6 Tucson markets to shop this weekend, Aug. 14-16

Tucson residents looking for a weekend outing can find vintage clothing, antique home goods, handmade items, food, music and themed activities at six markets scheduled around the city from Aug. 14 to 16. The events offer free admission, though shoppers should bring money for purchases, food and, at some markets, special activities. Together, the markets provide options ranging from a morning visit to St. Philip’s Plaza to an evening stop at Poppin’ Off Culture Gifts & More.

At Gather A Vintage Market, 300 S. Park Ave., shoppers can browse vintage and antique pieces for the home and garden. The market runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 13 to 15, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16. That makes Gather the only listed option open across all four days, including the Thursday before the main Aug. 14 to 16 weekend. Admission is free, with purchases available from the vendors.

The Desert Haze Market will bring vintage clothing vendors to La Rosa, 800 N. Country Club Blvd., from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15. Shoppers can expect clothing ranging from T-shirts and pants to dresses, along with food and music. The market is also free to attend, giving visitors a chance to spend the afternoon looking through secondhand styles while supporting the vendors gathered for the event.

For a different atmosphere, Poppin’ Off Culture Gifts & More, 4570 E. Broadway, is hosting a summer night market. The event is described as offering relaxed evening energy, mocktails, snacks and distinctive goods made by local creators. The listing does not provide a specific date or operating hours within the Aug. 14 to 16 weekend information, so visitors planning to attend should check the event details before heading to the Broadway location. Admission is free, while shopping and refreshments cost extra.

Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Road, will host a whimsical market inspired by Wonderland. The site, known for its unusual paths and imaginative setting, celebrated its centennial in 2023. Market activities include decorating a teacup, creating custom lip gloss and making an elixir. Local vendors will also be present, and attendees can take photos at Wonderland themed spots. Costumes are encouraged. The market is free to enter, but some activities and purchases require payment. No event hours are provided in the listing.

Another shopping option is at Foothills Mall, 7325 N. La Cholla Blvd., where vendors will offer yard art, home decor, jewelry, baked goods and other items. The market gives shoppers a chance to look for both practical and decorative goods in one location, with products that can suit homes, gardens or gifts. Admission is free, although visitors should plan to pay for anything they purchase. The supplied event information does not include specific hours for this market.

St. Philip’s Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave., offers a recurring weekend market from 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays and Sundays. Visitors can shop from local makers, listen to live music and stop at one of the plaza’s several restaurants and other eateries for a meal or snack. The market is free to attend, but shoppers should bring money for both vendor purchases and food. Its weekend schedule makes it a morning option for Aug. 15 and 16.

The six markets collectively highlight several ways Tucsonans can spend time outdoors or around local businesses while shopping from independent vendors. Gather focuses on vintage and antique home and garden items, Desert Haze centers on clothing, and St. Philip’s Plaza features local makers alongside music and dining. Poppin’ Off emphasizes local creators and nighttime refreshments, while Valley of the Moon adds hands on activities and a costume friendly setting. The Foothills Mall market rounds out the lineup with a broad mix of art, decor, jewelry and food.

Because several listings do not include times or exact dates in the available information, visitors should confirm details through the relevant event pages before leaving home. For the markets with published schedules, Gather begins at 10 a.m. and St. Philip’s Plaza opens at 8 a.m., while Desert Haze runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. All six events list free admission, but that does not mean the full experience is free. Shoppers will need separate funds for merchandise, food, drinks and, at Valley of the Moon, certain activities.