What Can I Expect At Little Modern Market?

Little Modern Market is a Calgary-based pop-up market featuring local makers, artists, boutiques, food vendors, and small businesses.

Each event is thoughtfully curated to create a unique shopping experience where visitors can discover new businesses, support local, enjoy community activities, and connect with the people behind the brands.

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What Makes Little Modern Market Different?

Since 2016, Little Modern Market has been bringing together Calgary shoppers, local businesses, makers, artists, boutiques, and entrepreneurs through thoughtfully curated shopping experiences.

We're passionate about creating more than just a market—we create a place where people can connect, discover new businesses, and support local entrepreneurs.

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What makes Little Modern Market unique?

Thoughtfully Curated Vendors.

Every vendor is carefully selected to create a diverse and balanced shopping experience. From handmade goods and local makers to boutiques, food vendors, and specialty products, we strive to offer something for everyone.

Supporting Local

Every purchase made at Little Modern Market directly supports small businesses, local families, artists, makers, and entrepreneurs. Shopping local helps strengthen our communities while allowing small businesses to continue doing what they love.

Family Friendly

Our markets are designed to be welcoming for the whole family, with free face painting, community activities, workshops, and experiences that go beyond shopping.

Giving Back

Community has always been at the heart of Little Modern Market. Since 2022, our shoppers have helped raise more than $32,000 and donate over 8,300 pounds of goods to local charitable organizations.

A Different Experience Every Time

No two markets are exactly the same. We continually introduce new vendors, products, activities, and experiences, giving shoppers something new to discover at every event.

Built On Community

At its core, Little Modern Market is about bringing people together. Whether you're shopping, attending a workshop, supporting a local charity, or discovering a new favourite business, we're proud to create meaningful connections within our community.

 

Why Shop Local?

Every purchase made at Little Modern Market directly supports small businesses, local families, and entrepreneurs in Calgary and beyond.

When you shop local, you're helping strengthen our community while discovering unique products you won't find in big-box stores.

 

Why should I visit Little Modern Market?

Little Modern Market is one of Calgary's longest-running pop-up markets, bringing together local makers, artists, boutiques, food vendors, and small businesses since 2016. Whether you're shopping for gifts, home décor, clothing, food, or unique local finds, each market offers a fresh and thoughtfully curated experience while supporting Calgary's local business community.

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Is The Market Accessible?

Yes. Accessibility information for each market, including parking, entrances, elevators, and washroom access, will be provided on the event page.

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Can I Bring A Stroller?

Absolutely! Little Modern Market is family-friendly, and strollers are welcome.

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Where Is The Market Located?

Little Modern Market takes place at a variety of venues throughout Calgary.

Visit our Upcoming Markets page for current dates, locations, and event details.

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What Time Does The Market Run?

Market hours vary depending on the event and venue.

Please visit our Upcoming Markets page for the most up-to-date information.

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What Is The Cost Of Entry?

Admission is free with a donation to our featured local charity partner.

We encourage guests to donate what they can at the entrance using cash, debit, or credit. Charity partners vary by event and will be announced prior to each market.

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Is The Market Pet Friendly?

While we love furry friends, only certified service dogs are permitted at Little Modern Market events.

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Is There Anything For Kids To Do?

Yes! Little Modern Market is designed to be family-friendly and always includes FREE face painting.

Additional activities may vary by event. Visit our Upcoming Markets page to see what's planned for each market.

 

Do You Offer Workshops?

Yes! Many of our events feature workshops hosted by local businesses and makers.

Workshop details, pricing, and ticket links can be found on our Upcoming Markets page. Advance registration is typically required.

 

Do You Have A Vendor Map?

Yes. Vendor maps are typically released closer to each event date and can be found on our Instagram page and Upcoming Markets page.

 

Do You Have A Vendor List?

Yes. Vendor lineups are published on our Upcoming Markets page and featured regularly on our social media channels leading up to each event.

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What Types Of Vendors Will Be There?

Each market features a unique mix of local businesses, which may include:

• Clothing Boutiques
• Handmade Goods

• Pottery and Ceramics
• Home Décor
• Art & Stationery
• Food & Beverage Vendors
• Bath, Body & Beauty Products
• Baby & Children's Products
• Pet Products
• Gifts & Specialty Items

Vendor lineups vary from event to event.

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How Can I Support Little Modern Market?

One of the best ways to support Little Modern Market is by shopping local, sharing our events with friends and family, following us on social media, and supporting the incredible vendors who participate in our markets. Every visit, purchase, share, and recommendation helps strengthen Calgary's small business community.

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For over a decade, Little Modern Market has been creating opportunities for shoppers to discover local businesses while helping communities connect, support one another, and give back.