THE ESSENTIALS

UpNext is partnering with Hobbs Brook to bring a mini-market to their summer concert series at the Mainspring Campus in Waltham, combining live music and local shopping in a dynamic outdoor setting. Attendees will enjoy food and drinks while they shop, with the August 20th event featuring the annual BBQ, Blues + Beer celebration. Set up shop at each concert alongside other emerging brands and connect with a lively crowd of professionals soaking up the summer vibes!

Ideal categories include: apparel, accessories, specialty gifts, artisanal food + drink purveyors, artists/makers, unique cultural + bespoke experiences, workshops + special events, sustainably-made goods**

**Priority consideration given to eco-supportive brands that sell sustainable gifts

Please note: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Brands may hear before the application deadline that they have been accepted.

THE AMENITIES

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Outdoor tent provided by space
Table + linens
Onsite catering provided to brands
Wifi included
Free onsite parking
Easily accessible by car + public transit

THE FULL SCOOP

The Hobbs Brook Summer Mini-Markets will take place alongside a lively summer concert series, creating a vibrant atmosphere for vendors and attendees alike. Vendors will be under a tent, with tables and linens provided by Hobbs Brook. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your business to an engaged audience enjoying live music and community events. Join us for one or both dates—and be part of the summer experience!

THE HOURS + RATES*

Thursday, May 28, 2026
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Thursday, August 20, 2026

Hours of Operation: 3-6PM
*This is a free event

THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Nestled all together on the Mainspring Campus, you’ll find a vibrant mix of neighbors including Vistaprint/Cimpress, Zoominfo, Shopify, Pega, Hitachi, Danaher and Seqirus. In the past, Hobbs Brook has offered their tenants a wide variety of amenities and activities—onsite gardens overseen by a trained farmer to test and develop their gardening skills, a More Than Words bookstore cart, bike repair pop-ups, and concerts in the summer months—all highly attended. At Mainspring, the demographic skews towards younger professionals with a strong emphasis in tech.