SATURDAY, JANUARY 6, 2024
DOORS OPEN: 9AM - 5PM
FREE ADMISSION, STROLLERS WELCOME.
100% INDOOR MARKET
LOCATION: MARRIOTT WATERWAY
1601 LAKE ROBBINS DRIVE
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380
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PARKING OPTIONS:
FREE PARKING
TOWNE CENTER PARKING GARAGE
9809 SIX PINES DRIVE
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380
Parking at the Town Center Parking Garage is free to Marriott event guests. The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion shares this parking garage with the Marriott. If The Pavilion is hosting an event there may be a parking attendant collecting parking fees. Let the attendant know you are a Marriott guest and you will not be required to pay for parking. If there is not a scheduled event at The Pavilion the parking garage will be open and free to the public.VALET PARKING - FEES APPLY
MARRIOTT WATERWAY
1601 LAKE ROBBINS DRIVE
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380
The Marriott offers paid valet parking, the market is located in the main convention center located on the ground level near the front entrance of the hotel, directly at the valet station. Parking valet, subject to change, $28 (over night) or $22 day time event. ACCESSING THE MARKET:
From the front of the Marriott: enter the lobby, take a right and pass the restaurant, the Convention Center will be directly in front of you.
From the free parking garage (address above): take the elevator to level 4, take the sky walk and stay in the cold AC to cross over and into the Marriott building. Once inside follow the hallway to the escalator, at the bottom of the escalator is the entrance to the Convention Center.
GENERAL ADMISSION:
General admission to Big Top's Boutique Pop Up is FREE and does not require advanced registration or tickets. Please do not purchase a ticket from scammers on Facebook. There are no tickets for this event and admission is free to the public. All ages are welcome, strollers and wagons are welcome.ADA COMPLIANCE:
The facility is ADA compliant including ADA bathrooms located inside the building. The market is held indoor on carpeted flooring, the venue is one floor. Service dogs are permitted with appropriate identification. General pets are not allowed.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Get ready to have a great time! The #1 review we receive from shoppers at Big Top Events is, "We had SO much fun!". It is our pleasure to offer a wide selection exhibitors to bring the very best in boutique clothing, accessories, shoes, home decor, furniture, gourmet food, dips, sauces, art, yard decorations, holiday items and so much more! There is a little bit of everything and something for everyone! Prices range from as little as $5 and up to $2,000 and beyond. Our market is 50% hand made items and 50% manufactured items. 100% of Exhibitors are small business owners, shopping with us puts money directly into the local community. 90% of Exhibitors are based here in the Lone Star State, others travel from Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisianan, Oklahoma and Arkansas!FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: Do I need a ticket to attend?A: No, the event is free and open to the public.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Be comfortable and be{you}tiful. Wear what makes you comfortable, you'll be walking quite a bit. This market location is perfect because come heat, snow or rain we will be open!
Q: What size clothing do boutiques carry?
A: Every size! We try to bring a verity of boutiques each with their own unique style and a wide range of sizes. You will find baby, kids, juniors, standard and plus size clothing. Clothing is generally 80% girls and women's styles with 20% being for boys and men. Some of the top trending styles include boho, cowgirl, modern, soft and flirty, lounge wear, shoes, swim wear, intimates and layering pieces, robes and slippers and so much more! Most women's boutiques carry XS-XL with many expanding to XS-3XL. Clothes are generally on season and transition staple pieces. Clothing prices range but are mostly comparable to "Marshall's" pricing.
Q: Is there anything besides clothing?
A: Yes, yes a millions times yes! You will find something unique around every corner. We host a verity of Exhibitors including: home decor, furniture, gourmet food, recycled & upcycled pieces, art, yard decorations and so so so much more! Just about everything can be customized, monogrammed, embroidered or designed to your specifications.
A: Yes, yes a millions times yes! You will find something unique around every corner. We host a verity of Exhibitors including: home decor, furniture, gourmet food, recycled & upcycled pieces, art, yard decorations and so so so much more! Just about everything can be customized, monogrammed, embroidered or designed to your specifications.
Q: Will there be furniture?
A: Yes, bring your trucks and trailers so you can haul it home! We have a handful of furniture Exhibitors who hand craft solid wood furnishings. If you're looking for a simple end table or a full dinning room set - you can find it at Big Top! Our Exhibitors have a wide selection of styles including farm house inspired, reclaimed, vintage & antique pieces, solid wood, modern and more. Most Exhibitors accept custom orders and can design the perfect piece to fit your lifestyle and specific measurement requests.
A: Yes, bring your trucks and trailers so you can haul it home! We have a handful of furniture Exhibitors who hand craft solid wood furnishings. If you're looking for a simple end table or a full dinning room set - you can find it at Big Top! Our Exhibitors have a wide selection of styles including farm house inspired, reclaimed, vintage & antique pieces, solid wood, modern and more. Most Exhibitors accept custom orders and can design the perfect piece to fit your lifestyle and specific measurement requests.
Q: What kind of gourmet foods will be available for sale?
A: We define gourmet foods as pre-packaged items that are intended for you to consume at home. We are so proud that many of our Exhibitors have grown and are featured on the shelves of many grocery store shelves including H-E-B! This is a great opportunity to meet the makers and get the inside scoop on their story! Gourmet foods include salsas, dips, dip mixes, casserole mixes, cobbler mixes, ready made meals, artisan chocolates and sweets, pastries, cakes & pies, jelly & jams, pickles, canned vegetables, spices & rubs, sauces, produce and more!
A: We define gourmet foods as pre-packaged items that are intended for you to consume at home. We are so proud that many of our Exhibitors have grown and are featured on the shelves of many grocery store shelves including H-E-B! This is a great opportunity to meet the makers and get the inside scoop on their story! Gourmet foods include salsas, dips, dip mixes, casserole mixes, cobbler mixes, ready made meals, artisan chocolates and sweets, pastries, cakes & pies, jelly & jams, pickles, canned vegetables, spices & rubs, sauces, produce and more!
Q: Will there be holiday decor?
A: Absolutely! Generally speaking you will find decor related to upcoming holidays (within the next 3 months). We host a HUGE selection of Christmas decor for inside the home and outdoor decorations during our fall markets ranging from September to November. September and October markets host a wide selection of fall, Halloween and Thanksgiving decor. Our spring markets ranging from February to April host a splendor of Easter and spring decorations. Summer markets from May - August typically host patriotic, spots and summer themed decorations
Q: Are there activities for kids?
A: Not at this one. This market is focused around connecting you with local, Texas based, small businesses. We will not have any additional entertainment.
A: Absolutely! Generally speaking you will find decor related to upcoming holidays (within the next 3 months). We host a HUGE selection of Christmas decor for inside the home and outdoor decorations during our fall markets ranging from September to November. September and October markets host a wide selection of fall, Halloween and Thanksgiving decor. Our spring markets ranging from February to April host a splendor of Easter and spring decorations. Summer markets from May - August typically host patriotic, spots and summer themed decorations
Q: Are there activities for kids?
A: Not at this one. This market is focused around connecting you with local, Texas based, small businesses. We will not have any additional entertainment.
Q: Do Exhibitors accept credit and debit cards?
A: Yes, 99% of Exhibitors accept all major credit and debit cards as well as cash. There is an ATM located in the Marriott lobby which can be used to pull cash as needed.
A: Yes, 99% of Exhibitors accept all major credit and debit cards as well as cash. There is an ATM located in the Marriott lobby which can be used to pull cash as needed.
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