WKU News
Children's Entrepreneur Market Returns
- Penny Hughes
- Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
Calling all young entrepreneurs! The WKU Innovation Campus, Community Farmers Market, Warren County Library and CREATE are thrilled to announce the Children's Entrepreneur Market, a special event for aspiring business owners aged 5-17. This unique market - a farmers market run entirely by kids - will take place on May 31st at the Community Farmers Market during Kids Day. Last fall we had over 40 youth sign up to participate in this event, so we have added even more space this year.
This event is designed to provide a platform for young minds to showcase their entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and innovation. Whether it's handmade crafts, baked goods, or any other imaginative product, this is the perfect opportunity for children to learn valuable business skills and experience the excitement of running their own venture.
Children Entrepreneur Market:
- Date: May 31st
- Location: Community Farmers Market – Bowling Green, KY
- Time: 9am – 1pm
- Participant Ages: 5-17
Highlights:
- Showcase and sell your unique products. *Shelf stable food only, no onsite food prep allowed.
- Gain practical experience in business and customer service.
- Connect with other young entrepreneurs in the community.
How to Participate: Sign up now to reserve your spot at this incredible event! Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged. To sign up, click here.
About Our Host:
- WKU Innovation Campus: Dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, the WKU Innovation Campus supports aspiring entrepreneurs of all ages.
- Community Farmers Market: A vibrant community hub that promotes local businesses and fresh, sustainable products year-round.
- Warren County Library: Committed to educational enrichment and community engagement, the library provides resources and opportunities for learning and growth
- CREATE: Central Region Ecosystem for Arts, Technology, and Entrepreneurship: Fosters an innovation environment that brings collaborators together across stakeholder groups to share their networks, design & test new ideas, commercialize proven solutions, & grow those solutions in the