🌾 Lewis Chapel Community Farmers & Crafters Market Switches to Tuesdays, Waives Vendor Fees Through 2026

The Lewis Chapel Community Farmers & Crafters Market is making a significant shift to support local vendors and strengthen community commerce in Dunlap. The market, a cornerstone of the Sequatchie Valley’s farm-to-table culture, has announced a move from its previous Wednesday schedule to Tuesday afternoons, paired with an aggressive incentive to attract new sellers.

📍 New Schedule & Location

Starting immediately, the market operates every Tuesday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Lewis Chapel Community Center, 4760 Henson Gap Rd, Dunlap, TN 37327. The shift in days reflects organizers’ effort to capture a different rhythm of community shopping and vendor availability, while maintaining the same three-hour window that has become familiar to regular shoppers.

💰 Zero Vendor Fees Through Year-End 2026

In a bold move to grow the vendor base, the market is waiving all vendor fees through December 31, 2026. There is no setup fee-vendors simply show up and claim their space. This zero-cost entry applies to both indoor and outdoor vendor spaces, removing a traditional barrier for small producers, crafters, and home-based businesses considering their first market appearance. ✨

🎨 What Vendors Can Sell

The market welcomes all types of vendors, including farm fresh produce, baked goods, homemade items, crafts, woodworking, and more. This broad vendor policy reflects a community commitment to supporting diverse local makers and producers-from established farmers to first-time crafters testing the market waters.

🤝 Community Impact & Opportunity

For shoppers in the Sequatchie Valley, the Tuesday schedule offers a new opportunity to support local farmers and small businesses mid-week. For vendors, the waived fees and open vendor policy represent a low-risk entry point into direct-to-consumer sales. The market’s emphasis on “just show up” accessibility suggests organizers are prioritizing ease of participation over rigid vendor vetting. 🌱

Those interested in becoming vendors or learning more can follow the market on Facebook through the Lewis Chapel Community Center and Lewis Chapel Community Farmers & Crafters Market pages.