VENDOR INFORMATION

Welcome to the DRM Market VENDOR Hub.

Everything you need to know to join the Distillery Road Market stallholder community.

What is the application criteria for vendors?

DRM curates events with the goal of delivering quality pop-up retail markets.

The following criteria are used to assess your application. 

Essential for all of our markets:

• Locally Australian made and designed goods of high quality for artisan vendors.

Desirable:

• Preference given to South East Queensland Business Owners.

• Organic, biodynamic, spray free and sustainable growers are preferred for produce and food vendors.

• The production of premium goods made within 200KMS of DRM is preferred.

• Sustainable goods, packaging and serving ware for food vendors.

• Bric-a-brac sellers see What can I sell at DRM? below.

NB: Vendors may be added to a waitlist and notified when a position becomes available. DRM reserves the right to decline vendors with no reason provided.

When are the DRM events?

To see our current scheduled events please visit our What’s On page.

Sundays in the Market Hall

The Sunday Market, is held inside DRM’s spacious market hall* providing an opportunity for the rapidly expanding community to shop regional produce from local farmers, producers and artisans.

Alongside market vendors there will also be a rack sale area, inviting locals to come along and find unique vintage and retro items at unbeatable prices. The market trades from 8am to 1pm.

*In the instance of an external event in the Market Hall, the market will go ahead in the undercover Outdoor Entertainment Area.

Quarterly Market Events

Our quarterly, themed market events focus on an occasion such as Spring, Christmas, Easter, Halloween, Mother’s Day etc and include theming, a diverse range of market stalls, a dessert alley, a full day of free live music, entertainment, face-painting, photo opportunities and more depending on the specific event. The markets run for the full day and are an opportunity to sell to a captivated audience across the busy lunch and dinner trade. Located inside the weather-proof Market Hall, it’s the perfect space to spend the day in comfort.

What can I sell at DRM?

Market applications are open to indoor Food Vendors (no cooking), beverages (sorry, no coffee), and Artisans.

Sundays in the Market Hall are also inviting sellers of Bric-a-brac and second hand clothing to apply.

Food Vendors are, but not limited to:

Organic produce, ready-to-eat items from pastries to preserves, and food that does not require BBQ or stove-top cooking onsite such as toasted sandwiches, waffles, acai bowls, etc.

It is each vendor’s responsibility to ensure that you comply with all laws and regulations, including food handling and food safety regulations.

Beverage Vendors:

Non-alcoholic beverages, however no coffee vendors or coffee producers.

Artisan Vendors:

Makers that create, design and sell high-quality products made in Australia.

Plants and botanical supplies. Please refer to the Vendor Criteria above for more information.

DRM does not accept resellers, retailers or mass-produced items.

Rack sale, Bric-a-brac and second hand clothing Vendors:

We accept applications from vendors who sell women’s and men’s vintage, retro and preloved fashion, jewellery, shoes and accessories - the items must be in good quality without any holes, stains or odours. Vintage, retro and unique homewares, crockery, kitchenalia, décor, aprons, fabric and sewing notions, dress patterns etc. Basically anything that is still in good working condition and deserves to be adored in a new owners’ home. Please note applications for bric-a-brac and second hand will only be considered for our Sundays in the Market Hall markets only and not our one-off quarterly events.

The Queensland Government, Office of Fair Trading, administers a range of national mandatory safety and information standards and bans for particular products supplied in the consumer marketplace, including weekend markets. Standards apply to children's toys, nightwear, cosmetics and care labelling on clothing and textiles. Full details of these regulated consumer products can be viewed and downloaded from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) website at www.productsafety.gov.au

For more information please refer to the Vendor Criteria here.

What types of stalls are available?

Sundays in the Market Hall are held in our indoor Market Hall

Food Vendors can select from the following:

• 3m x 3m stall (indoor only, no onsite cooking)

Artisan vendors

• 3m x 3m stall (indoor only)

Rack sale vendors

• 3 x 3m space - limit one table and 2 x racks or 3 x racks (indoor only)

Looking for a stall size not listed above? Use the special requests field in the application form to communicate any specific stall needs or accessibility requirements, e.g. wheelchair access.

How much do stalls cost?

Sundays in the Market Hall

• Food stalls $44 incl GST (includes up to 25 amp power access)

• Artisan Market stalls 3m x 3m indoor $44 incl GST (larger stalls available on request)

• Rack Sale 3m x 3m $44 incl GST

Quarterly Market Events

• Food stalls $55 incl GST (includes up to 25 amp power access)

• Artisan Market stalls 3m x 3m indoor $55 incl GST (larger stalls available on request)

How do I apply for a stall at DRM?

New vendors complete the online application form <2025 MARKET APPLICATION COMING SOON> after reading through the Vendor Criteria.

Existing vendors complete the online application form <2025 MARKET APPLICATION COMING SOON> to apply for future events you wish to participate in. Existing vendors are businesses that have participated in a DRM event before.

Can I hire trestle tables or pay for insurance just for the event?

DRM does not hire out items such as tables, you will need to bring your own set-up for the market. 

DRM cannot provide you with insurance, all Vendors must have their own Public Liability Insurance which includes coverage of a minimum of $20m for Food Vendors, and $10m for Artisan Vendors.

Do I need insurance?

All DRM stallholders are required to have their own Public Liability Insurance ($20M for food stalls and trucks, $10M for Artisan and Bric-a-brac vendors). 

Once approved, each applicant will receive an email for their Certificate of Currency for their PLI. 

Do I need a Food Service License?

All Food Vendors are required to have a current Food Service License regardless of whether it’s a hobby, side hustle or a full business operation.

What do I need to supply?

You will need to supply everything required for your site to trade. DRM does not hire out any items to vendors (with the exception of 15 amp splitters at a cost of $10).

Can I get a powered site?

Yes powered sites are available for all events and pop-up markets. Charges apply for power and must be booked in advance via the Vendor Application form.

Sundays in the Market Hall vendors have access to power, $15 per 15 amp outlet.

Generators are not permitted at DRM events, unless by prior approval.

Do I need to apply each time I want to attend?

Yes, you must apply for each date you would like to trade by ticking the dates you would like to apply for on our application form.   You can select more than one event date per application.  Participation can only commence if payment is received at least two weeks prior to the event date.

If you have participated in any DRM events before, please choose the Existing Vendor application form (making sure you use the same email address for each application for your business). If you’re new to DRM events, choose New Vendor.

Can I pick my stall location at DRM?

No, stall locations are allocated by the DRM events team. All stalls are grouped appropriately as decided by event management.

Can I trade as a vendor at every event held at DRM?

No. In addition, Vendors are not guaranteed exclusivity for their category of product at any event unless they have specifically negotiated such exclusivity with DRM.

Vendors must apply individually for each event date they wish to trade.

DRM ensures each market is appropriately varied for Vendors and Visitors.

If your Vendor category is full for an event, your application for a stall will be waitlisted. If a stall becomes available, the Event Manager will contact the Vendor advising them of the vacancy.

How far in advance should I apply for a stall at DRM?

Depending on availability, applications close two weeks prior to each event.

Can I share a stall?

Unfortunately no, we do not allow sharing of stalls between more than one Vendor, unless prior approved by management.

Are Vendor EFTPOS facilities mandatory?

No, they are not mandatory for Vendors. However, cashless transactions are the preferred method of payment for many customers. While there is an ATM nearby (but not onsite), we suggest you research options to facilitate card and e-payments such as PayPal and Square.

Do I need an ABN?

Yes, we highly recommend you have an ABN for business purposes. Apply for an ABN here.

What is the DRM Cancellation and Refund Policy?

Once a booking has been confirmed by our Events Manager and payment has been received by our Accounts team, no refunds for stall fees are issued.  In addition, should a vendor choose to cancel their participation for an event within 72 hours of the event date, payment of invoice is still required.  No refunds and credits are provided due to weather.

I’ve just submitted an application, what’s next?

Applications successfully submitted will be followed by a confirmation email.  If you receive an error message on the form, please re-submit your application. If you do not receive confirmation, we have not received your application.  Please check your spam / junk folder before getting in touch with us.

How long will it take for my application to be considered?

Due to the high volume of applications received, Vendor applications are processed per event.

You will be emailed the results of your application 21 days prior to the event date at the very latest.

What else do I need to know?

DRM are always looking for new and interesting vendors for their events.

Applications to become a vendor at DRM markets do not guarantee a stall.

All applications will be responded to with either acceptance, a decline due to the criteria, or will be waitlisted due to the category being full.

Vendors are chosen via a selective curation process. Your application will be assessed for suitability against the Vendor Criteria outlined above.

On confirmation of your acceptance, stall site payments and required documents must be supplied by the due date to be eligible to trade.

DRM reserves the right to decline any application based on suitability or otherwise.

Please take some time to read through the Vendor Terms and Conditions which will provide you with additional information.

I still have questions!

No problem, please email our Events Team using info@drm.markets and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.