The Motherhood Market is a community event designed to support women and mothers in every part of life. From pregnancy and early motherhood to personal wellness, career growth, and family life, this event brings together local businesses and services that support women in mind, body, soul, career, and family.
The Motherhood Market
Why We’re Hosting This Event
Motherhood can be a beautiful but demanding season of life. For many women, it can also feel heavy or isolating at times. While our community offers many valuable services and resources that support mothers and families, many women simply don’t know they exist.
The Motherhood Market was created to bring those resources together in one place.
By gathering businesses and professionals who support women and families, we hope to create a space where mothers can discover support, connection, and community.
This event is designed to strengthen the local network of support surrounding women, mothers, and families.
The Five Pillars of the Event
Mind
Support for mental and emotional well-being.
Examples may include:
• therapists
• postpartum mental health specialists
• parenting coaches
• mindfulness programs
Body
Examples may include:
• chiropractors
• prenatal and postpartum fitness programs
• pelvic floor therapists
• nutritionists
• maternal health professionals
• local hospitals and maternity programs
Soul
Personal care, faith, and self-connection.
Examples may include:
• estheticians and skincare professionals
• beauty services
• massage therapy
• wellness products
• churches or faith communities
• yoga or meditation programs
Career
Supporting women professionally and encouraging entrepreneurship.
Examples may include:
• women-owned businesses
• business coaches
• networking groups
• creative entrepreneurs
• financial advisors
• real estate professionals
Family
Services that support home and family life.
Examples may include:
• childcare centers
• baby and children's boutiques
• family photographers
• children's activity programs
• early education services
• pediatric health services
• housekeeping or home maintenance services
Event Highlights
The Motherhood Market will feature a curated selection of local businesses alongside family-friendly activities designed to create a welcoming and engaging experience for attendees.
The event will include:
• 25–35 carefully selected vendors focused on motherhood and family life
• food trucks and refreshments
• children’s activities including bounce houses and face painting
• character meet-and-greets for families
• a DJ providing music and event announcements
• raffle giveaways and community engagement activities
Our goal is to create a warm, family-friendly environment where women and families can explore local businesses, discover helpful resources, and enjoy a day together.
Expected Attendance & Audience Benefits
The Motherhood Market is designed to attract women and families in the early stages of building their lives and raising children. Our target audience includes women ages 25–35 who are expecting, navigating early motherhood, or raising young families.
Attendees will include:
• expecting mothers and new parents
• families with babies and young children
• women seeking wellness, support, and community resources
• families interested in discovering trusted local businesses
This audience represents a highly engaged group that actively seeks services, products, and support related to pregnancy, motherhood, family life, and personal wellness.
By participating in the Motherhood Market, vendors have the opportunity to:
• connect directly with local families in a welcoming environment
• introduce their products and services to new customers
• build relationships within the motherhood and family community
• increase visibility among a targeted audience of women and mothers
• become part of a supportive network of local businesses
Our goal is to create a meaningful event where businesses and families can connect in ways that continue well beyond the event itself.
Event Details
Location: Elmira / Big Flats area
Date: Planned for Spring 2027 (May)
Estimated Vendors: 25–35 carefully selected businesses
Audience: Women and mothers ages 25–65 and their families
Vendor Interest
We are currently gathering interest from businesses that would like to participate in the first Motherhood Market.
If your business supports women, mothers, or families in areas such as wellness, motherhood services, children's products, or family support, we would love to hear from you.
Submit your information below to be notified when vendor applications officially open and to receive early updates about the event.
