Urban Sessions Market
Independent brands. Local sound. Community.
Come for the finds.
Stay for the vibe.
A day of original goods, good music and real connections. An evening built around live sound. One gathering for Bend’s creative community.
This is where it starts.
Take a quick look at Open Space in Bend and the first Urban Sessions: original goods, local music and a welcoming place to connect.
We're bringing people together around a winter food and clothing drive. Interested in vending, performing or becoming a community partner? Find your place in the first event.
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True Craft Soap Co. introduces Urban Sessions at Open Space Event Studios in Bend on January 23, 2027. The preview shows the venue exterior and event flyers for local vendors and musicians. The event brings together creative shopping, live music and a winter food and clothing drive. Interested vendors, artists, sponsors and community partners are invited to reach out, or save the date and attend. The daytime market is 10 AM–5 PM and all ages; evening concert details will be announced separately.
A place for the people making something different.
Urban Sessions brings independent makers, local musicians, creative brands and community-minded businesses into one welcoming space. Discover custom clothing, live-print concepts, vintage finds, art, accessories and distinctive gifts while you connect with the people behind them.
We’re building a curated creative market with a relaxed sip-and-shop feel, food partnerships and local music that complements the room. Bring a friend, bring the family, and find something you wouldn’t discover scrolling at home.
Shop. Listen. Connect.
10 AM–5 PM · All ages
Meet independent vendors and hear local talent in a relaxed atmosphere. Daytime music will stay at a level that leaves space for shopping, conversation and hanging out.
The after-party.
Evening concert · Details to come
After the market closes, the main floor transitions into a concert space. Music partners, artists, start time, admission and age policy will be announced after confirmation and approval.
There’s more than one way to be part of it.
Bring your work.
We’re gathering creative vendors, independent brands and food partners who fit the atmosphere.
Indoor booths: $40 per spot
Optional table-and-chair package +$15.
No canopies. One table per vendor, six-foot maximum; purchase two booth spots for a second table. Tablecloths required. Products and setups are approved through the vendor application.
See vendor detailsBring your support.
Help with the venue, promotion, production or artist costs. Offer an in-kind contribution, a food partnership, useful introductions or a way to reach more of the community.
Sponsorship options: Headliner $1,000+, Spotlight $500 and Community $250, with recognition by tier. Every sponsor receives free event admission, two after-party concert tickets and a thank-you letter.
Explore sponsorshipInterested in the daytime music program, live printing, event production or helping us build the network? Contact Ivan with your role, links to your work, availability and any rates or technical needs. Selection and compensation will be agreed individually.
Good energy. Something useful to give back.
We’re developing a food and winter-clothing drive with local receiving organizations. Our goal is to turn a day of music and local shopping into practical winter support.
Receiving partners, accepted items and donation handling are being coordinated. We’ll publish those details before collecting donations. Event sponsorship supports event costs; any direct charitable contributions will be identified separately.
Is the market family friendly?
Yes. The 10 AM–5 PM market is all ages and designed to welcome people from across the community. The evening concert’s age policy will be announced separately.
Where is Open Space?
Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, Oregon. Vendor load-in, parking and the final layout will be shared with approved participants.
What is admission?
Our proposed daytime entry is an unexpired, nonperishable food item or a donation of $1 or more. Final admission, receiving partners and donation handling will be announced before the event. Concert admission is separate and still being finalized.
Will there be food and drinks?
We’re recruiting food and beverage partners. Menus, vendors and service details will be announced as arrangements are confirmed. Alcohol service, if offered, will be subject to venue approval and the required permits, staffing and age checks.
Is this a recurring event?
The vision is to build a sustainable gathering that can return every couple of months. January 23 is our first confirmed date; future dates depend on the response, partnerships and event results.