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Overview

Are you keen to join our salty community?

On this page, you’ll find everything you need to know about applying for a Summer X Salt market, whether you’re interested in a retail stall, food truck, volunteering, or performing as an awesome musician!

Please make sure to read our Stallholder FAQs in full before applying and ensure you meet all of our application criteria — this should answer most of your questions. If you need help with anything else, feel free to reach out to us by emailing [email protected].

Food and Retail Applications

Summer X Salt carefully curates the best line-up surf and salty lifestyle stalls for our award winning beachside markets. We do this by handpicking brands that are aligned to our values and work to support ethical and sustainable practices in their business.

Please check our stall holder FAQs and Food and Drink Criteria for a detailed explanation of what we are looking for.

Are you keen to join our community as one of our latest salty vendors and gain exposure to thousands of market-goers?

Volunteer Applications

Love what we are all about and want to get amongst it? Our volunteers work together to make these events come to life!

We support student volunteers as part of their school service hours and also welcome members from the community from all ages and backgrounds.

Volunteering is not only an amazing way to develop skills and confidence, but it is also a fun way to meet new people and join a community of like-minded salty folk.

Musician Applications

Want to share your salty tunes with the community? We are looking for emerging musicians aged between 12-25 years old to sing, play and share your music at our markets. We believe in supporting your journey as an emerging artist so that you can gain the experience and confidence to play in front of a large audience.

Busking slots are 1 hour long on the hour from 8am – 1pm. We favour acoustic folk to suit the relaxed and laid back vibes. Musicians who are successful will be notified 2 weeks prior to market date. Full PA set up is provided.

Salty Start Up Grant

The Salty Start-Up Grant, valued at $5,000, is your chance to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality with Summer X Salt Markets.

We’re dedicated to supporting the next wave of innovators, creators, and change-makers who are passionate about making a positive impact. This grant provides a unique opportunity to showcase your product or business, connect with a thriving coastal community, and gain the exposure you need to take your venture to the next level. If your vision aligns with our values of creativity, sustainability, and social good, the Salty Start-Up Grant could be the perfect springboard for your success.

Mini Makers Applications

Have you ever dreamed of running your own little business, creating something cool with your own hands, and sharing it with the world? Now’s your chance! Introducing Mini Makers, the ultimate marketplace for our youngest entrepreneurs, affectionately known as Mini Salties. Whether you love crafting, baking, or inventing something totally unique, this is your opportunity to shine this summer.

Mini Makers is a special initiative by Summer X Salt Markets, crafted exclusively for kids aged 6-16 who are eager to explore the exciting world of small business.

Partnership Opportunities

Ooh, fun! Are you interested in working together to achieve our goals and objectives? We’re all ears and would love to hear your story and ideas for collaboration. Whether it’s activations, workshops, or partnerships, if you share our passion for community building and sustainable living, let’s chat!

We’re open to everyone—businesses, community organisations, not-for-profits, creatives, and artists. If you’ve got an idea to activate at our events, or you’d like to sponsor the Summer X Salt Markets, we’re excited to brainstorm new ways to make our events even better, together.

Contact us below, and let us know how you’d like to partner or collaborate with us!

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