Darling Buds of Spring

Spring is a season of growth — and so are small businesses.

Darling Buds of Spring launches the 2026 Qarakata Market Fair Series with a curated community marketplace designed to spotlight emerging brands and creative entrepreneurs.

📅 Saturday 4 April 2026
🕛 12:00pm – 6:00pm
📍 Goodmayes Methodist Church & Community Centre, Percy Road, IG3 8UA
🎟 Free Entry

What to Expect

Up to 30 curated independent vendors
Fashion, beauty, handmade goods & gifts
Lifestyle brands
Two featured food vendors
Easter Egg Hunt for children
Family-friendly atmosphere

We intentionally limit vendor spaces to ensure a high-quality, enjoyable experience for shoppers and brands alike.

Easter Egg Hunt

Timed sessions will take place during the afternoon for different age groups. Parents must supervise children at all times. Further details will be announced closer to the event.

Vendor Information

Vendor spaces are limited to a maximum of 30 stalls.

If you are a small business owner interested in participating, we encourage early application.

👉 [Apply to Trade]

Sponsorship Opportunities

Local businesses are invited to support this community-focused event through sponsorship partnerships.

👉 [Request Sponsorship Information]

Register to Attend

Attendance is free, but registration is encouraged for planning purposes.

👉 [Register on Eventbrite]

Easter Egg Hunt – Family Highlight

As part of our Darling Buds of Spring celebration, we are hosting a fun and organised Easter Egg Hunt for children.

Timed sessions will take place during the afternoon, grouped by age to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.

How It Works

Children will be grouped by age category
Each group will have a timed egg hunt session
Individually wrapped chocolate eggs will be placed in a designated area
Parents or guardians must supervise children at all times

Why We Included It

The Easter Egg Hunt is designed to:

Encourage family participation
Create memorable moments
Increase community engagement
Add a joyful seasonal element to the marketplace

Allergy Notice: Eggs will be individually wrapped. Parents are responsible for checking ingredients.

Grand Prize Raffle

To celebrate the launch of our 2026 Market Fair Series, we are hosting a special raffle with an exciting grand prize:

📺 55-Inch Samsung Smart TV

Raffle tickets will be available:

Online before the event
On the day at the venue

The raffle draw will take place live during the event.

All proceeds from raffle ticket sales will support the continued growth of the Qarakata Market Fair and future community initiatives.

🎟 Ticket details and pricing will be announced shortly.