PROJECT: POP-UP | GLOUCESTER, MA

Incubator Space at 206 Main Street
440 Sq ft | Pop-In Opportunities Available
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Calling all Emerging Brands, Artists, Entrepreneurs and Innovators!

UpNext is partnering with the City of Gloucester and Action Inc. to launch a Project: Pop-Up incubator space! Project: Pop-Up offers founders with fresh ideas access to premium space to experiment and expand their concepts.

Please note: Applications continue to be accepted on a rolling basis, space permitting.

A Launchpad for Gloucester

Project: Pop-Up is activating a beautiful storefront featuring Detali at 206 Main Street to welcome retailers, artists, and other small businesses looking to take their concepts for a brick and mortar test drive. Brands will have the opportunity to pop in for a seasonal opportunity and be provided with access to a suite of resources to help seed their success.

This space is owned by our community partner, Action Inc., who is further assisting potential brands with subsidized utilities. This Project: Pop-Up initiative is committed to prioritizing low income, BIPOC, and women entrepreneurs in their path of small business ownership.

Ideal Categories Include:

Sustainable, independent brands and retailers, artists, makers, galleries and other unique cultural or bespoke experiences. Entrepreneurial and forward-thinking concepts encouraged to apply.

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Program Highlights

440 SF of turnkey retail space at 206 Main Street
- Accessible pop-in opportunities currently available within Detali's sustainable, curated space, driven by ocean-friendly retail offerings paired with events + experiences.
- Pop-in brands will have access to shelf space rent-free, and must be available to staff the shop 1-2 days per week.
Utilities included
Wifi included
Available for 4 seasons:*
- Season 1: August 2022-October 2022
- Season 2: October 2022-December 2022
- Season 3: January 2023-March 2023
- Season 4: April 2023-June 2023
*Please note dates/timeframes are subject to change
Sharable space
Storefront may be shared by multiple collaborators—offset costs and enhance cross-promotional opportunities
Access to a suite of resources, including:
- Marketing and PR opportunities
- Pop-Up Master Checklist and FAQs
- UpNext support and expertise
- Setup and installation aid
Flexible fixtures included
Signage support
Marketing + special event stipends

Funding and Partnerships

This project is being funded by the Massachusetts Office of Business Development REDO grant program as part of the state’s efforts to accelerate economic recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic. Following the challenges the pandemic has induced, Gloucester is thrilled to welcome emerging brands, artists and more to their downtown district.