This week’s style and shopping highlights include the annual Vintage on a Dime sale, Art at St. Kate’s, a vintage market at the historic Pillsbury Castle and more.
The Minneapolis Vintage Market pops up at the Pillsbury Castle this weekend.
New store spotlight: Of The Lion: Former MartinPatrick3 manager and brand manager Erick DeLeon has struck out on his own with his first retail store. Of The Lion is a lifestyle store geared toward an active lifestyle with a modern, elevated, masculine vibe. It features a mix of activewear, everyday clothing, sneakers, skin and hair care products and other daily essentials. Hours: Monday–Saturday 9am–7pm & Sunday 9am–3pm @ 3554 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis, ofthelion.shop
THURSDAY, 7/11:
Sip + Putt Apparel Launch Party: Edina boutique Serge + Jane debuts new local clothing label 15.20 Apparel, a new line of apparel inspired by classic athletic wear, with a public launch party. Shop the collection—available exclusively at at the shop and online—plus putt for prizes, enjoy 19th hole bevvies, light bites and more on the shop’s rooftop patio. Thursday 4–6pm @ Serge + Jane Rooftop, 4532 France Ave S, Edina, @sergeandjaneshop
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 month’s vendors include Mandy by Mandy jewelry, Nashipai fair-trade accessories and Breezy Jean Vintage, plus Animales Barbeque Co food truck and live music from The Big Throwdown. Thursday 4–10pm (market ends at 9pm) @ 1315 Tyler St NE, Minneapolis, @bauhausbrewlabs
Fusion: The Art of Adornment & Mixed Media Opening Reception: Wearable art and mixed-media artwork come together in this fashion-forward exhibition from jewelry artist and designer Susan Horowitz and artists Pario Max and Barbara Belknap. It celebrates the dynamic interplay between the artists’ respective mediums while exploring texture, form and material. In addition to the art on display, live models will also exhibit the wearable artworks. Thursday 5:30–9pm opening reception, on view through 7/25 @ Pario Max Galley, 2748 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $10 online or $15 at the door @ pariomaxgallery.com
FRIDAY, 7/12:
I Like You’s Flea Friday: Quirky homegrown gift shop I Like You hosts local vintage vendors outside of their shop for their Flea Friday event. Friday 2–5pm @ I Like You, 1955 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis, @ilikeyou_mn
Olio Vintage Monthly Happy Hour: Vintage shop Olio Vintage welcomes a fresh crop of vintage vendors and local makers to the store this month with a happy hour event. Guest vendors include Rhodeo Vintage (vintage tees, denim and jean shorts), Danielle Everine (sustainably crafted apparel and accessories), O Estelle Adornments (handmade sculptural rings and more), Norte Cafe coffee and Blugirl Soapworks (handcrafted soaps). This month the store also welcomes permanent vendors The Cynical Fool (secondhand clothing screenprinted with original art) and The Red Eye Vintage. Enjoy bubbly, NA beverages and snacks while you shop. Friday 4–6pm @ Olio Vintage, 21 5th St NE, Minneapolis, @olio.mpls
Market Collective MN Makers Night Market: The maker collective pops at Modist Brewing indoors with a fresh group of 8 local makers. Find handmade items like candles, yarn crafts, original art, crystals, homemade and permanent jewelry, handbags, baked good and more—and sip craft beer while you shop. Friday 7–10pm @ Modist Brewing, 505 N 3rd St, Minneapolis, @marketcollectivemn
FRIDAY, 7/12–SUNDAY, 7/14:
Flamingo's Divine Vintage Open Weekend: 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, 7/13:
Two Rivers Vintage Outdoor Flea Market: This outdoor vintage flea market hosted by Anoka antique store The BIG White House is held each month, May through September. This month features over 25 vendors selling garden, antiques, vintage, repurposed furniture and more. The store will also be having a 20% off storewide sale on regular-price items. Weather permitting, there will be live performances by jug band, U Can Jug or Nots, on the front porch from 10am to noon. Free parking. Saturday 9am–5pm @ The BIG White House, 1900 3rd Ave S, Anoka, facebook.com
Burbfest Art Market & Festival: Presented by North Suburban Center for the Arts in conjunction with its 45th anniversary, Burbfest is an annual summer festival and art market that shines a light on the creative connections happening throughout the greater Twin Cities area. The event will feature a local artist market, craft workshops, artist demonstrations, volleyball, pickleball, local food truck vendors and a beach dance party. Free. Saturday 10am–4pm @ Moore Lake Park, 5890 Central Ave, Fridley, northsuburbanarts.org
Ace General + Golden Rule Summer Pop-up: Neighboring Excelsior shops Ace General and Golden Rule Gallery co-host a summer pop-up featuring handmade goods, vintage, florals and coffee from local vendors including Clove Design Studio, J’Adore Beddor Vintage, Wilding Farmstead and Karol Coffee. Saturday 10am-5pm @ 356 Water St, Excelsior, @acegeneralstore
Art at St. Kate’s: Shop handmade art and artisan goods during the annual Art at St. Kate’s outdoor art fair. Goods include clay, fiber, glass, leather, jewelry, metal, paper, wood, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture and more from more than 100 juried artists, plus strolling musicians throughout the day, food trucks and free parking. Saturday 10am–5pm @ St. Catherine University, Cleveland Ave & Randolph Ave, St. Paul, artistscircle.org
Vintage on a Dime Sale: Now in its 8th year, this annual vintage yard sale presented by Tandem Vintage features great deals on vintage clothing from the store as well as special guests Glam Diggers Vintage and Cast & Charm, plus discounted goods from local makers Bekah Worley, Nice Nice Ceramics, Burn Boss Studios and Fruit and Grain. Saturday 10am–4pm (early bird 9am entry) @ 2925 34th Ave S, Minneapolis, $10 early bird tickets @ eventbrite.com
Minneapolis Vintage Market Pop-up: The Minneapolis Vintage Market is setting up at the historic, newly renovated Pillsbury Castle during the ASID Home Design Tour. Shop from local vendors and tour the Tudor Revival building. Saturday 10am–4pm @ Pillsbury Castle Project, 116 E 22nd St, Minneapolis, mplsvintagemarket.com
Wild Vintage + Antiques Garage Sale: Wild Things Antiques and the Wild Vintage Collective dealers are hosting a garage sale in the complex's parking lot. Expect garage sale prices on vintage clothing, home goods and antiques. Saturday 11am–4pm @ 7270 Commerce Cir E, Fridley, @wildvintagecollective
Esther Edna Clothing + On the Shelf Pop-up: Local clothing brand Esther Edna Clothing and jewelry maker On the Shelf Studio are joining forces for a pop-up at Eat Street secondhand shop, B. Resale. Shop their newest designs and some popular current pieces. Saturday noon–5pm @ B. Resale, 2613 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, @esther.edna.clothing
Cruel Summer: A Weird, Queer Art Fest (CANCELED): Local queer-oriented market producers Bibi and Mija present a local makers pop-up featuring original art, handmade ceramics, live music and books for sale on the Moon Palace Books courtyard. The event also raises money for the evacuation of a community member's family from Palestine. Saturday noon–5pm @ Moon Palace Books, 3032 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, @bibiandmija
Juniper Lou Markets Pop-up: Local vintage and makers market producers Juniper Lou is hosting a pop-up market as part of Sociable Cider’s Summerfest with a great mix of vintage clothing, art, jewelry, housewares and more from vendors including The Vintage Bowl, Kollektiv, Cactus in a Can, Botanical Burns Candle Co and more. Other on-site happenings also include speed bingo from 12:30–2:30pm, a theatrical performance of Romeo & Juliet, live music, a summer-themed food menu and MNice Cream. Saturday noon–6pm @ Sociable Cider, 1500 Fillmore St NE, Minneapolis, @juniperloumarkets
White Squirrel Vintage & Makers Market: Head to White Squirrel Bar on West 7th Street in St Paul for an outdoor summer vintage and makers market presented by Back Pocket Vintage. There will be several vendors on site selling vintage threads plus a food truck and live music indoors as part of the Fort Road Folk Fest. Saturday noon–6pm @ White Squirrel Bar parking lot, 974 7th St W, St Paul, @backpocket_mn
The Black Market - Summer Market: Come gather to support and celebrate Black businesses at The Black Market's monthly market. The Black Market is a Black-business marketplace that has become a vibrant community hub. This month features food trucks, games, music, art, goods for sale and more from over than 60 local, Black-owned businesses. Saturday 2–7pm @ The Case Building, 767 Eustic St, St Paul, @theblackmarketmpls
Rooftop Vintage + Records Pop-up: Local vintage seller Hollander Vintage is popping up with vintage clothing and records for a live rock show on the rooftop of Dutch Bar in Northeast Minneapolis. Local garage rockers Monica LaPlante and synthpop band Magenta Vice perform. Saturday at 7pm @ Dutch Bar, 2512 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, @hollandervintage
SATURDAY, 7/13 & SUNDAY, 7/14:
MX Apparel Plus-Size Swimwear Pop-up: Local apparel designer MX Apparel, which produces bold gender neutral clothing in extended sizes, is presenting its swimwear designs exclusively for plus-size customers at this one-day popup hosted by Cake Plus-Size Resale. Just one week ahead of Cake’s Big Fat Splash event, it’s the perfect opportunity to get your suit. Tip: Shoot the designer a DM before attending to ensure your sizes and styles will be available during the event. Saturday & Sunday noon–3pm both days @ Cake Plus-Size Resale, 5155 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, @mxappareldesign
Southside Vintage July Reset: Open just two weekends a month, every time South Minneapolis vintage home store Southside Vintage is open is an event. The store specializes in stylish and affordable vintage furniture and decor, artwork and textiles, plus clothing, fashion accessories and an array of sundries with an emphasis on mid-century modern pieces. Saturday & Sunday noon–5pm both days @ Southside Vintage, 1832 E 42nd St, Minneapolis, @southsidevintage
SUNDAY, 7/14:
The Toolbox Collective Makers Market: Longfellow artist studio The Toolbox Collective hosts its second makers market with a lineup of nine local makers spanning jewelry, hand-dyed textiles, ceramics, artwork and more. Vendors include Indigo & Snow, Buttermilk Ceramics, Heather Nuber, Effie Thedosopoulos, Little Dipper Art, Golden Boies, Addis, Emma LeKonrad, Dunn Good Studios and Marlo Graham. Sunday 10am–2pm @ The Toolbox Collective, 3400 42nd Ave S, Minneapolis, thetoolboxcollective.com
Slow Fashion Sunday: St. Paul vintage store Shop Country Club hosts local makers Moon Gold Goods, Earth Angel Works, Sister Starborne and Nina Dani for a slow fashion pop-up. Sunday 11am–5pm @ Shop Country Club, 945 7th St W, St Paul, @shop_country_club
Old St. Anthony Summer Bazaar: Minneapolis Craft Market returns to the historic Machine Shop for the Old St. Anthony Summer Bazaar. Shop two full floors of handmade goods by local makers. Plus, enjoy refreshments from a full bar while you shop. Sunday 11am–4pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, mplscraftmarket.com
Disco Death Records Vintage Market: Minneapolis record and coffee shop, Disco Death Records, hosts the latest in their summer vintage outdoor market series. Find nearly 20 vintage vendors in their parking lots, including Red Eye Vintage, Siempre Viva Vintage, Renegade Rags and more. Sunday 11am–4pm @ Disco Death Records, 26th St & Aldrich Ave S, Minneapolis, @discodeathrecords
Odd Market: Uptown shop Odd Mart hosts their ongoing Odd Market every Sunday this month. Expect a different lineup of a dozen new artists and makers each week selling comics, zines, jewelry, ceramics, prints, original art, vintage, baked goods and more. Sunday noon–4pm @ Odd Mart, 2520 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, @oddmartmn
Grease Pit Bike Shop Makers Market: Local queer-owned handmade leather accessories brand, Datura Leather, presents an outdoors pop-up market hosted by volunteer-run, DIY bike shop, The Grease Pit. Sunday noon–5pm @ 2750 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, @daturaleather
Bastille Day at Alliance Française: Throw on a beret and head over to Alliance Française of Mpls/St. Paul’s headquarters for the group's annual Bastille Day celebration. It features a local vendor market and more, plus appearances from Marie-Antoinette, live music, food and drinks, kids’ activities, a puppet show, a vintage Citroën cars parade and more. Free. Sunday 3–7pm @ Alliance Française HQ, 227 Colfax Ave N, Minneapolis. RSVP @ www.afmsp.org
WEEKLY EVENTS:
The Nicollet xChange Swap + Shop: 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, plus a Mending and Repair Bar 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
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
Excelsior Flea Market: Back for its 23rd year, the weekly Excelsior Flea Market is a great excuse to take a day trip out to the charming Lake Minnetonka–bordering town’s historic downtown. Expect handcrafted soaps, jewelry, macramé decor, home goods and more from new and returning vendors, plus food and more. Saturdays 9am–4pm weekly through September 21 @ 10 Water St, Excelsior, facebook.com/ExcelsiorFleaMarket
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
UPCOMING:
July 27: Fashion Show Fundraiser: Presented by fashion modeling coach Ms. Denishia, this fashion show fundraiser invites the community to experience the power of fashion while supporting a meaningful cause—raising funds for BIPOC women battling endometriosis. Featured local designers include Zolasina, Nashipai, Rhey Apparel, CeCe Cabana, NubiCollections, Alex Bah Handbags, Noke and The Jewels and Afro Curvy Amazônia Designs. The evening also includes music, poetry, pop-up shopping, food and a full bar. Saturday 5–9pm @ Osseo-Maple Grove American Legion Post #172, 260 4th Ave SE, Osseo, Tickets $60+ @ eventbrite.com