Pop Shop America Event Application Fee

Why is there an application fee?

We appreciate your interest. We have to create an application fee to cut down on spam and incomplete applications.

Am I eligible to participate?

Are you a small business? Artist? Maker? Vintage seller? Do you use small batch production or handcraft your items? Or are you a brand or sponsor that aligns with these ideas? Do you have an interactive project, art, or experience that you would like to bring to the event? Then you are eligible.

What is not eligible are any product reps or MLMs such as Scentsy, Origami Owl, or Younique.

When and Where is the Event?

Please refer to the exhibitor packet here that has the date, times, load in times, location and more.

What is the Cost?

Please refer to the exhibitor packet here that includes cost. If you have an interactive experience like hands on workshops, photo booths, or large scale art, these exhibitors ordinarily do not have a fee. Please contact us directly for details.

If you are a brand that is interested in a sponsorship or sponsored area, please email us directly here.

How Many People Do You Expect?

It’s hard to say. The first Pop Shop Houston in 2012 had around 2500 in attendance over 2 days. Our largest events had around 7000 in attendance over 2 days. This is our first show since Covid restrictions were lifted.

How Do You Plan to Advertise the Event?

The event will be promoted through our email list of 20,000 people, social media following of 20,000 on Facebook and 18,000 on Instagram. We will have organic targeted campaigns through local newspapers in addition to Facebook and Instagram Ads. We also avidly poster and flyer throughout the city.

What Do I Do After I Pay the Application Fee?

Please access the full application here.
After you fill out your full application you will either be accepted or rejected. These notices will be emailed to you within 2 weeks.

What Does the Curatorial Process Entail?

We do not over-curate. We are not interested in telling you that our taste is different than your taste. Plus we love to see a variety of styles, colors, and media! The curatorial process is only to ensure quality, eligibility and good behavior at similar shows. We have 3 separate businesses review the application on those 3 criteria – is this a high quality business, is this business eligible for the show, and has this business behaved appropriately at previous events.

Is this Application Fee Refundable?

No, this is your jury fee. No other fees are mandatory.

How Do I Know if My Category is Full?

We do not allow more than a few businesses per category to ensure a fun show for attendees and to try to help you succeed. Jewelry is ALWAYS the first to fill up. So if you are a jewelry maker, please be sure to apply as soon as you can. Any limitations will be found at the top of this page.

What If I am Not Accepted?

You will receive a return form with the reason that you were not accepted by all 3 curators. If you are not accepted, please do not send a discourteous email to our event staff. If you do, you will be permanently banned.