Bangalore Market Hits 50th Event Celebrating Sustainability

What started as a simple idea in 2022 has blossomed into a monthly gathering that's changing how people in Bangalore think about shopping and sustainability.

Manisha Vinod's Bangalore Creative Circus launched the BCC Carnival as a monthly market celebrating conscious living, local farmers, and sustainable businesses. On June 6 and 7, the community will mark its 50th edition with a special two-day festival in Yeshwantpur.

The market happens every first Sunday of the month, creating a space where sustainability meets celebration. Visitors can find fresh produce, millet mixes, healthy snacks, organic clothing, upcycled accessories, and traditional games alongside live entertainment, workshops, and farm-to-table food.

What makes this market special goes beyond the products on display. Manisha has supported hundreds of farmers and small businesses through a unique 90:10 revenue share model, where BCC only takes 10% of sales proceeds.

"The important part is in the engagement of the farmers with the customers, knowing where our food comes from, and understanding the challenges of climate change," Manisha explains. She's committed to making sustainable living accessible to everyone in a city where most similar markets remain out of reach for many residents.

The Ripple Effect

Each monthly gathering has explored different themes over the years, from Celebrating Play to solutions for the climate crisis to repair and reuse initiatives. These aren't just shopping events but spaces for exchanging ideas and discovering sustainable alternatives for everyday life.

Loyal brands have stuck with BCC since the very first market. Chempotty Estate brings cacao and sour sop, Tengin offers coconut products, and Forgotten Foods showcases millet-based items. First-time vendors have set up their first stalls here, and individuals have discovered new passions through workshops and shared experiences.

The community has grown organically with every edition, proving that people are hungry for ways to live more kindly toward nature and humanity. The focus stays on sharing solutions instead of just talking about problems.

Entry to the 50th edition celebration remains free, staying true to the mission of making conscious living accessible to all. Four years and 50 markets later, this small idea has become a movement showing that sustainable choices can be joyful, affordable, and community-driven.