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Fine Artisans and Antique Dealers
are among thousands of unique
vendors who keep coming back to
 the Original First Monday Park.  


 

Melissa Brownlowray of Hawkins sells hand-painted signs and vintage clothing. All the latest styles and fashion trends get their start in a flea market, she says.

 

 

Wylie Walden is a 20-year veteran of the Original First Monday Park. Today, you can find him in the Civic Center where he sells antique guns and holsters, Navajo blankets, and other "Cowboy" antiques. (click photo to enlarge)

 

 

The Flow Blue Brothers, James and Jerry Knightstep of Dallas, sell the English-made china in the Canton Civic Center. The brothers are the largest dealer of Flow Blue china in the United States. Here, they display a plate from the Cashmere pattern, which dates back to 1844. (click photo to enlarge)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

First Monday Trade Days

Vendor Information

Become part of the historic and world-famous Trade Days experience by becoming a vendor in the Original First Monday Trade Days Park. Located on some 100 acres between FM 859 and SH 19, the original park is owned and operated by the City of Canton. Estimates of monthly visitors to the Original First Monday Park range from 100,000 during January, February, March, July, August and September to 300,000 visitors during April, May, June, October, November and December.

Original First Monday Park Amenities

Reserving Vendor Space 

Vendors' Frequently Asked Questions

Approved Tent & Table Vendors

Vendors' Stories

 

Bring your dream to the Original

First Monday Park and see what happens.  

First Monday Trade Days awakens the entrepreneural spirit in all of us. An idea fueled by courage, detemination and hard work has a real chance to make it here. 

  

Paul Michael Company, one of the largest vendors in the Original First Monday Park, offers high-end home decorative accessories and furniture. (click photos to enlarge)  Read more...

 

 

Vendor Amenities in the Original

First Monday Trade Days Park

* Reserved and Unreserved sections

* Restrooms/Hot Showers

* Covered Pavilions

* Open-Air Spaces

* Water and Electricity within 100 feet of each space

* RV Park adjacent to the Original First Monday Park with Full Hook-ups and Electricity only Hook-ups

* Free Dealer Parking at West Gate

* Lights, Paved Paths, Picnic Areas

* Paramedics and Police Sub-Station

* On Site Park Maintenance

* Trade Days are open at 7 a.m. on Thursday through Sunday before
the First Monday of every month...all year...rain or shine.

 

  

 

Reserving Vendor Space

Lots are available for rent to vendors on a monthly basis throughout the Original First Monday Park. 

Reservations are accepted beginning on the second Tuesday (Super Tuesday) after First Monday. Open lots may be reserved in person beginning at 8:30 a.m. or by phone at (903) 567-6556 after 1 p.m. at the Log Cabin. The deadline for advance reservations is Friday, one week before the sale. Lots are also available the week of First Monday and during First Monday weekend at the Log Cabin or Main Gate offices.

All vendors need a Texas sales tax ID number.
 

FIRST MONDAY PARK RESERVATION DEADLINES

 

Month Market Dates

Lot Renewal Deadline

Begin taking reservations in person at 8 a.m., by phone at 1 p.m. New Reservation Payment Deadline
Nov Oct 30-Nov2 Oct 10 Oct 14 Oct 24
Dec Nov 27-30 Nov 7 Nov 11 Nov 21
2009
Jan Jan 1-4 Dec 5 Dec 9 Dec 26
Feb Jan 29-Feb 1 Jan 9 Jan 13 Jan 23
Mar Feb 26-Mar 1 Feb 6 Feb 10 Feb 20
April April 2-5 Mar 6 Mar 10 Mar 27
May April 30-May 3 April 10 April 14 April 24
June May 28-31 May 8 May 12 May 22
July July 2-5 June 5 June 9 June 26
Aug July 30-Aug 2 July 10 July 14 July 24
Sept Sept 3-6 Aug 7 Aug 11 Aug 28
Oct Oct 1-4 Sept 11 Sept 15 Sept 25
Nov Oct 29-Nov 1 Oct 9 Oct 13 Oct 23
Dec Dec 3-6 Nov 6 Nov 10 Nov 27

Open Air Lots

Open air lots, approximately 12' wide x 20' deep are available for $50. The cost covers selling from Thursday to Sunday. No discounts are given for selling for only one or two days. No application is necessary for outdoor lots.

The Unreserved Area

The unreserved vendor lot is at the West Gate (off FM 859). The gate opens at 11 a.m. Wednesday for the First Monday weekend. Lots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Vendors will be allowed on the grounds at 9 a.m. on Monday, the week of the sale, to line up in the holding area. There is a $5/night charge (max. $10) to stay in the holding area. Payments (cash only) are to be made at the Log Cabin office upon arrival. Unreserved lots are $50 and are the same size as reserved lots. Rent must be paid prior to entering gate. Pass and receipt must be visible at all times in any vehicle entering or parked on the grounds.

The Trade Centers

An application must be submitted for rentals in the Trade Centers.

TRADE CENTER RATES
Trade Centers I & II 14' x 14' $150
Trade Centers III & IV 10' x 20' $150
 

Download Trade Center Guidelines.

Trade Center Application

The Arbor Pavilions

ARBOR PAVILION RATES
Arbor I 10' x 20' $150
Arbor II 14' x 14' $150
Arbor III 15' x 15' $160
Arbor III 15' x 20' $225

 For availability information and reservations, contact Juanita Hackney, (903) 567-6015. 

The Canton Civic Center

Civic Center vending is reserved for antiques and collectibles only. Sales items must be 20 years old or older. An application must be submitted for rentals in the Civic Center.

The Civic Center, which has air conditioning and heating, has 153 available spaces. Restroom and concession facilities are available inside the facility. Table and chairs may be rented. Parking for vendors is free. A flat fee for electricity for parking on fence is $20.

CIVIC CENTER RATES
10' x 10' $125
10' x 12'  $150
10' x 14'  $175

Download Civic Center Guidelines

Civic Center Application

Food Concession Lots

Food concession lots are required for any food item sold for immediate consumption. All food items must be sold from a food concession that meets the standards set by the Texas Department of Health. Health Department permits may be acquired through the City of Canton offices. No new applicants are currently being accepted to the waiting list for food lots. For more information, see Policies and Procedures.

Food concession lots are approximately 12' wide x 20' deep. Rental rates are $200, with each additional adjacent lot $50. Health permit and 10 lb. ABC Fire Extinguisher are required.

 

 

 

 VENDORS' FAQ

Is RV parking available inside the Original First Monday Park?
Do I need a sales tax ID number?
How do I renew a vendor space?
How do I obtain an adjoining lot?
What about utilities?
What are the vendor set-up times?
Where can I park?
What are the rules for check out?
Where can I find information about lodging in Canton?

Approved Tent & Table Vendors
First Monday Policies and Procedures

Is RV parking available inside the Original First Monday Park?

The reserved RV area is located on Flea Market Road off Hwy. 64 West (by the Canton Civic Center). These sites are pull-through with full hook-ups. Reservations may be made one month in advance beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday following First Monday weekend. Call (903) 567-6556 to reserve.

There is a three-night minimum on advance reservations. Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable and must be received in full by Friday, one week before the sale. Sites may be renewed for the following month if paid before 6 p.m. the Sunday of the sale.

Unreserved RV areas are located inside the West Gate entrance off FM 859. These rent on a first-come, first-serve basis. Full hook-ups are north (in front) of the Log Cabin. Please go to the Log Cabin office for assignment and payment of space prior to hooking up.

A dump station is located at the Flea Market Road entrance to the RV Park. Honeywagon service is available through AAA Sanitation (903) 593-5909 or 800-919-5909. Back to top

Do I need a sales tax ID number?

Yes. State law requires that each vendor apply for a Texas state sales tax ID number. There is no charge for the number. Applications are available at the Log Cabin and the Main Gate or through the Texas State Comptroller online. Back to top

How do I renew vendor space?

Current vendors have until 5 p.m. Friday after the sale to renew their lots for the following month.

Vendors must show current receipt and valid ID when renewing. Payments for the next month may be made during the sale at the following locations:

Main Gate Office (Groves Street at Capitol): Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

West Gate Office (Log Cabin off FM 859): Monday and Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.;  Saturday  from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

After office hours, use the night drop at City Hall, 290 E. Tyler, or mail payments to PO Box 245, Canton, TX 75103. The only office open during the month is the Log Cabin at the West Gate entrance. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Back to top

How do I obtain an adjoining lot?

Current vendors who want to add an adjoining lot, should call (903) 567-6556 after 3 p.m. on Monday, one week after the sale, to see if it is available. ONLY available lots ADJOINING those already in the vendor's name will be rented on this date. Back to top

What about utilities?

Water and electric hook-ups are available within 100 feet of each space. Vendors provide their own hoses and extension cords (12/3 only). Utilities are included in the lot rental rate. Standard 20 amp service is available. There is a one-time installation charge of $100 for 50 amp service and $50 for 30 amp service.

Cable TV hook-ups are $8. East Texas Cable collects from users who connect.

Open air lots with climate-controlled lodging are charged a $20 flat fee for the weekend. Back to top

What are the vendor set-up times?

Vendors may set up early on Wednesday.

8 a.m. -- Covered Pavilions, Food Vendors, Civic Center
9 a.m. -- Reserved Section Lots
10 a.m. -- Log Cabin Reserved Section
11 a.m. -- Unreserved Section Lots

No selling is allowed until Thursday. Back to top

Where can I park?

Vendors may park free of charge near the Log Cabin Office. Reserved parking is available at the Hill near the Main Gate for $25 for the weekend. Inquire about Hill parking at the Main Gate or Log Cabin offices. Vehicles parked on vacant lots may be fined and/or towed. Back to top

What are the rules for check out?

All vendors must vacate the park by 8 a.m. Tuesday following the sale. Anyone remaining will be charged $25 per day. Unattended vehicles or trailers will be impounded at the owner's expense. All trash should be bagged and stacked next to the street prior to departure. Vendors in structures must sweep their areas clean of all debris. Back to top

Where can I find information about lodging in Canton?

Contact the Canton Chamber of Commerce for lodging information. The City of Canton is not affiliated with any lodging business nor does it make any guarantee as to the quality of businesses listed on the Chamber of Commerce web site or any other web site. Back to top