Event Details
Everything you need to know about the fair.
Venue
Location: Naperville Central High School
Address: 440 Aurora Ave, Naperville, IL 60540, USA
Parking: Parking guidance will be shared closer to the fair.
Schedule
Set-up: Family check-in information will be shared before the event.
Fair hours: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Awards: Awards will follow the close of the fair.
Participation
Age range: 5–14
Team size: Up to 3 participants per business
Booth size: 5' x 6' table
Pre-Fair Workshops
Prior to our fair, we host three events at the Nichols Library in Downtown Naperville to teach young entrepreneurs the basics of finance, marketing, and more.
Product Design Workshop
Dates, times, and locations will be announced soon.
Finance & Budgeting Workshop
Dates, times, and locations will be announced soon.
Marketing Workshop
Dates, times, and locations will be announced soon.
Participation FAQ + Rules
Why should I participate?
First off - it's incredibly fun. You'll meet new friends and interact with experienced mentors along the way. Creating and running a business young helps kids gain hands-on skills for any career path.
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted online. Submit one application for each business. Children working as a group should submit one application that includes each child’s information. No more than 3 participants per business.
What happens after I apply?
Applications are reviewed on a first come, first serve basis. We will get back to you within 5 business days.
Rules + expectations
This event is designed to give children the experience of selling a product or service. If a parent is found selling or promoting a child’s product or service, the child’s business will be disqualified.
Product guidelines
We will only be accepting businesses selling original, handmade items. Unfortunately, this means resellers will not be able to participate.