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About this market
## Become a Friday Night Market Vendor Hilo Town Market’s Friday Night Market is a weekly gathering where local food, music, shopping, and community come together in Downtown Hilo. Every Friday evening, residents and visitors can enjoy local food vendors, food trucks, desserts, drinks, artists, makers, clothing, jewelry, and live entertainment in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. ### What the Market Feels Like Friday Night Market has the energy of a community block party. Guests come to eat dinner, listen to music, meet local businesses, shop, and spend the evening together. The atmosphere is casual, lively, and community-centered. Vendors are encouraged to interact with guests, share the story behind their business, and create a booth people will remember. ### What Vendors Can Expect Vendors have an opportunity to: * Build relationships with repeat local customers * Introduce products to visitors exploring Downtown Hilo * Promote their business in a lively evening setting * Test new products and menu items * Connect with other Hawaiʻi Island businesses * Participate in special markets and community events * Grow with a market that operates every week Attendance and sales are never guaranteed. Vendor success depends on the event, weather, product selection, pricing, presentation, and customer service. ### What Makes Friday Night Market Special Friday Night Market is not a one-time craft fair. It is a consistent weekly experience designed to support local entrepreneurs while creating something enjoyable for the Hilo community. Our goal is to build a balanced mix of food, drinks, desserts, artists, makers, and Hawaiʻi-made products. We limit duplicate categories when possible so vendors have a better opportunity to stand out. ### Vendor Expectations Vendors should arrive prepared with: * A clean, professional, and well-lit setup * Clear prices and visible business signage * Friendly and efficient customer service * Cash and card payment options * Proper tent weights and weather protection * Their own tent, tables, chairs, lighting, and power source * Required business licenses, health permits, and insurance * Enough products or ingredients for the evening * A commitment to keeping their area safe and clean ### Market Information Every Friday 5:00 to 8:30 PM Vendor setup: 2:30 to 4:30 PM 69 Waiānuenue Avenue, Downtown Hilo Always free for the public Rain or shine Vendor spaces are limited and vary by category and setup size. Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Approved spaces are officially reserved once payment is received.