FDM Summer:
information for sellers
TABLE OF CONTENTS
About event
At the moment, all spaces are booked.
Place:
Hermannin rantatie 5, 00580 Helsinki
Redi shopping mall, 2nd floor, next to Kalasataman kirjasto, in front of the Lastenhuone
Dates:
August 29, setting up 16:00 – 20:00
August 30, setting up 9:00 – 11:00, event 11:00-18:00, cleaning up 18:00 – 19:00
August 31, setting up 9:00 – 11:00, event 11:00-17:00, cleaning up 17:00 – 18:00
Audience:
52% are 20-30 year old, 22% are 30-40, 13% under 20 and 10% are 40-50 (based on previous event)
Last time we were visited by almost 5300 people. This time we will be charging a small entry fee, so the number may fluctuate.
Advertising:
We are increasing the budget and will target the most successful methods that worked last time.
Activities:
In addition to the voting for the best table, photo zone, we will be introducing tokens (more about that later) and sticker competition.
Our rules
What we’re looking for:
✔️ Original art and design
✔️ Handmade or self-designed products
✔️ Thoughtful craftsmanship and creative expression
✔️ Proper credit and permission if collaborating or using licensed material
✔️ A positive, respectful spirit that fits the FunDesign community
The following do not meet our market requirements and will not be accepted:
❌ AI-generated art
❌ Plagiarism or copies of other artists’ work
❌ Mass-produced items from e.g. Temu, Aliexpress.
❌ Use of copyrighted characters/logos
❌ Assembling mass-produced parts with no original design (e.g. attaching a ready-made charm to a necklace)
❌ Using templates or patterns created by someone else
❌ Offensive, discriminatory, or disrespectful content
Explicit or 18+ content must be kept in a clearly labeled folder or album (e.g. “18+ only”) and not openly displayed on the table.
NOTE! If any violations are identified, FDM reserves the right to restrict or revoke your participation.
Application information
Spaces for emerging artists, artisans and vendors are full.
Application dates:
May 23 18:00 – we will release 50% of all spaces for our FUN+ subscribers*
May 25 18:00 – rest of places are released for the standard members (membership is free)*
May 26 18:00 – non-members can apply
*More about membership and subscription can be found here.
The applications are processed on a rolling basis and will stay open until spaces are filled. Last time all the places were out in 40 minutes after we opened the applications to non-members.
Types of applications:
We are welcoming artists, food vendors (only prepared food, no cooking at the premises) and workshop hosts.
For artists we have added two new options – emerging artist and vendor. We will be selecting emerging artists based on the portfolio.
P.S. If you want to do something that is not included here – reach out to us.
Participation fee includes:
– 2 vendor passes per table
– sales space
– beverages
– mention on socials and website event page
Sharing a table:
Table can be shared between two sellers for an additional fee.
Extra seller fee includes beverages and mention on socials and website event page for extra seller.
One invoice is issued to the person who filled the form. The payment must also be done in one piece.
If one of the sharing sellers cancels, and no replacement is proposed, the whole table is cancelled.
Cancellations:
If you need to cancel your participation, please notify us at least 14 days (by August 15, 2025) before the event for a full refund.
Cancellations made within 14 days of the event will not be eligible for a refund.
Responisbility
Vendors are responsible for their own equipment, products, and liabilities. The event organizers are not liable for any loss, damage, or accidents.
All the prices are VAT 0%
Applications types
ominaisuudet
emerging artists
artisan
vendor
for whom?
emerging artist
– New to selling at markets
– Student or hobby artist
– Active for less than 2 years
artisan
– Independent artists or designers selling their own arts or designs
– Have experience selling in markets
vendor
– Collectives, studios, or companies
– Multiple sellers or professional setup who need a bigger space
portfolio requirements
emerging artist
– A Google Drive link to a pdf. portfolio with introduction and 5-10 product photos.
– AND social media / website link
artisan
Social media / website link
vendor
Social media / website link
participation fee
emerging artist
(one day only)
Sat: 65e
Sun: 55e
artisan
Sat: 80e
Sun: 70e
Sat & Sun: 140e
vendor
Sat & Sun: 49e/m2 (min.4m2)
space size
emerging artist
1.5x2m
artisan
2x2m
vendor
Custom
furniture options
emerging artist
included: 1 table (1.2m x 0.75m) +2 chairs
artisan
25e: 1 table (1.83m x 0.75m) +2 chairs
or bring your own
vendor
included: 1 table (1.83m x 0.75m) + 2 chairs per each 4 m2
or bring your own
additional furniture
emerging artist
No
artisan
Yes
vendor
Yes
electricity
emerging artist
No
artisan
No
vendor
Yes
table sharing fee for one extra seller
emerging artists
20e
artisan
20e
vendor
20e
for whom?
Food vendors (already prepared products and dishes, as cooking is not allowed in the location) + no sales of regular coffee / tea
portfolio requirements
Social media / website link
participation fee
Sat: 80e
Sun: 70e
Sat & Sun: 140e
space size
2x2m
furniture options
25e: 1 table (1.83m x 0.75m) +2 chairs
or bring your own
additional furniture
Yes
electricity
By request
requirements
Food vendors must adhere to all local health, safety, and food handling regulations. Necessary permits and licenses must be valid and available upon request.
All food must be fresh, properly stored, and prepared in a hygienic environment. Vendors are responsible for allergen labeling and informing customers of potential risks.
table sharing fee for one extra seller
20e
for whom?
Any kind of workshop, that visitors can participate in (both pre-enrolled and on-site registration) – punch needle, jewelry making, drawing and so on
portfolio requirements
Social media / website link
participation fee
Sat: 45e / slot
Sun: 35e / slot
For pre-registration workshops visitors’ passes are included
time slots
A: Sat: 11.30 – 14.30
B: Sat: 15.00 – 18.00
C: Sun: 11.30 – 14.00
D: Sun: 14.30 – 17.00
space size
~3x2m
furniture options
included: 220×67 cm table + 2 benches for 4-6 people + 1 chair for host
additional furniture
By request
electricity
By request
If you want to host something special, it is better to reach us out – we will try to make it happen.