Join the Wildest Pop-Up Market at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo “Community Corner”

SMALL LOCAL BUSINESSES INVITED TO SHOWCASE PRODUCTS & GOODS

Bridgeport, CT – Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is calling all local makers, creatives, and small business superstars to the Community Corner for the 2025 season. Community Corner is a lively weekend pop-up on zoo grounds and the perfect place to showcase your products, share your story, and connect with thousands of zoo visitors from Memorial Day through Labor Day, every Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 3pm. 

​Community Corner is designed to bring the vibrant spirit of farmer's markets and vendor fairs to the heart of the zoo, providing a pop-up shop space available for rent. This initiative not only supports local businesses but also enhances the zoo experience, offering guests a chance to explore and purchase unique products in a charming farmstand setting. 

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Participants from the previous seasons have included a diverse group of businesses ranging from artisanal crafters with handmade jewelry, to specialty shops offering soaps, pet gear, home goods and locally harvested honey.

Businesses interested in participating in Community Corner should note that all products require proper licenses and permits approved by Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo.

For more information or to reserve your space, please contact Lindsay Durkee at [email protected].