What is the
City of Entrepreneurs
at Union Station?
The City of Entrepreneurs at Union Station will serve as the premier local business marketplace and community activation hub during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City, Missouri.
The activation will highlight local entrepreneurs, showcase
Kansas City’s innovation ecosystem and provide an engaging experience for visitors and residents throughout the tournament period.
WHO SHOULD
PARTICIPATE?
The City of Entrepreneurs at Union Station is open to all applicants, and participation will be thoughtfully curated to ensure a diverse mix of business types and sizes while prioritizing inclusivity and a well-balanced representation of the community.
Smaller makers, artists, and pop-up businesses are still encouraged to join by curating a shared space with others, allowing for a more accessible and collaborative presence. If you need help finding people to collaborate a space with, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team!
Are you a performer, service based biz or non-profit cultural org?
Submit Here
Interested in Volunteering?
Submit Here
INTERESTED IN
SUPPORTING?
Check out our sponsorship deck and reach out to our team!
FAQs
When is the Union Station Event?
1
Private Kick Off Event - June 10th
Main Event Runs: June 11-14, June 18-21, June 25-28. July 2-5, July 9-12
Hours of Operation: Thursday and Sunday: 12pm-6pm, Friday and Saturday: 10am-6pm
Event is closed Monday - Wednesday. The Space will be secured and locked.
How long will my booth be set up?
2
Booths will remain setup entire 5wks, no breakdown between weekends. You can restock before business the following week. Vendors will receive dedicated parking
Can I partner and share a space?
3
Vendors are allowed to share booth spaces, but you must include this information in your application.
Are food vendors allowed?
4
At this time, we are only accepting vendors offering pre-packaged food items. Vendors preparing food on-site are not permitted