CHICAGO (April 2026)– The Randolph Street Market Festival returns to Chicago’s West Loop for the launch of its 2026 season with the 23rd Annual Garden Party Market on Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24, from 10 AM to 5 PM at 1341 W Randolph St. This indoor-outdoor treasure hunt will feature more than 200 dealers, delicious global eats, and nonstop live entertainment, rain or shine. General Admission is $14 online or $15 at the gate and is valid for both days.
Since 2003, Randolph Street Market has been recognized as one of the country’s premier urban antique and vintage shopping destinations. Dealers from across the nation will showcase a curated mix of art, antiques, indie fashion, vinyl, estate jewelry, decorative objects, and global goods, offering something for collectors, designers, and casual shoppers alike.
“We’ve always believed in creating a space where people can discover something unexpected, connect with local creatives, and just have fun,” says Sally Schwartz, founder of Randolph Street Market. “It’s more than a market, it’s a celebration of style, community, and Chicago’s incredible spirit.”
Shoppers can expect to discover unique finds from vendors such as:
- Dick Russell Liquidations – Vintage collectibles and unique finds.
- Bel Air Jewelry – exquisite Victorian, estate & costume jewelry
- Ameritiques – Americana antiques and collectibles.
- Atlantic Poster – Vintage posters and art prints.
- Goodbye Tony Vintage Eyewear – Retro and vintage eyewear.
- Sopia Renata Pottery – Handcrafted ceramic pottery.
- ToGather Sourcing & Design – Curated vintage home décor.
- Rarity Collective – Vintage fashion and accessories.
- This Old Book – Rare and vintage books.
- Capturing Blooms – Preserved floral art and décor.
Food lovers will enjoy a wide variety of culinary options, including:
- Happy Lobster – Maine lobster rolls and lobster mac and cheese.
- Roost Chicken & Biscuits Truck – Fried chicken sandwiches, homemade buttermilk biscuits, and Carolina-style pimento cheese with hot honey chicken.
- Los Gorditos – Authentic Mexican tacos, burritos, and fresh guacamole.
- Michael’s Catering – Chicago classics like Italian beef, burgers, and hot dogs.
- Mr Greek – Greek favorites including gyros, hummus, village salad, and spinach pie.
- J Spice – Caribbean jerk chicken, rice bowls, sandwiches, and more.
- Rainbow Thailand – Thai street food favorites like dumplings, pad Thai, papaya salad, and duck noodles.
- Four Sons Creole Cafe – New Orleans-style gumbo, Creole chili shrimp, and smoothies.
- Kate’s Kitchen – Authentic African dishes including tangine, peanut stew, and injera sourdough flatbread.
- Roasted Corn Company – Fresh roasted corn with butter and street corn toppings like Takis, Hot Cheetos, and Doritos.
- Baby Gold BBQ – Chicago-style pulled pork and ribs.
- Cafe Tola – Argentinian empanadas from the beloved Chicago staple.
- The Original Rainbow Cone – Iconic Chicago ice cream and the famous five-scoop cone.
- Rita’s Italian Ice Truck – Fruit Italian ice, frozen custard, and gelato sandwiches.
- Windy City Shaved Ice – Classic shaved ice with fruity syrups.
- Dave’s Coffee Cake – Homemade coffee cakes and sweet treats.
- Toffee Traditions – Small-batch gourmet toffee.
- Little Whisk Bakes – Artisan baked goods and pastries.
- Ruby Fine Hibiscus Tea – Refreshing hibiscus-based teas and drinks.
- PALIOVRYSI Olive Oil – Premium Mediterranean olive oils.
- Sumaq Miski Peruvian Desserts – Traditional Peruvian sweets.
- Krac’l Chocolate – Small-batch craft chocolate.
- To-Di For Baked Goods – Homemade cookies and baked treats.
Live entertainment will take place across multiple stages throughout the weekend. Guests can enjoy fun activities that combine art and keepsakes, including Rosemary Fanti Fashion Sketches, Vintage Newspaper portraits putting YOU in the news, Jenny Jing Zhang Sketchbook onsite drawings, and Doggy Doodles for everyone’s favorite best friend.
Saturday’s music lineup includes:
- 10:00–11:30 AM: Woodstreet Bloodhounds – Bluegrass & Country Swing
- 11:30 AM–1:30 PM: Contrabanda Latin Jazz Band – Salsa rhythms
- 1:30–3:30 PM: Feel Good – 1980s & Classic Dance Covers
- 3:30–5:00 PM: Maxwell Street Blues Band with Lowreen – Authentic Chicago blues
On Sunday, entertainment continues with Mosy-Posy Rosy the Clown Poet, Poems-While-You-Wait, and rotating DJ sets from Dave House, Crate Digga Hash, and BTiggs.
Sunday’s music lineup includes:
- 10:00 AM–12:00 PM: Tony Morrison Jazz Quintet with Robin Watson – Swing brunch vibes
- 12:00–3:00 PM: Chicago Rock Exchange – Classic rock, disco & funk
- 3:00–5:00 PM: The Westerlees – Western Swing
General Admission is $14 online or $15 at the gate and is valid for both days. Early Buying Saturday tickets are $35 and grant access beginning at 9:00 AM, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the Boys & Girls Club.
Lunch n’ Learn Saturdays (May 23, July 25, September 26) offer a special experience sponsored by the Chicago History Museum. For $70, guests enjoy a picnic lunch in Sally’s Cabana while a CHM curator shares stories behind select pieces from the museum’s extensive costume and jewelry collection. Guests also receive a free individual Chicago History Museum membership, courtesy of Randolph Street Market.
A variety of ticket packages are also available online, offering bundled perks for families, groups, and themed experiences. Senior Admission (65+) is $10, and Student, Military, or First Responder tickets are available for $5 with valid ID. Children under 12 always receive free admission. Convenient parking is available in the clean, multi-level garage at 1371 W Randolph, staffed 24 hours, for $4 per hour.
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About Randolph Street Market:
Now in its 23rd year, the Randolph Street Market Festival is home to the world-renowned Chicago Antique Market, Indie Designer Market, Modern Vintage Chicago and the Holiday Market. Touted as a “mecca of cool,” “the best hotspot for antiquing” and “the Barneys of vintage” by magazines such as Travel & Leisure, The New York Times, Lucky, Architectural Digest, USA Today, Elle Décor, goop, plus numerous broadcast outlets, the Randolph Street Market Festival is Chicago’s most exciting shopping destination! Vendors from across the country showcase an unusual and stylishly-crafted mix of vintage and modern decorative objects, vinyl, rare books, housewares, fashion for men/women/children, art, hostess gifts and more. Randolph Street Market is the spot to shop all year round while supporting Chicago charities such as Project Onward, PAWS, Chicago House, Chicago’s Children’s Charities, Chicago Lights Tutoring, I Grow Chicago and many others.