Randolph Street Market Festival returns for its 2026 season

Start: Saturday, May 23, 2026 10:00AM
End: Sunday, May 24, 2026 5:00PM

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.. Tickets are available now at randolphstreetmarket.com. 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.” Food vendors will include Happy Lobster, Roost Chicken & Biscuits Truck, Los Gorditos, Michael’s Catering, Mr Greek, J Spice, Rainbow Thailand, Four Sons Creole Cafe, Kate’s Kitchen, Roasted Corn Company, Baby Gold BBQ, Cafe Tola, The Original Rainbow Cone, Rita’s Italian Ice Truck, Windy City Shaved Ice, Dave’s Coffee Cake, Toffee Traditions, Little Whisk Bakes, Ruby Fine Hibiscus Tea, PALIOVRYSI Olive Oil, Sumaq Miski Peruvian Desserts, Krac’l Chocolate, and To-Di For Baked Goods. Guests can also enjoy live entertainment across multiple stages. Activities include Rosemary Fanti Fashion Sketches, Vintage Newspaper Portraits, Jenny Jing Zhang Sketchbook drawings, and Doggy Doodles. Saturday’s music lineup includes: Woodstreet Bloodhounds (Bluegrass & Country Swing), Contrabanda Latin Jazz Band (Salsa), Feel Good (1980s & Dance Covers), Maxwell Street Blues Band with Lowreen (Chicago Blues). Sunday’s lineup includes: Tony Morrison Jazz Quintet with Robin Watson, Chicago Rock Exchange (Classic Rock, Disco & Funk), The Westerlees (Western Swing), plus DJ sets and appearances from Mosy-Posy Rosy the Clown Poet. Tickets for the Randolph Street Market Festival are available now at randolphstreetmarket.com. 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.