KidzBiz is Urbana Mayor DeShawn Williams' hands-on entrepreneurship program for ages 3 to 17, helping youth explore their own business ideas, build real-world skills, and gain confidence - all while having fun and making a difference in their community.
Young Ideas, Big Impact
The next KidzBiz Event will be held Sunday, August 9, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. inside Lincoln Square Mall.
What Can I Sell at My KidzBiz Stand?
Basic Information
- Online registration required (may be submitted by guardian)
- Ages 14 and under require guardian permission and responsible adult supervision at the event
- Restricted to selling only what they themselves make or grow (not resale or bought goods)
- One table and two chairs are provided for each vendor
Online Registration Form
Other questions? Reach out to KidzBiz [at] UrbanaIL.gov (KidzBiz[at]UrbanaIL[dot]gov)