Naperville church to host third annual All Abilities Vendor Fair Sept. 12

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Naperville will host its third annual All Abilities Vendor Fair on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., celebrating entrepreneurs, organizations, and businesses that serve and are led by members of the disability community.

The free, family-friendly event will feature dozens of vendors, food, activities for all ages, and opportunities to connect with local organizations that support individuals and families living with disabilities.

The All Abilities Vendor Fair exists to create opportunities for businesses and organizations owned, operated, or designed for people with disabilities to showcase their work while helping build a more connected and inclusive community.

“One of the greatest gifts of this event is seeing barriers come down,” said Autumn Wouk, founder of the vendor fair. “Our hope is that every person who attends leaves having discovered an incredible local business, made a new connection, and experienced a community where everyone belongs.”

The event builds on a growing partnership between Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and Front Porch Church.

Since launching in 2023, the All Abilities Vendor Fair has continued to grow as a celebration of entrepreneurship, inclusion, and community. In addition to many vendors and family activities, this year’s fair is made possible in part by BrightPoint Financial.

The event is open to the public, and admission is free. For information, visit gshepchurch.org.