This week’s local style & shopping highlights include Downtown Oronoco Goldrush Days, the Vintage Village, Sociable’s Summer Market and more.
Minneapolis Craft Market returns to Sociable Cider this Sunday for the Sociable Summer Market
WEDNESDAY, 8/14:
Embroidered Vintage Bandanas: Learn a few simple stitches and put your brand on a bandana in this class hosted by maker space The Toolbox Collective. Wednesday 6:30–8:30pm @ Toolbox Collective, 3400 42nd Ave S, Minneapolis, $45, supplies included, register @ thetoolboxcollective.com
THURSDAY, 8/15:
Haute-Fantaisie Jewelry Trunk Show: Local jewelry brand Milana Stile is popping up at Vivid Home for a trunk show of her Haute-Fantaisie jewelry collection. Each jewelry piece is one of a kind handcrafted by jewelry artists in France and Italy. Refreshments will be served. Thursday 5–8pm @ Vivid Home, 100 2nd Ave N, Minneapolis, facebook.com
THURSDAY, 8/15–SUNDAY, 8/18:
Haupt Antiek Monthly Market: Country Style: Open one weekend a month, antique and vintage home store Haupt Antiek is back with another edition. This month’s theme is vintage country style with timeless pieces for the home, porch and garden. There will also be a freshly debuted container of vintage goods from eastern Europe. Thursday 9am–7pm, Friday 9am–6pm, Saturday 9am–5pm, Sunday 11am–4pm @ Haupt Antiek Market, 7570 W 147th St, Apple Valley, hauptantiek.com
FRIDAY, 8/16:
35th & Nicollet Pop-off: Three neighboring businesses of the 35th & Nicollet intersection of south Minneapolis join forces for a block party. Zero-proof bottle shop Marigold, Honeycomb Salon and B-Squad Vintage will have food, tastings, DJs and the unveiling of a new mural on their building. Friday 4–7pm @ 35th St & Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, @marigoldmn
FRIDAY, 8/16–SUNDAY, 8/18:
Downtown Oronoco Gold Rush Days: The prestigious 47th annual outdoor antique show and flea market returns this weekend to the historic rivertown of Oronoco. Find unique, one-of-a-kind finds from hundreds of vendors spanning antiques, vintage and modern. There's also a medallion hunt, classic car show and parade, live music, beer gardens, 25+ food trucks, kids' zone and duck derby. Rain or shine. Friday & Saturday 8am–6pm & Sunday 8am–2pm @ various locations in Orocono, maps @ goldrushmn.com
Art in the Garden at Minnesota Landscape Arboretum: Art in the Garden is a unique showcase of art and nature, featuring more than 70 local vendors, from culinary to crafts to fine arts. Enjoy live music from Nick Jordan and Mary DuShane on Friday (4–7pm), Duos Amigos on Saturday (11am–2pm) and Alrio Trio + on Sunday (11am–2pm). Friday 4–8pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am–4pm @ Margot Picnic Shelter Area, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska. Entry included with admission ($20–$25), arb.umn.edu
Chromatic End of Summer Sale: The vintage shop is offering over a thousand items at $10 a piece during this weekend’s summer-end sale, including vintage, Y2K, streetwear and designer items. Friday 4–9pm. Saturday & Sunday noon–7pm @ Chromatic, 713 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, @chromatic_mn
SATURDAY, 8/17:
Summer Sizzle Open Studio Event: Stroll the four floors of the largest art complex in Minnesota, Northrup King Building, and find treasures around every corner by local artists and makers at this open studio event. Select studios will also host special activations and refreshments, including slushies, getati, hot dogs, craft sodas, art demos and more. Saturday 10am–6pm, Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, northrupkingbuilding.com
Cruel Summer: A Weird, Queer Art Fest: 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
SATURDAY, 8/17 & SUNDAY, 8/18:
Art in Bayfront Park: Head to the beautiful Bayfront Park in Duluth along the shore of Lake Superior for this annual two-day art market. The juried event features over 100 quality, unique local and regional artists and a vibrant, diverse Culinary Arts Market featuring products from local makers. Works for sale includes jewelry, painting, photography, ceramics, metalwork, glass and more. Food, beer and wine will also be available for purchase, plus live art demos. Free. Saturday 10am–5pm, Sunday 10am–4pm @ Bayfront Park, 350 Harbor Dr, Duluth, artinbayfrontpark.com
Kodaroe Vintage Yard Sale: Local vintage duo Kodaroe Vintage are splitting up, as one of its members is moving to Portland. While Kodaroe will continue in Minneapolis, they're taking the opportunity to purge their inventory with a big yard sale at big discounts. Includes vintage and secondhand clothing, decor and more. Saturday & Sunday 10am–6pm @ 3208 E 52nd St, Minneapolis, @kodaroevintage
The Vintage Village: Vintage store Everyday Ejiji’s The Vintage Village heads back to the Nolan Mains outdoor plaza at 50th & France this weekend for a two-day vintage market. It features several local vintage vendors each day, with lots of nearby food and drink options. Free entry. Rain or shine. Free parking lot nearby. Saturday & Sunday from 11am–5pm daily @ Nolan Mains Plaza, 3945 Market St, Edina, eventbrite.com
We the Starborne Back Alley Sale: St. Paul shop We the Starborne continues their monthly open-air makers market series this weekend. This month’s vendor goods includes pottery, artful upcycled vintage clothing, apothecary goods and more, plus mini astro readings and celestial guidance both days. Saturday & Sunday noon–5pm @ We the Starborne, 593 Hamline Ave N, St Paul, @we.the.starborne
SUNDAY, 8/18:
Jenny in the City Girls’ Day Out + Final Day: Clothing and gift shop, Jenny in the City, has announced it will be closing its France Ave location. They'll celebrate with a final Girl's Day Out event during their final day open. Note: They will not be having a closing sale as their remaining inventory will be moved to their St. Paul location. Sunday 1–5pm @ 4504 France Ave, Edina, shopjennyinthecity.com
Sociable Summer Market: Sip local craft cider while shopping handmade goods from dozens Minnesota makers at this huge, dog-friendly marketplace curated by Minneapolis Craft Market, held outdoors of the Sociable Cider Werks cidery. Sunday noon–5pm @ Sociable Cider Werks, 1500 Fillmore St NE, Minneapolis, mplscraftmarket.com
CC Club + Lori Barbero Record Sale: Head to the legendary CC Club’s back patio for drink specials, records and vintage band t-shirt pop-up from one of the finest collectors around, Lori Barbero of Babes in Toyland fame. Sunday noon–5pm @ CC Club, 2600 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, facebook.com
The Mullet Movie Night: Vintage shop AudreyRose Vintage’s new movie series at its new, expanded storefront continues with a screening of the original Beetlejuice. A ticket includes a large popcorn, sparkling water, and shopping before and after the screening. Sunday doors at 5:30pm, screening at 6pm @ AudreyRose Vintage, 3508 Snelling Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $15 @ audreyrosevintage.com
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
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