considered for financial assistance!
Vendor Requirements
To help ensure the promotion of neurodivergent initiatives, all ND Marketplace Vendors must meet at least one of the following criteria:
Individual vendor identifies as neurodivergent.
Organization is owned and/or operated by a neurodivergent individual.​​
Organization is an ND-affirming small business with less than 10 staff.
Why This Matters: Prioritizing ND-owned and ND-affirming small businesses can create opportunities for empowerment and economic participation that might otherwise be inaccessible to neurodivergent individuals.
If you don’t meet the criteria but would like to promote your business or support the festival another way, you can become a sponsor or exhibitor!