Kansas City Monthly Vendor Market Launches on Prospect
Residents can visit the Place 2 Be Event Center to shop from local makers based within five miles of the neighborhood.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Local Shops
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The Sundays on Prospect monthly market series connects Kansas City residents with small business owners based within five miles of 72nd and Prospect. Hosted at the Place 2 Be Event Center, the gathering provides a consistent space for local makers to interact with the community.
Why it matters
By centering local vendors at the Place 2 Be Event Center, the monthly series aims to shift perceptions of the neighborhood while offering a direct platform for small businesses. For residents, this creates a reliable opportunity to support local retailers and engage with entrepreneurs in the immediate area.
The October 2026 event drew over 80 customers to see vendors located within three to five miles of 72nd and Prospect. Events are set for 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on upcoming dates.
The players
Alysia Madison
The community organizer who launched the Sundays on Prospect market series in 2026.
Place 2 Be Event Center
The Kansas City venue located at 72nd and Prospect that hosts the monthly local vendor market.
Nadira Beamon
A 17-year-old local baker who participates as a vendor in the market series.
The details
Organizer Alysia Madison facilitates these events to bring neighborhood makers and customers together at the Place 2 Be Event Center. By distributing flyers to invite those from outside the immediate vicinity, the initiative bridges the gap between nearby business owners and the wider public. Small business participants include residents like 17-year-old baker Nadira Beamon, who use the space to sell products directly to neighbors.
Timeline
August 2026: The Sundays on Prospect event series began.
October 2026: The event hosted over 80 customers.
November 29, 2026: The next scheduled event takes place.
December 20, 2026: The following scheduled event occurs.
2027: Events move to the third Sunday of every month.
The Home Front
This market series aligns with established neighborhood-level economic development initiatives that focus on increasing local foot traffic. These grassroots efforts typically seek to build local business visibility and strengthen the regional retail ecosystem.
Kansas City residents looking to support local commerce can attend the market from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on November 29 and December 20 at the Place 2 Be Event Center. Consider checking the organizer's latest flyer distributions to see the rotating list of participating businesses in your area.
The takeaway
Supporting neighborhood makers provides a practical way to invest in the local economy while discovering new services near your home. Add the monthly market dates to your calendar for 2027 to stay informed on rotating vendor offerings at 72nd and Prospect.
Further reading
Learn more about supporting small businesses in your neighborhood in our Local Shops.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Kctv5.
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