Don’t let this event end without you being here!
Vintage Market Days will happen Sept. 30-Oct. 2 at Myrtle Beach Sports Center. It’s an exclusive vintage-inspired market featuring:
– Antiques, Clothing, Consumable yummies, Handmade treasures, Home Decor, Jewelry, Original art, Outdoor furnishings, Seasonal plantings
Vendors will have their passions and skills on display, and you can take some of the unique goods home with you. The schedule:
Friday, Sept. 30
- VIP day
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- $10 admission
Saturday, Oct. 1
- General Admission
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- $10 admission
Sunday, Oct. 2
- General Admission
- 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- $5 admission
Kids 12 and younger get free admission. You can pay with cash and credit cards at the gate. One ticket is good for re-entry all weekend.
Can I take part as a vendor?
Yes! Country Living magazine named this one of “7 Flea Markets and Barn Sales not to miss.” There are 60 events nationwide, in areas likely to host successful shows.
It’s a juried event with vendors chosen on three criteria:
- Originality
- Quality of goods
- Variety
You’ll find not only high-grade wares but also vendors who complement each other. That makes for a superlative experience. Vintage Market Days accepts applications for those who specialize in things that are:
- Antique
- Hand-made
- Repurposed
- Vintage
It accepts limited vendors with vintage-inspired clothing and home decor. Also invited to take part:
- Artists
- Chefs
- Food vendors
- Gardeners
Applicants must include links to online phones or photos. Please show an ability to merchandise your items, too, with attention to detail. Event organizers distribute booths on a first-come, first-served basis.
3 Tips for Shopping at an Event Like This
You’re in for a buffet of interesting items! Strategies vary, but here is some advice for shopping Vintage Market Days weekend.
1. Be ready
If you had a seasoned adviser helping you, they’d say to bring a cart and some bags and wear comfortable shoes. dress in layers for temperature variations.
2. Take notes
You will see hundreds of items, so if you want to compare, bring a notepad and pen. Or use your smartphone note-taking app.
3. If you feel compelled to negotiate …
Do so with respect. It’s often worth it. Know what you want, how much you’re willing to pay for it, and what a fair offer would be.
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