This week’s style and shopping highlights include fall fashion shows, a vintage block party and more.
Stay Gold Vintage is now open in South Minneapolis.
NOW OPEN:
Stay Gold Vintage: Local vintage seller Stay Gold Vintage has just opened their first storefront in the Standish neighborhood of Minneapolis. Since 2014, Stay Gold owner Tamrah Ryan has been selling curated vintage clothing, accessories and home goods with an emphasis on mid-century, ‘60s kitsch and ‘70s retro at vintage popups in the Twin Cities and out of her Prospect Park studio. The store, which is on the same corner as local favorite A Baker’s Wife Pastry Shop, also hosts clothing and housewares selections from local dealers Collecting Dust Vintage and Tim Engle. Weekly hours: Wednesday–Sunday 10am–5pm @ 2719 E 42nd St, Minneapolis, @staygold.vintage
ALL WEEK:
Wild Vintage Collective & Wild Things Antiques Season-End Sale: Save 20% on summer goods from Wild Things Antiques and most Wild Things Collective dealers through this weekend before the shop shuts down for a fall restock. Daily through Sunday 11am–7pm @ 7274 Commerce Cir E, Fridley, @wildvintagemarket
THURSDAY, 9/5:
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
THURSDAY, 9/5–SUNDAY, 9/8:
Up Six Vintage 23rd Anniversary Sale: Paul vintage clothing shop, Up Six Vintage, is ringing in its 23rd anniversary with a big sale on its spring and summer stock to make way for fall arrivals. Save 30% on everything in store, plus shop the $10-and-under racks. Thursday–Saturday from noon–5pm & Sunday noon–4pm @ 189 Snelling Ave, St Paul, @upsixvintage
Green Threads Vintage Closing Sale: The local vintage shop, which organizes the Totally Rad Vintage Fest events, has announced it will be closing its Northeast store. Until then, this weekend you can save 30% storewide. Thursday–Sunday @ 1101 Stinson Blvd #100, Minneapolis, shopgreenthreads.com
FRIDAY, 9/6:
Market Collective MN Night Market: The maker collective pops up this weekend at Modist Brewing with a mix of unique goods from a group of six local makers and artists. Find items like candles, prints, crochet plushies, jewelry and more, and sip craft beer while you shop. Friday 7–10pm @ Modist Brewing, 505 N 3rd St, Minneapolis, @marketcollectivemn
FRIDAY, 9/6 & SATURDAY, 9/7:
Minneapolis Vintage Market at Doobie Dabbler: Shop vintage clothing and more from a group of local vendors curated by the Minneapolis Vintage Market at the inaugural Doobie Dabbler. Hosted on Sever’s festival grounds, the event celebrates cannabis and Minnesota culture with activities including a corn maze, giant slide, wrestling ring, motocross, mini golf, live music and 20+ food trucks across 100 acres. Attendees can also experience THC tastings and products for sale from national cannabis brands. Friday 5–9:30pm & Saturday noon–9:30pm @ Sever's Festival Grounds, 3121 W 150th St, Shakopee, doobiedabbler.com
FRIDAY, 9/6–SUNDAY, 9/8:
Smile Back Vintage Two Year Anniversary + Minnesota Sports Sale: The West Bank vintage shop celebrates two years of business with a weekend-long sale event. The entire store will be filled with vintage Minnesota sports gear, including 1,000 Gopher items as low as $5, plus tons of Twins, Wild and Wolves gear to get you game-day ready. Friday–Sunday 11am–7pm daily @ Smile Back Vintage, 720 Washington Ave SE, Minneapolis, @smilebackvintage
FRIDAY, 9/6:
Olio Vintage Monthly Happy Hour + Fall Launch: Vintage shop Olio Vintage welcomes a fresh crop of vintage vendors and local artists to the store this month including BS13 Vintage with a happy hour event. The resident vintage vendors will also debut their fall collections. Enjoy bubbly, NA beverages and snacks while you shop. Friday 4–6pm @ Olio Vintage, 21 5th St NE, Minneapolis, @olio.mpls
EVOLVE Fall 2024 Fashion Show: 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, 6:30–9:30pm @ Open Book 1011 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $60–$95 @ eventbrite.com
SATURDAY, 9/7:
Junkin Market Days: This curated, market features unique, handmade and vintage goods from local vendors spanning clothing, jewelry, home decor, furniture, candles, gourmet foods and more. $2.50 entry. Saturday 9am–4pm @ Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Pkwy, Eagan, junkinmarketdays.com
Totally Rad on the Green: The Totally Rad Vintage Fest caps off off its summer pop-up series in downtown Minneapolis this weekend. Shop vintage from the ‘80s to the early ‘00s from a group of 30+ vintage vendors at the new North Loop Green outdoor complex, located just across sthe street from Target Field. Free. Saturday 10am–5pm @ North Loop Green, 350 N 5th St, Minneapolis, @totallyardvf
Eastside Co-op Clothing Swap: The Eastside Co-op is helping to reduce clothing waste with a free clothing swap. Clear out your closet (up to five boxes worth) and take home a few new treasures, and feel good knowing you've helped keep clothing out of a landfill. Visit the link for more details. Saturday 11am–2pm @ Eastside Food Co-op, 2551 NE Central Ave, Minneapolis, reusemn.org
Northeast Vintage Block Party: The vintage shops of the "Northeast Vintage Block" are banding together for a collaborative “block party” held in its back parking lot. Moth Oddities, Olio Vintage, The Golden Pearl Vintage and Twelve Vultures along with a group of vintage vendors will be selling their one-of-a-kind wares, plus there will be food by neighboring Greek restaurant Gardens of Salonica and a live DJ. Rain or shine. Free. Saturday 11am–6pm @ 5th St NE & Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, mothoddities.com
Shades Mrkt Pop-up: The Black-run vintage market pops up with a small batch of vendors with curated clothing, art and books for the grand opening of Backstory Coffee Roasters. Free. Saturday 11am–4pm @ Backstory Coffee, 8061 33rd Ave S, Bloomington, @shadesmrkt
Minneapolis Sneaker Con: Twin Cities sneaker heads will want to check out this national event as it makes its Minneapolis stop. Explore the hottest and most sought-after sneakers, engage in buying, selling, and trading, and indulge in a day in sneaker heaven. Get your shoes authenticated by ebay’s authenticity guaranteed experts, meet your favorite sneaker influencers, play in the free claw machine and more. Saturday noon–7pm @ Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $25–$30 @ sneakercon.com
SATURDAY, 9/7 & SUNDAY, 9/8:
Up the Stairs, To the Right: Maison Bodega, a 100-year-old building renovated for experimental retail, culinary events and home to creative studio Bodega Ltd., will be transformed into a shoppable gallery. A collaboration between Maison Bodega co-creator Liz Gardner and photographer Taylor Hall O'Brien, the shoppable assortment includes collectibles contextualized alongside 19th century antiques, in keeping with Maison Bodega's exploration of the role of decorative arts within public and private space, and celebrating the antiquarian alongside the contemporary. No tickets are required but the number of people shopping at any one time will be limited. Guests can also enjoy refreshments at Bar Agnes on the first floor of the space. Saturday 10am–4pm & Sunday noon–4pm @ 1911 Pleasant Ave. Minneapolis, @lizgrdnr
Edina Fall Into the Arts Festival: The annual Edina Fall Into the Arts Festival returns to the beautiful Centennial Lakes Park for its 20th year. Shop handmade goods and art from over 200 artists spanning photography, jewelry, pottery, sculpture, wearable arts, glass, fiber arts, wood, and painting. Plus, food trucks and beverages for sale. Saturday 10am–5pm & Sunday 10am–6pm @ Centennial Lakes Park, 7499 France Ave S, Edina, edinafallintothearts.com
SUNDAY, 8/8:
Hindes Vintage Market: Local CBD-infused aromatherapy and skincare brand Hindes hosts a vintage market at its Golden Valley storefront with a curated group of vendors selling everything from upcycled vintage furniture to vintage housewares, and vintage and designer clothing. Vendors include Black Nvni, Hausle Shop, Rhinestone Finds, Mad Mir Dye and more. Sunday 11am–2pm @ 681 Winnetka Ave N, Golden Valley, @shophindes
Big Fat Super Swap: Cake Plus Size Resale hosts this weekend’s Big Fat Super Swap–an all-gender clothing swap for sizes 2XL and up. The event’s mission is to help combat clothing scarcity in harder-to-find sizes. The events will be held outside in the parking lot next to Cake; masks are required. The swap is free to attend. Donate gently used clothing items size 2XL and up to Cake during shop hours; sizes 4XL, 5XL and 6XL especially needed. Sunday 1–4pm @ 5149 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, bigfatsuperswap.org
MONDAY, 9/9:
Vintage Vessel Candle Making at Mustache Cat: Home decor store The Mustache Cat is hosting a DIY candle making class led by local maker Onyx Candles. You’ll get to pick a scent and vintage vessel to take home, plus get a discount to shop at the store during the event. Bring your own beverage. Monday 6–7:30pm @ The Mustache Cat, 500 Lexington Pkwy S, St Paul. Tickets $40 @ eventbrite.com
African Fashion Week Minnesota: African Fashion Week Minnesota (AFWMN) is a new non-profit, community-based organization and social enterprise celebrating the culture, art, design, history, talent, performing arts, cuisine and heritage of Africa. This platform was created “from a need to bridge the gap and connect various cultures and provide a space for creativity, communication and unity.” The festivities kick off on Monday with “The Lost Diamonds of Africa” art and jewelry showcase. Events are scheduled for Monday, 9/9, Thursday, 9/12, Friday, 9/13 and Saturday, 9/14 @ Mosaic Event Center, 817 5th Ave S, Minneapolis, Tickets @ africanfashionweekmn.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 9am–5pm weekly through September @ 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 6am–3pm through September @ 12673 Co Hwy 17, Detroit Lakes, facebook.com
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE:
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
Luxe Streetwear: The Denim Experience: Local fashion designer Keiona Cook of Qe’Bella Couture returns with her semi-annual fashion show benefiting her youth sewing nonprofit, Lovely’s Sewing. This fall’s theme is denim, so expect lots of denim-infused looks from the show’s designers, which include Qe'Bella Couture, Chemistry Fashions, Nancy Kuledge of BitterSweet Designs, Nashipai, Tina Burnside and Jimi Vudu, plus a segment featuring kids' designs from Lovely's Sewing. Wednesday, 10/2, from 6–9:30m @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, Tickets $50–$100 @ eventbrite.com
MAN DOWN: The Other Side of Rage: Produced by Gayle Smaller, Jr, this fashion show concept celebrates menswear in the Twin Cities as a vehicle to bring awareness to male mental health. MAN DOWN will spotlight designer's menswear collections from local designers using male and masc-presenting models. Before and after the show, you can also support local businesses by shopping the pop-up shop and learn more about mental health at the resource fair. Saturday, 10/5, from 6–10pm @ TBA. Tickets $40 @ eventbrite.com
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