Applications for 2026 Festivals at ‘The Bend’

Thank you for your interest in our events hosted at The Bend (7227 Market Street). The Bend is an outdoor venue in the Ogden area of Wilmington, consisting of The Parlour House (bar), Grumpy’s Soft Serve and Middle Sound Grille. This venue neighbors Pour Fella’s Pub and Seven Mile Post. During 2026, we’ll be hosting the following there:

  • Sunday, February 1st, 12 - 4 PM: Valentine’s Day Market Under the Oaks

  • Sunday, March 15th, 12 - 4 PM: Shamrock Fest (St. Paddy’s Celebration)

  • Sunday, May 3rd, 12 - 4 PM: Mother’s Day Market Under the Oaks

  • Sunday, June 7th, 12 - 4 PM: Sundaes + Tie Dye Festival

  • Sunday, July 12th, 12 - 4 PM: The Bubble Festival

  • Sunday, September 27th, 12 - 4 PM: Fall Fest Under the Oaks

  • Sunday, October 25th, 12 - 4 PM: Funky Fright Fest

  • Sunday, December 6th, 12 - 4 PM: Holiday Market Under the Oaks

Vendor fees for each event will be $65, with the December holiday market and The Bubble Festival being $75. Each vendor will be allotted a 10x10 space outdoors and will be required to bring their own tent, tables and chairs - although tents are optional. More information will be shared upon acceptance!

Please do not apply more than once! For waitlisted events, vendors will only be contacted if a space becomes available and they are removed from the waitlist. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us at info@DowntownILMMarket.org. Thanks so much for your interest in our events!