Kid Entrepreneurs

Start with an idea. Finish with a business.

A hands-on business-building experience for kids ages 7–12 that teaches young entrepreneurs how to turn an idea into a real business—from choosing what to sell to pricing, branding, marketing and making their first sale.

COMING NOVEMBER 6TH

What Your Kid Will Learn

THINK — Learn what entrepreneurs actually do
DISCOVER — Turn talents + interests into business ideas
TEST — Use a real SWOT analysis
STAND OUT — Create a mission, vision + unique idea
CUSTOMER — Identify an ideal customer
MONEY — Understand cost, price + profit
BRAND — Create a name, logo + brand
MARKET — Learn how to spread the word
SELL — Practice pitching + customer service
LAUNCH — Get ready for the first real customer

LEARN IT.
BUILD IT.
THEN SELL IT FOR REAL.

Learning how to start a business is exciting. Actually getting to be an entrepreneur is even better.

This holiday season, Sun & Sea is giving young entrepreneurs the opportunity to take what they've learned, create their own business and sell to real customers at two upcoming Kid Entrepreneur Markets.

Opportunities for Kid Entrepreneurs to pop up with Sun & Sea in 2026:

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29th, 10am- 3pm
Kid Entrepreneur Market
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium • San Pedro

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5th, 10am-3pm
Kid Entrepreneur Market
Promenade PV • Palos Verdes

Applications open November 6th*

*Participation in the Become a Kid Entrepreneur program is not required to apply for the markets.

SOMETHING BIG IS COMING FOR YOUR BIG IDEA.

The complete Become a Kid Entrepreneur experience launches November 6.

Created for kids ages 7–12, this hands-on program combines real business education with activities, an Idea Journal, financial literacy, branding, marketing, sales and a final business plan—all designed to help kids build something of their own.

No business experience required. Just an idea and the willingness to try.

COMING SOON!

Can't wait until November 6th?

Our Become a Kid Entrepreneur Instagram series is already underway! Each Friday, join Jessica for a mini lesson where she teaches one step of the process and gives young entrepreneurs an assignment for their Business Idea Journal.

Start with Lesson 1 and catch up anytime!

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