This week’s style and shopping highlights include an immersive, cabana-themed fashion show, vintage and makers markets and more for Memorial Day weekend. I’ve added a ⭐️ next to my top picks.
Sip N Bloom and Amy Seeman are back with another high-style fashion show.
TUESDAY, 5/23:
The Markets at Viking Lakes: Summer Series: Beginning today, the Viking Lakes multi-use development in Eagan is hosting a weekly market every Tuesday evening featuring 50+ vendors, theme days, food, craft beer, live music and more. Tuesdays through 7/18 (excluding 7/4) from 4:30–8:30pm @ Viking Lakes, 2685 Vikings Cir, Eagan, @vikinglakes
⭐️ Sip N Bloom x Amy Seeman present La Cabaña: The immersive fashion experience presented by Sip N Bloom and stylist Amy Seaman returns for their annual spring show. This spring’s show takes on a beach cabana theme with a fully stylized environment showcasing new spring creations from top fashion and accessory retailers and designers, plus shopping pop-ups before and after the show. Tuesday at 6pm @ The Beach Club, 3141 Dean Pkwy, Minneapolis. Tickets $75–$120 @ sip-n-bloom.com
NE Farmers Market After Dark: The Northeast Farmers Market is back with its monthly night market at Bauhaus Brew Labs. Shop handmade goods from local makers and produce from local farmers, plus enjoy live music and sip on Bauhaus’s seasonal craft brews while you shop. Tuesday 6–9pm plus every 4th Tuesday through 10/24 @ Bauhaus Brew Labs, 1315 Tyler St NE, Minneapolis, @ne_fm
THURSDAY, 5/25–SATURDAY, 5/27:
⭐️ Art for a Cause: Stephanie Dillon + Justin Hammer Art Sale: Contemporary artists Stephanie Dillon and Justin Hammer are opening up their studio to sell specially-priced artworks with proceeds benefiting The Sanneh Foundation. The foundation empowers youth and improves lives by providing programs that strengthen physical health and social and emotional development, uniting communities by advancing diversity, equity and community well-being. In addition to her large and smaller-scale paintings, Dillon is known for her hand-painted, one-of-a-kind fashion pieces, which will also be available for sale. The event kicks off with a free opening reception on Thursday. Thursday 6–9pm, Friday & Saturday 10am–5pm @ The Shops at West End, 1651 Park Pl Blvd, St Louis Park, eventbrite.com
FRIDAY, 5/26–SUNDAY, 5/28:
Wright County Swappers Meet: The WCSM is a farmers market, art fair, antique mall, garden center, sporting goods store and garage sale in South Haven, MN. This large outdoor market features 150-250 vendors on an average weekend with 300+ vendors holiday weekends. There will be live old-timey polka and acoustic music on Saturday. Open Friday–Sunday 7am–1pm or later, weather dependent + every Saturday of April through October @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, www.facebook.com/AnnandaleFleaMarket
SATURDAY, 5/27:
Mill City Farmers Market: A mainstay since 2006, the Mill City Farmers Market has moved outdoors for the summer season every Saturday through October. Each event features 50+ local farmers, food makers and artisans with a goal of building a local, sustainable and organic food economy. Saturday 8am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
NE Farmers Market: The NE Farmers Market is back outdoors for the season. Head to the St. Boniface Church parking lot every Saturday through October 14, rain or shine, for specialty foods, baked goods, beverages, fresh produce, and handmade goods. Saturday 9am–1pm @ 629 NE 2nd St NE, Minneapolis, northeastfarmersmarket.com
Ruthie's House Vintage Grand Opening. Vintage brand Ruthie's House is celebrating its new storefront in downtown Waconia with a grand opening event. Located about a 40-minute drive west of the Twin Cities, Ruthie's House sells a mix of women's vintage clothing and sweet home decor from the '50s to the '90s. Saturday noon–4pm @ 44 W 1st St, Waconia, @ruthieshousevintage
Leisure World Vintage 1 Year Birthday: Known for selling casual vintage clothing for all genders with an emphasis on vintage tees at popup markets around the Twin Cities, Uptown vintage clothing shop Leisure World is celebrating its one year anniversary with a shindig. They're shutting down 25th Street outside the shop for a block party with food, music, beverages and popups from local makers and vintage vendors like Esther Edna Vintage, Final Stop Vintage, Shop Renee Nicole, Taurus Moon Trades, Cool Trash, Big Loon Vintage and Dawn of Time Vintage. Saturday noon–? @ 2457 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, @leisure__world
⭐️ Market Collective MN Makers Market: Led by local maker Chingona Goods, Market Collective MN is a market collective that prioritizes BIPOC and queer vendors and allies, with a different group of makers each market. This weekend’s market heads to Indeed Brewing with goods from a group of 16 local makers, including jewelry, candles, craft cocktail kits, crochet, hot sauce, vegan baked goods, original art, illustrations and natural beauty and wellness products, plus a food truck and craft beer. Sunday 1–6pm @ Indeed Brewing, 711 NE 15th Ave, Minneapolis, @marketcollectivemn
⭐️ Daddy Issues Minneapolis presents: A Book Signing with Adrian Loving: Fade To Grey is an insightful collection of essays and interviews by Washington, D.C.-based author and music historian Adrian Loving about the influential decade of the 1980s and its cultural impact on the expansion of gender, art, music and fashion. Legendary artists such as Andy Warhol and Richard Bernstein and musicians including David Bowie, Grace Jones, Sylvester, and Prince are featured along with a unique glimpse into the birth of club culture in America. Rare photographs, flyers, and oral histories from the pioneers of dance music. This book signing also includes an author's talk and music by DJ John Murph. Saturday 1–4pm (2pm signing) @ The Get Down Coffee, 1500 N 44th Ave, Minneapolis. Reserve a free spot @ eventbrite.com
SATURDAY, 5/27 & SUNDAY, 5/28:
Everyday Ejiji Storefront Open Hours: Celebrate a new era of vintage brand Everyday Ejiji as it reopens its storefront to the public. Everyday Ejiji is an Afro-Latina-owned vintage and secondhand shop in Minneapolis that specializes in bold and bright fashions perfect for everyday fashionistas and glamorous events. Not only does founder Ashley Becerra have some of the Twin Cities’ best vintage finds, she also lends her expertise as a stylist. Take in the newly remodeled space along with tons of fresh vintage finds. Saturday & Sunday 11am–5pm @ 4501 34th Ave S, Minneapolis, @everydayejiji
Spring Markets at the Arb - Final Weekend: Stroll through the Arboretum’s captivating spring blooms while shopping from up to 60 local artists and artisans during select weekends in April and May. Market sellers will be set up in various locations throughout the Arboretum grounds, including near the buildings and gardens featuring spring blooms. Check out your favorite sellers from past years and discover new ones. Included with daily admission ($15 for ages 16+). Saturday & Sunday 10am–4pm @ Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, arb.umn.edu
PlantyQueens May Makers Markets: Every weekend in May, plant shop PlantyQueens hosts a popup from one maker or artist each day. Saturday features Clayborrok Art and Lit by Lysh, and Sunday features Renee Boynton, Fittonia Co anbd Risha Nishiguchi. Plus, explore the shop’s latest house plant arrivals, and get exclusive offers and expert tips. Saturday & Sunday 11am–3pm @ PlantyQueens, 2807 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis, plantyqueens.com
Bro Bros Closet Sidewalk Sale: The vintage streetwear shop is hosting a sidewalk sale at its new storefront. Expect items marked at $5 and $10, plus 30% off the entire store—including vintage clothing, vinyl and CDs, art and accessories—and giveaways, doorbusters and more deals all weekend. The sale will be restocked on Sunday. In store only. Saturday & Sunday noon–6pm @ Bro Bros Closet, 118 E 26th St #101, Minneapolis, @brobroscloset
SATURDAY, 5/27–MONDAY, 5/29:
Wadena Flea & Craft Market - Opening Weekend: This seasonal indoor and outdoor market has four buildings filled with unique finds. It’s filled with vendors selling everything you can think of including farm fresh produce, toys and games, antiques, apparel, home decor, glassware and more. Open Saturdays & Sundays every weekend through September plus Memorial Day and Labor Day from 9am–5pm @ 13560 US Highway 10, Wadena, www.wadenafleamarket.com
Shady Hollow Flea Market - Opening Weekend: Kicking off this weekend, the Shady Hollow Flea Market has been going strong for 52 years across 3.5 acres of shaded, grassy grounds just 5 miles south of Detroit Lakes. Every weekend, as many as 125 vendors from throughout the trig-state area will showcase their wares with different offerings each weekend, from fine collectibles and jewelry to sports equipment, tools and collectibles. Open every weekend from Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend from 6am–3pm, plus every Saturday in September @ 12673 Co Hwy 17, Detroit Lakes, shadyhollowfleamarket.com
SUNDAY, 5/28:
Babes and Brunch - Trinket Dish Workshop with Cry Baby Clay: Grab your besties for this fun, beginner-friendly clay workshop at Larissa Loden's St. Paul storefront, led by local maker Katie Cameron of Cry Baby Clay. Attendees will be creating a trinket dish for later pickup, and a ticket includes materials, breakfast snacks and beverages. Bonus: The Larissa Loden retail store will be open for shopping after the event. 18+. Sunday 10am–noon @ Larissa Loden HQ, 2032 Marshall Ave, St Paul. Tickets $45 @ eventbrite.com
⭐️ Clubhouse Market presents Sociable Sunday Market: Presented by the duo behind local upcycled clothing brand Better Together, Clubhouse Market is a new market organizer featuring a mix of vintage and handmade goods from local businesses. This special edition at Sociable Cider will include 30+ vendors, live music and beverages from Sociable Cider to ship while you shop. Sunday noon–5pm @ Sociable Cider Werks, 1500 Fillmore St NE, Minneapolis, @clubhouse_market
Urban Jungle Flea Market: Urban Jungle’s Flea Market will host 40+ vendors selling vintage clothing, art, streetwear, sneakers, antiques and more outdoors in their back lot. Expect vintage with a streetwear vibe plus modern streetwear resale, sneakers, art, food and drink, and more from local resellers ands shops. Head to their Instagram to learn more. Sunday 10am–6pm @ 1419 S Washington Ave, Minneapolis, @urbanjunglemn
NEXT WEDNESDAY, 5/31:
Full Moon Terrarium Class: Join Ms. Seedling at AudreyRose Vintage for a Full Moon terrarium class where you can charge your crystals, get a tarot reading and create a terrarium to take home with you. Lauren of Ms. Seedling will be leading terrarium making and this month’s features tarot reading. Ticket price includes a basic vessel and plants and a small crystal with additional add-on options. Wednesday, 5/31, 6:30–8:30pm @ AudreyRose Vintage, 2237 E 38th St, Minneapolis, Tickets $30 @ eventbrite.com
PLAN AHEAD: JUST ANNOUNCED
The Fitting Room 5-Year Anniversary Party: Celebrate five years of The Fitting Room with a day of festivities including a mini in-store fashion show, bubbles, snacks, DJ Dory Kahale and the chance to shop the goodies right off the runway. Saturday, 6/10, 5–8pm @ The Fitting Room, 318 W 38th St, Minneapolis. Tickets $20 @ eventbrite.com