This week’s style and shopping highlights include Labor Day weekend sales, makers markets and flea markets galore.
The Junkathon Spectacular flea market returns to the Pine River area for Labor Day weekend.
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Solid Manufacturing Co. Labor Day Event: Buy one item, get the second 50% off* from the local furniture maker. No code needed. Discount applied at check out. *Exclusions apply. Now through Labor Day online only @ solidmanufacturingco.com
Minnesota State Fair: Our legendary state fair is best known for its food offerings and livestock, but it’s also a great place to pick up some locally made goods by homegrown brands and makers. From long-established heritage brands to new makers, there’s something for everyone. Vendors include Christopher Straub of Project Runway fame (who sells everything from designer duffel bags to children’s books and plush toys), I Like You (quirky MN-themed gifts) and Midtown Global Market’s globally sourced goods. Open 9am–9pm daily through Monday, 9/2 @ Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265 Snelling Ave N, St Paul, mnstatefair.org
TUESDAY, 8/27:
The Nicollet xChange Swap + Shop - Final 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, plus a Mending and Repair Bar every other week with local sewing experts. Tuesdays 11:30am–1:30pm through 8/27 @ US Bancorp Center, 800 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, globalfashionxchange.org/gfxmsp
NE Farmers Market After Dark: The Northeast Farmers Market kicks off its monthly night market outdoors at Bauhaus Brew Labs tonight. 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 @ Bauhaus Brew Labs, 1315 Tyler St NE, Minneapolis, @ne_fm
FRIDAY, 8/30–MONDAY, 9/2:
Junkathon Spectacular Flea Market: If you enjoy country farm decor and cool junk, don't miss this flea market just north of Pine River. Explore acres of vintage farm-related goods and primitives for home, yard and garden. Plus: food and beverages, rest rooms and free parking; pet friendly. $5 admission. Friday–Monday, 8am–6pm daily, located on Hwy 371, 2 miles north of Pine River, junkathonfleamarket.com
Olio Vintage End of Summer Sale: All weekend, Olio Vintage is hosting a sidewalk sale with five racks of vintage clothing and goods from its resident vendors including Rosella Vintage, Lobstergarden, Red Eye Vintage and Black Nvni at just $5 and $10, plus find more select 50% off clothing and 20% off housewares deals inside the shop. It’s also your last weekend to shop guest vendor, Palisaint Vintage. Friday–Monday from 11am–6pm @ Olio Vintage, 21 5th St NE, Minneapolis, @olio.mpls
SCARFSHOP Labor Day Weekend Sale: Save 20% off sitewide, including hand-dyed scarves and socks, from the local maker with code ENDOFSUMMER. Friday–Monday online only @ scarf-shop.com
SATURDAY, 8/31:
Camdentown Market: Join the Minneapolis Craft Market, Minneapolis Vintage Market, The Get Down and North Market for a summer marketplace in Camdentown at this free, family-friendly event. The event will feature a pop-up market alongside the Quince MPLS Market breakfast burrito popup. Saturday 10am–1pm @ North Market Parking Lot, 4414 N Humboldt Ave, Minneapolis, mplscraftmarket.com
Jackalope Tattoo Queer Market: Trans/Asian–owned tattoo shop, Jackalope Tattoo, hosts a queer market during this weekend’s walk-in tattoo event in partnership with local maker, Profane North. Celebrate with a new tattoo and shop unique LGBTQ+ art from a group of a dozen local makers. Saturday 10am–5pm @ Jackalope Tattoo, 3753 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis, @profane.north
Wild Vintage Monthly Market: Held the last Saturday of every month, the Wild Things Antiques, Wild Vintage Collective and Clapping Monkey House of Coffee consortium host Wild Vintage Market. This month’s edition features 20% off Wild Things Antiques and most Wild Things Collective dealers, plus popups from vintage dealers and local makers and bakers plus a live DJ in the parking lot. Saturday 11am–4pm @ Clapping Monkey, 7274 Commerce Cir E, Fridley, @wildvintagemarket
Tandem Vintage Turns 3: South Minneapolis vintage clothing shop Tandem celebrates three years of business this weekend with some of her favorites special guests. Cast & Charm will be bringing tons of freshly restored vintage Coach bags and local artist Bekah Worley will have her latest colorful prints and paintings for sale. Saturday noon–5pm @ Tandem Vintage, 316 W 38th St, Minneapolis, @tandemvintage
Summer is Dead: A Makers Market for Misfits: Bid farewell to summer with a thrilling showcase of handmade goods by local artisans and makers spanning all things gothic, alt, nerdy, steampunk, odd and creepy, presented by The Curio Collective. Hosted by Stillwater’s Lift Bridge Brewery, enjoy craft beer and bites from a food truck while you shop. Saturday 2–7pm @ Lift Bridge Brewery, 1900 Tower Dr W, Stillwater, @thecuriomarketsmn
SATURDAY, 8/31–MONDAY, 9/2:
Traders Market Elko: Traders Market is one of Minnesota’s largest antique shows and flea markets. Peruse goods from over 250 vendors on a 30-acre farm, including vintage items, collectibles, antiques, upcycled, repurposed and handmade goods, plus food trucks on site and beverages for sale. Among the treasures are the scores of vintage and antique furniture. Tickets $8 (kids 12 & under free). Saturday 8am–5pm, Sunday 9am–5pm, Monday 9am–4pm @ 10675 E 260th St, Elko, facebook.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
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
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
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE:
Serge + Jane Annual Fall Fashion Event: Celebrate five years of Edina boutique Serge + Jane with an in-store fashion show. Get a jumpstart on your fall wardrobe with the show, styled by Grant Whittaker, plus a pop-up from Sven Clogs and more. Thursday, 9/5, 5–9pm, 6pm show @ Serge + Jane, 4532 France Ave S, Edina. Tickets $50 @ eventbrite.com
EVOLVE: The EVOLVE fashion show is back with a curated lineup of local fashion designers presenting their fall collections. Produced by local boutique The Fitting Room, which specializes in locally made fashions, the semi-annual event will showcase 25 local brands including Danielle Everine, Scott J Lehmann, Van Quigg, Alma Mia, Moon Gold Goods, SHExclusive Jewelry and more. All runway collections and more will be immediately available for purchase after the show. Friday, 9/6, 6:30–9:30pm @ Open Book 1011 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $60–$95 @ eventbrite.com
Avant Garden 2023: The party of the year is back (and so is the tent). This year’s benefit welcomes guests indoors and outside on the Walker grounds for a night of dancing, dining, cocktails, and more high-style happenings amongst the artful backdrops within the iconic museum. Attendees will be able to bid on the silent art auction and dance the night away under the stars during the After Party with a headlining set from Grammy-nominated DJ A-Trak. After Party tickets include two drink tickets and late-night bites. Most importantly: Ticket sales help sustain the Walker’s mission to make its galleries accessible to all. Saturday, 9/21, 5pm dinner, 8:30pm after party @ Walker Art Center, 725 Vineland Pl, Minneapolis. Tickets $150+ @ walkerart.org/avantgarden
Fashionopolis 2024: Mpls.St.Paul Magazine’s annual fall fashion show returns to the Four Seasons Minneapolis hotel. The event features an elevated runway show produced and styled by style extraordinaire Grant Whittaker showcasing fall fashions from local retailers like MartinPatrick3. The event also features a Mall of America pop-up shop with premium retailers, cocktails, interactive experiences and more. Friday, 9/27 from 5:30–10pm @ Four Seasons Hotel, 245 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $75+ @ events.humanitix.com
Party at Mia: Here’s your chance to party at the Minneapolis Institute of Art after dark. Come dressed to impress and celebrate creativity and community while supporting the museum’s mission: to enrich the community by collecting, preserving and making accessible outstanding works of art from the world’s diverse cultures. A ticket includes two drink tickets, light bites and valet. Saturday, 9/28, 8pm–midnight @ Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $150 @ artsmia.org
Sustainable Outerwear Fashion Show: In lieu of a week of events, Black Fashion Week MN is putting all its energy into one big show this fall. Find sustainable, secondhand outerwear looks styled for the streets from Buffalo Exchange, Goodwill, Arc’s Value Village and more. There will also be a presentation of the fall collection from local designer Jummy’s Corner. Sunday, 10/6, 4–7pm @ Hewing Hotel, 300 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $25–$45 @ eventbrite.com