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Eastern Market
Eastern Market Shed Rental Inquiry Form

Thank you for inquiring about holding your event at Eastern Market. Please review the following information before completing the form:

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN 2027 DATES, PLEASE CLICK HERE: 2027 and Beyond Inquiry 

UNALLOWED EVENTS

Eastern Market is NOT currently renting space for the following events:

  • New Vendor Selling Events / Pop Up Shops 
  • Block Party / Carnival Activities
  • Cannabis or CBD Events
  • Birthday/Dance/Graduation Parties
  • Family/Class Reunions
  • Prom send offs
  • Bridal/Baby Showers
  • Concerts/Music Events

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR RENTAL

  • Shed access beginning at 9AM
  • Indoor restrooms
  • Access to water and electrical hookups
  • High speed Wi-Fi
  • Free parking with at least 100 spaces.
  • Staff that will handle bathroom cleaning, trash removal, parking lot patrol, and any questions or concerns that may arise
    • Onsite for 1 hour before and after event, and will be billed separately based on total attendance and nature of event. 

We are a non-traditional rental facility, meaning we rent the space ONLY. You must provide all event items, (tables, chairs, AVL, etc.) We do not offer any food, beverage, or event packages, as the space is yours to transform as you please. We are happy to provide you with a list of preferred vendors. 

RATES

  • All rates and costs are custom for each event, so pricing will be explained and detailed ONLY after a walkthrough. If you have had an event with us in the past, we will need to have a formal meeting discussing your event plans. 
  • For holiday weekend events, rates will be doubled (Memorial day weekend, Labor day weekend, etc.)

UNAVAILABLE DATES

  • Saturdays year-round
  • Sunday weddings June through December
  • 3rd Sunday of May (Flower Day)
  • 3rd Thursday of September (Eastern Market After Dark)

UNKNOWN DATES

  • 2027 and beyond
    • Due the unique nature of our market operations and programming, we are not booking 2027 events until the fall of 2026. If you are still interested and would like to remain updated, please fill out this link. 
  • Sun, Mon, Thurs September-December
    • All dates held for Lions home Tailgating events. In event of a Monday or Thursday night game, no Tuesday or Friday events will be held. We anticipate the schedule release in May 2026, so we are unable to give availability on those dates until then. 

    EVENT REQUIREMENTS

    For every event, you must provide us with

    • Event insurance with BOTH The City of Detroit and Eastern Market as additional insured parties
    • Valid liquor license/catering permit at least 2 weeks prior to the event date.
    • Food vendor list for license check
    • Detailed floor plan
    • Check in meeting 2-3 weeks before event

    Contact Information
    First Name (required)
    Last Name (required)
    Company
    Email (required)
    Phone (required)
    Address for Invoice & Contract (required)
    Event Information
    Event Name (required)
    Event Type (required)
    Which shed are you interested in renting? (required)
    Preferred Event Date (required)
    Preferred Start Time (required)
    Preferred Event End Date (if multi-day)
    Preferred End Time (required)
    Please describe to us your setup and breakdown times & procedures for your event. (required)
    Will your load in require a fork lift? (MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN EQUIPMENT) (required)
    Short description of event (required)
    Estimated Headcount (required)
    people
    Will alcohol be served? (Will need a valid liquor license on file) (required)
    Will tents, stages, or risers be used? (Tents must be 10x10 and stage/risers must not exceed 12 inches off the ground) (required)
    Will food be served? (We will need a food vendor list for license check) (required)
    Will you need any kitchen usage? (Rental fees will be applied; No storage allowed) (required)
    What activities will be occurring during your event? (required)
    Is this event ticketed or free to the public? (required)
    Is this a Private or Public Event? (required)
    Will there be music? (required)
    Any additional information we should know?