Randolph Street Market serves up a holiday shopping treasure hunt

Housed inside the historic Plumbers Hall at 1340 W. Washington Blvd., this indoor shopping extravaganza will feature more than 125 carefully curated vendors and mini-boutiques offering everything from vintage fashion, handbags and estate jewelry to antique furnishings, artwork, vinyl records, holiday collectibles and unusual home accessories. Whether you're searching for a distinctive gift, a little something for yourself or that perfect conversation piece for your home, there's plenty to explore.

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Founded in 2003 by Sally Schwartz, Randolph Street Market has become a Chicago shopping tradition, attracting collectors, designers, decorators, fashion lovers and treasure hunters looking for pieces with personality. Its holiday editions add another layer of seasonal charm, with festive décor, artisan creations, vintage ornaments and globally sourced merchandise that make for far more memorable gifts than the usual department store fare.

And this isn't strictly a shopping mission. Visitors can enjoy gourmet food, seasonal cocktails, beer and wine, DJs and live entertainment. Special activities will include a Little Elves Workshop, along with creative experiences and opportunities for holiday fun. Think of it as a holiday outing with a little shopping, sipping and socializing thrown in.

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For those who like to get first dibs on the best finds, Saturday's Early Buy shopping hour runs from 9 to 10 a.m., ahead of general admission at 10 a.m. A portion of Early Buy ticket proceeds benefits the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boys & Girls Club. Regular Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., while Sunday's market runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ticket prices: General admission is $19 online or $20 at the gate and is valid for both days of the selected weekend. The Saturday Early Buy ticket is $35 online or $40 at the gate. Discounted admission for seniors, students, teachers, military, first responders and nurses is $13 online or $15 at the gate with valid identification. Children under 12 are admitted free. Special shopping packages for couples and groups are also available online.

Complimentary onsite parking is available, making it even easier to spend a leisurely day browsing.

With two weekends to choose from, Randolph Street Market offers a festive opportunity to find something unexpected, support independent vendors and get a head start on holiday entertaining and gift-giving. After all, the best presents are often the ones you didn't know you were looking for!

For tickets, vendor information and additional details, visit randolphstreetmarket.com.