Located an hour from Toronto, St. Jacobs Farmers Market has teamed up with KWFamous for the second edition of Vintage Fest at Market Road Antiques in St. Jacobs, a beloved day-trip destination. This three-day event showcases over 200 vintage vendors, fashion icons, and artisans, blending the old with the new. Highlights include quirky furniture, retro attire, upcycled fashion, rare collectibles, and affordable thrift finds. Notable ’90s brand Modrobes will be featured, alongside a range of styles from Art Deco to Mid-Century Modern, Disco Glam, and everything from the ’80s and ’90s.
The festival offers a diverse weekend of music with Funk’n Fun Saturday, Soulful Sunday, and Mellow Monday, headlined by The Free Label, Nichelle Bernard, and Tragedy Ann. You can enjoy upcycling demos, crafting for kids, fashion shows, swing dance lessons, and breakdancing battles featuring b-boy, b-girl, and crews. The fairgrounds will come alive with buskers, jugglers, and magicians, enhancing the vibrant atmosphere.
Crowd engaged at a lively indoor festival market, surrounded by vintage clothing stalls and eclectic décor, with disco balls hanging overhead.Courtesy of HoneyHousePhotography
Your pass unlocks all the festivities, letting you dive into a world of shopping, dining, and delightful drinks. Vintage Fest is perfect for thrift lovers and families looking for a fun day out. Feel free to bring your furry friends along and, psst… kids under 10 get in for free!
Accessible by car, bus, ION, bike, or buggy, the event provides ample free parking and bike storage. This isn’t just any antique show—it’s an iconic, multigenerational experience. And while it may not be your grandma’s typical fair, we’d be thrilled if you brought her along to enjoy it too.
Vintage Fest
Tickets: Starting at $10
When: May 18 to 20, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Address: 845 Weber St. N, Waterloo
Accessibility: Car, Bus, ION, Bike, or Buggy
Why You Need To Go: This May long weekend, skip the crowds and traffic to cottage country and visit the Village of St. Jacobs. Just an hour from Toronto, it’s the perfect day-trip destination. Spend your days exploring over 200 curated vendor booths at Market Road Antiques, a 20,000-square-foot indoor antique mall, and soak in the authentic country vibes of St. Jacobs. Enjoy live music, a fashion show, and dance performances, all while savouring local food and drinks.