Richmond is a haven for artists, makers and cultural trendsetters — many of whom can be found at the city’s equally diverse pop-up, vintage and artisan markets.
Find a curated mix of craft and wellness vendors at the Richmond Moon Market, held at Stone Brewing, or join its annual celebration of fungi at Mushroom Mania. Shop Mystic Markets’ holiday-themed makers events, including Pride brunch markets and a trunk or treat at SB’s Lakeside LoveShack, as well as monthly sip-and-shops at The Veil Brewing Co. in Scott’s Addition and on Forest Hill Avenue. And explore a range of antiques and collector’s items at Odd Balls Collectibles Outdoor Flea Market at the Merchants Walk Shopping Center in the West End.
For those waxing nostalgic for the 1980s, ’90s and early aughts, Holly Clark’s Retro Vibes Market offers a host of VHS tapes, DVDs and toys, as well as pop-cultural and fan art. Clark recently opened a downtown storefront, Rewind Vintage, with similar inventory but says the Retro Vibes gatherings will continue this year. She has plans for Halloween and winter holiday pop-ups and hopes to hold additional events in spring and summer…