This week’s local style and shopping highlights include the debut of this summer’s Nicollet Xchange Swap + Shop, the Stone Arch Bridge Festival and more.
The Nicollet Xchange Swap + Shop returns to Nicollet Mall this week.
Les Sól Announces Closing: Nearly four years after opening right at the beginning of the pandemic, Uptown boutique Les Sól has announced it will close at the end of the month. Founded by sisters Mikaela and Megan Harrod, the shop had a passion for community, small brands, independent artists and and sustainability. In an Instagram post, the store cited various reasons for the closure and the ongoing struggles it faced—starting with COVID, then the economy and inflation, fast-fashion companies like Shein and Amazon competing for customers’ dollars, and most recently, the unrelenting construction in front of the store on Lake Street. The shop currently has fresh markdowns throughout the store, and a closing party is planned for June 22. @ 1614 W Lake St, Minneapolis, shoplessol.com
TUESDAY, 6/11:
The Nicollet xChange Swap + Shop - Opening Day: This weekly outdoor pop-up from Global Fashion Exchange and Downtown Improvement District returns for its second year to give the community the chance to swap quality items in a marketplace setting. Opening day includes conscious fashion experts Kenny Washington of Black Nvni, sustainable fashion designers Danielle Everine and Joshua McGarvey, and content creator Hannah Swenson, plus a Mending and Repair Bar, hosted every other week with local sewing experts. Tuesdays 11:30am–1:30pm through 8/29 @ US Bancorp Center, 800 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, globalfashionxchange.org/gfxmsp
THURSDAY, 6/13:
Get Your Peace On: Heinz Brummel Trunk Show: Visionary jewelry designer Heinz Brummel is renowned for his avant-garde creations, blending modern aesthetics with timeless elegance. His designs captivate with their sculptural, bold use of precious metals, enameling and gemstones, redefining contemporary luxury in the world of jewelry. The designer is in town for a special trunk show and personal appearance at St. Paul’s The Grand Hand Gallery. Thursday 2–7pm @ The Grand Hand Gallery, 619 Grand Ave, St Paul, facebook.com
Bauhaus Brew Labs Made by Hands Night Market: This new monthly night market pops up the second Thursday of each month for the summer with a rotating group of local makers. This mo food from Animales Barbeque Co and live music from The Big Throwdown. Thursday 4–10pm (market ends at 9pm) @ 1315 Tyler St NE, Minneapolis, @bauhausbrewlabs
Porchfest Vintage Pop-up: Vintage shop 316 Vintage is celebrating this Thursday’s Porchfest festivities in the Kingfield neighborhood with a group of eight guest vintage sellers on the sidewalk outside the shop. Shop the latest vintage finds from Parma Jawns, Red Eye Vintage, Mondo’s apparel, Two Thrift Junkies and more while enjoying live music from the 316 house band and cold Hamm’s beer. Thursday starting at 6pm @ 316 Vintage, 316 S 42nd St, Minneapolis, @316_vintage
THURSDAY, 6/13–SATURDAY, 6/15:
Hackwith Design House Studio Moving Sale: This week local fashion label Hackwith Design House will be opening up their studio for the last time for open shopping before downsizing to a smaller studio. They’ll be selling the last of their inventory at huge discounts up to 80% off as well as sewing supplies, clothing racks, hangers and more studio supplies. Plus, save 50% on spring and swim collections, and Sustain Shop pieces will be 75% off. Thursday–Saturday 10am–2pm @ 2340 Charles Ave, St Paul, hackwithdesignhouse.com
FRIDAY, 6/14:
Nine Lives Thrift Store Reopening: Nine Lives was founded in 2023 by two friends with a passion for sustainability and works to secondhand clothing ethically. After nearly a year’s stint within West 7th Street vintage store Center for Lost Objects, the nonprofit thrift store is moving down the street into their own standalone location. The larger space will make it possible for the shop to offer a greater assortment of secondhand and vintage clothing. Opening Friday 11am-6pm @ 1165 W 7th St, St Paul, @ninelivesmn
FRIDAY, 6/14–SUNDAY, 6/16;
Flamingo's Divine Vintage Open Hours: One of the funkiest, quirkiest vintage shops in town is back open this weekend with a fully restocked shop featuring a variety of vendors spread throughout a dozen rooms. For one weekend every month, expect an eclectic, arty and affordable assortment of vintage home decor, furniture, jewelry, clothing and more for every aesthetic. Friday–Sunday noon–6pm daily @ Flamingos Divine Vintage, 3404 Cedar Ave, Minneapolis, flamingosdivinevintage.com
SATURDAY, 6/15:
Oldies & Goodies 1st Anniversary Party: The White Bear Lake vintage shop is celebrating its first anniversary with an epic one-day sale. It includes 50% off furniture, $1 clothing racks, a clearance tower, treats and refreshments, and more surprises. Saturday 10am–5pm @ Oldies & Goodies, 4717 Clark Ave, White Bear Lake, @oldiesandgoodiesmn
Center for Lost Objects Art Market: Since opening in 2016, the Center for Lost Objects storefront has had a passion for showcasing local artists. This weekend, they host their first art market of the summer. Expect a mix of art and handmade goods spanning clothing, jewelry and pottery inside and out of the shop (weather permitting). Saturday 11am–5pm @ 957 7th St W, St Paul, @centerforlostobjects
Custom Cosmic Cutoffs with Nina Dani: Vintage shop Moth Oddities hosts local artist Nina Dani to lead a custom denim painting workshop. Bring in your denim cutoffs, jeans or other denim item (or buy a pair at the shop) and paint, fringe and bedazzle your own custom design. Saturday noon–2:30pm @ 13 5th St NE, Minneapolis, Book appointment, $45 @ mothoddities.com
Mercury Mosaics Warehouse Sale: Local tile maker Mercury Mosaics is opening up its warehouse for a ceramic tile sale. Shop remnants of artisan ceramic tile at up to 70% off and see where the tile is handmade in their bright, historic factory space in Northeast Minneapolis. Saturday 10am–2pm @ Mercury Mosaics, 1620 Central Ave NE, #125, Minneapolis (enter at Dock 5–7 at back of building), facebook.com
Art in the Park Festival: Lanesboro's annual Art in the Park festival returns to the idyllic, tree-shaded setting of Sylvan Park for its 43rd year. Peruse over 100 artist booths featuring paintings, photography, fine jewelry, textile rugs and quilts, hand-thrown ceramics, stained glass, glass sculptures, wood goods and more. Plus, enjoy locally prepared food, beverages including craft beer and cold brew, kids' activities and live music. Saturday 10am–5pm @ Sylvan Park, 202 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro, lanesboroarts.org
SATURDAY, 6/15 & SUNDAY, 6/16:
Stone Arch Bridge Festival + Vintage & Vinyl Market: The third largest festival in the Twin Cities, the annual Stone Arch Bridge Fest features 200+ artist and vendor booths across 15 categories including fine art, vintage, classic cars, food and drink. A highlight is sure to be the Minneapolis Vintage Market’s Vintage and Vinyl Market featuring more than 20 vintage and vinyl sellers located behind the Guthrie Theater, as well as The Black Market Mpls’ City of Lakes Market (Saturday 3pm–sunset, Sunday 10am–6pm between Mill City and the Guthrie). The festival grounds will span the riverfront area along the west side of the Mississippi River on W River Parkway from 11th Ave S to North 4th Ave. Saturday 10am–7pm, Sunday 10am–5pm @ Mississippi Riverfront, downtown Minneapolis, stonearchbridgefestival.com
WEEKLY EVENTS:
Mill City Farmers Market: Amidst the Twin Cities’ plethora of farmers markets, Mill City Farmers Market stands out for its idyllic location at the Mill City Museum and its emphasis on building a local, sustainable and organic food economy. A mainstay since 2006, the market is outdoors for the season, popping up weekly with a curated, diverse group of over 50 local farmers, food makers and handcrafted artisans hailing from across the state. Saturdays 8am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
NE Farmers Market: The weekly NE Farmers Market is back outdoors for the season. Head to the St. Boniface Church parking lot every Saturday through October 12, rain or shine, for specialty foods, baked goods, beverages, fresh produce and handmade goods. Saturdays 9am–1pm @ University Ave NE & 7th Ave NE, northeastfarmersmarket.com
Linden Hills Farmers Market: The Linden Hills Farmers Market is back with its outdoor market. Come for lunch, support your local growers and makers and enjoy live music. Find them in the parking lot of Settergrens of Linden Hills every Sunday through October, rain or shine. Sundays 10am–1pm @ Settergrens, 2813 W 43rd St, Minneapolis, farmersmarketsofmpls.org
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. Saturdays 7am–1:30pm through October @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, facebook.com
Wadena Flea & Craft Market: 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. Saturdays & Sundays weekly through September plus Memorial Day and Labor Day from 9am–5pm @ 13560 US Highway 10, Wadena, www.wadenafleamarket.com
Shady Hollow Flea Market: 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. Saturdays & Sundays 6am–3pm through August plus every Saturday in September @ 12673 Co Hwy 17, Detroit Lakes, facebook.com