Dreamland Brooklyn
Beauty, fashion, culture—curated in DUMBO.
DUMBO's first Black Wall Street marketplace—2,800 sq ft of meticulously curated beauty, fashion, and culture. 55+ rotating Black-owned vendors. Live entertainment. Real, measurable impact.
Why Dreamland Brooklyn?
More than a marketplace—a cultural institution where discerning collectors meet legacy builders, and every transaction advances economic empowerment.
Curated Excellence
Every vendor is rigorously vetted. Every product tells a story. Discover premium beauty, fashion, and accessories unavailable elsewhere.
Historic Legacy
Honoring Tulsa's Dreamland Theatre and Black Wall Street, we're building Brooklyn's modern engine of economic empowerment.
Direct Impact
Your dollars fund youth entrepreneurship, launch emerging brands, and build intergenerational wealth—in real time.
Live Culture
DJ sets, Front Stage interviews, youth showcases—shopping fused with storytelling in an immersive, electric environment.
DUMBO Destination
Skyline views, waterfront energy, cobblestone charm. Make Dreamland the centerpiece of your Brooklyn experience.
Discover First
Meet founders in person, witness product drops before they trend, and support brands at their origin.
Where Waterfront Sophistication Meets Cultural Capital
Nestled in Brooklyn's most coveted neighborhood, Dreamland occupies the same cobblestone streets as tech innovators, design studios, and culinary icons. We're not just adjacent to DUMBO's creative energy—we're amplifying it with intentional commerce and cultural legacy.
This is where conscious consumers become legacy builders. Where Brooklyn's professionals discover brands before the world does. Where every visit is an investment in the future.
Skyline Views
Steps from Brooklyn Bridge Park's waterfront promenade
Cultural Curation
Quality standards matching DUMBO's gallery & boutique district
Architectural Legacy
295 Front Street's converted industrial space—history reimagined
Weekend Ritual
Join DUMBO's Saturday & Sunday tradition with purpose
What to Expect
A multi-sensory journey through Black excellence, entrepreneurship, and community.
Black-Owned Vendors
Rotating selection ensures fresh discoveries every visit. Beauty, fashion, accessories, gourmet treats.
Young Entrepreneurs
Archer Street showcases the next generation—ages 14–25 building brands with mentorship and exposure.
Weekends Monthly
Saturdays 11am–7pm, Sundays 10am–4pm. Consistent schedule, always something new.
Entertainment
Front Stage interviews, DJ performances, founder spotlights—all streaming live while you shop.
Exclusive Events
Beyond weekend shopping—curated experiences for culture creators and conscious consumers.
First Fridays
Intimate, invite-only preview nights before the weekend rush. Connect with founders, catch exclusive drops, network with Brooklyn's cultural elite.
When: First Friday of each month, 7pm–11pm
Vibe: Ticketed, curated, cocktails & culture
Front Stage
Our live media hub streams founder stories, product reveals, and youth spotlights in real time. Shop while watching entrepreneurship unfold.
Where: Throughout marketplace
Watch: NuRenn app + in-person screens
Plan Your Visit
Location
295 Front Street, 4th Floor
DUMBO, Brooklyn, NY
Steps from Brooklyn Bridge Park. A/C or F trains to High Street.
Hours
Saturdays: 11am–7pm
Sundays: 10am–4pm
Open 3 weekends per month. Week 4 reserved for special events.
2026 Launch
MLK Legacy Day
January 19, 2025
Be part of history as we launch Brooklyn's Black Wall Street marketplace.
What to Bring
Your curiosity, your wallet, and your support. Cash and cards accepted. Come ready to discover.
Are You a Vendor?
Join 55+ Black-owned businesses building legacy in Brooklyn's premier marketplace. Applications now open for our Grand Opening and beyond.
View Vendor Opportunities BelowVendor Info
Let's Build Together
295 Front Street, 4th Floor, DUMBO | 2,800 sq ft of Empowerment
Valentine's Season Launch: Jan 31–Feb 1, Feb 7–8, Feb 14–15
The Vision
In the spirit of Tulsa's historic Dreamland Theatre—we are re-imagining the Black-owned marketplace. A year-round empowerment hub showcasing 55+ rotating Black-owned vendors (80+ annually).
Historic Legacy
Honoring Black Wall Street while building Brooklyn's premier cultural destination for economic empowerment and community healing.
Economic Engine
Fostering youth entrepreneurship, intergenerational wealth, and sustainable business growth through beauty and apparel focus.
Community Partners
Detroit Avenue showcases up to 5 mission-aligned charitable organizations, sponsors, Black-owned banks, and community services complementing Ember Charter Schools.
The Experience
A curated journey through beauty, fashion, and culture
VIP Spotlight
Step into exclusive VIP Sanctums—skyline views frame your private brand sanctuary. Premium drops, dedicated space, luxury from day one.
Greenwood Avenue
Main floor apparel/accessories — 16 sq ft pods, BYO tables, 24 spots max. No sharing.
Renaissance Rooms 1–4
Beauty/fashion specialty — 30 sq ft, shared possible (max 2), styling chairs available.
Kitchen Island
Food vendors only — 52 sq ft, prep island, fridge + microwave. NYC Health permit required.
Archer Street Youth
15 spots for ages 14–25 — 10 Ember + 5 open. Mentorship included.
Vendor Tiers & Pricing
All prices = PER WEEKEND (Sat–Sun) • Valentine's Season: 3 weekends
- No sharing
- Priority marketing
- Co-branded signage
- 1 small table
- No sharing
- 24 spots max
- $125 each (max 2)
- Tables, rack, signage
- Water views
- Prep island
- Fridge + microwave
- NYC Health permit required
- 15 spots max
- 10 Ember reserved
- Mentorship included
- Nonprofits
- Black-owned banks
- 5 spots
FOUNDING VENDOR PACKAGE
FIRST 20 VENDORS ONLY — Pay for 2 Weekends, Get the 3rd FREE
All 3 Valentine's Season weekends (Jan 31–Feb 1, Feb 7–8, Feb 14–15)
LOCK IN BY JAN 15 — Payment = spot secured
Priority spot selection • FREE MLK Preview Day included
EMERGING ENTREPRENEUR INCENTIVE
10 Slots — Nu & Youth Founders Welcome
Youth (14–25): 75% OFF first weekend → $42.50 (Greenwood only)
Nu (<1 year): FLAT $100 first weekend (Any tier except VIP)
First-come, first-approved • Upload proof in application
FOUNDERS CLUB
4-Month Legacy (Feb–May 2026)
9 weekends total • Pay 50% upfront → balance monthly
Priority spot • Co-branded signage • Featured marketing
Access to First Friday preview nights
Front Stage & First Fridays
Your Brand. Live. Legendary.
Front Stage
Paying homage to our DUMBO Front Street location — Dreamland's live media hub. Your brand interview, product drop, or founder story streamed live on the NuRenn app.
Youth-led spotlights • DJ sets • Cultural moments • All while customers shop
First Fridays
Ticketed, invite-only preview nights (7pm–11pm) — private vendor showcases, investor meet & greets, live performances, mobile bar.
First Fridays Feb 6 & Mar 6 are part of Founders Club package. Build buzz before the weekend begins.
Archer Street: Young Entrepreneurs in Action
15 spots for ages 14–25 — 10 reserved for Ember students. Full mentorship, live interviews, and real-world business exposure.
Learn About Ember ProgramsBy The Numbers
Saturday 11am–7pm • Sunday 10am–4pm
Setup window: 9:30am–10am each day
Valentine's Season: Jan 31–Feb 1, Feb 7–8, Feb 14–15
Key Dates
2026
MLK Legacy Day
FREE community preview • 11am–4pm • Test operations & build buzz
2026
Valentine's Season Weekend 1
Grand opening with 55+ vendors.
2026
First Friday
Ticketed preview night • 7pm–11pm • Founders Club exclusive
2026
Valentine's Season Weekend 2
Love & commerce momentum builds.
2026
Valentine's Season Weekend 3
Peak shopping opportunity.
2026
Cycle 2 Begins
New rotation, new vendors.
2026
Blacks in Wax Festival
Scholarship launch, 800+ attendees.