It’s that time of year again — the most magical (and busiest) season at Belleville Market is here! The holidays unofficially kick off this weekend with Bacon Fest, followed by our Annual Holiday Open House on Thursday, November 6.

This marks the start of our most important retail season — not just for Belleville Market, but for you as a merchant. Last year, more than 25,000 guests walked through our doors during the holiday season, and nearly 40% of our total annual sales came during the months of November and December. With the steady increase in both sales and traffic we’ve seen this year, we’re expecting an even bigger turnout in 2025.

That means now is the time to be ready, be stocked, and be merchandised to standards.

Plan for regular restocks throughout the holiday season and make time to stop in to ensure your space looks its best. Our team assists where we can, but ultimately, it’s your responsibility to keep your space shoppable, inviting, and well-maintained.

Also, please remember to follow our Inventory Management Guidelines:

Being fully stocked and ready for the two most important months of the year is an absolute priority for every merchant in the marketplace. Maintaining your space and adhering to merchandising and inventory standards ensures the best possible guest experience — and plays a key role in continued partnership opportunities with Belleville Market.

The holiday season at Belleville Market is an incredible opportunity — and we can’t wait to make it our biggest and brightest yet, together.