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The Quirky Market In Arizona Where You’ll Find Terrific Treasures

Junk in the Trunk is a massive vintage and handmade market event held at WestWorld Arena in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Published Aug 6, 2018

Written by 

Robin Jarvis

Are you ready for the biggest roaming market in Arizona? It's coming in just a few short weeks and you'll want to be sure to clear your schedule for this epic event. If you love vintage - and you love to shop - then this event was made for you. Check it out:

Junk in the Trunk is an enormous sale that takes over WestWorld Arena for two days (plus Friday night) in September, and you won't want to miss it.

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What could be more fun that spending the day browsing through hundreds and hundreds of vendor booths searching for hidden treasures to bring home?

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More than 150 vendor booths will be filled with vintage finds and handmade works from craftsmen and artisans.

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You'll find a little bit of everything at this epic market. From hard-to-find antique bargains to classic hand-crafted items you've never seen before (but have to have, now that you've found them).

General admission tickets are only $8, but if you want the added advantage of being the first to shop, you can pay extra for four hours of early shopping on Friday night.

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Get your tickets for the preview shopping on Friday night early. They stop selling them on September 9th, five days before the event opens.

The colossal event completely fills the 120,000 square feet inside WestWorld Arena to the brim with all kinds of vintage finds and hand-crafted goodness. And just in time to start your holiday shopping!

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The festivities don't end with shopping. Enjoy live music and a variety of food trucks too. You may as well set aside at least an entire day for shopping, eating and just plan fun at this unique, limited-time, market in Scottsdale.

Junk In The Trunk takes place at WestWorld Arena in Scottsdale September 14 - 16, 2018. WestWorld Arena is located at 16601 N Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85260. VIP shopping tickets are for Friday, Sept. 14 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The hours for general admission tickets for Saturday and Sunday are from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A general admission ticket only covers admission for one day. Learn more, including where to buy Friday night VIP tickets, at this link on the official website for the sale.

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Embark On A World Tour Without Leaving Arizona At This International Market

Published Dec 7, 2023

Written by 

Melissa Mahoney

Want to go on an adventure? How about an international adventure that doesn't involve leaving the state? For me, food can truly transport you to another country, and what better way to experience other countries and their cultures than by visiting an international market? Nur Import Market is one such international market in Arizona that can take you on a virtual trip around the world without the need for a passport and a lengthy journey.

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If you've ever dreamt about traveling to the Middle East, Africa, or Eastern Europe but haven't been able to leave the country, there's one international market in Tucson you have to try.

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With its old-school corner store feel, the family-owned Nur Market and Restaurant specializes in foods from East Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. It was opened in 2008 by three brothers from Somalia.

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It's located at 3565 E Speedway Blvd. in Tucson.

Perusing aisle after aisle of imported foods and goods from around the globe will transport you overseas. There are so many fascinating items you may want to try.

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From baklava to nuts, chickpeas, spices, and so much more, you'll be inspired to travel or at least cook something new at home.

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Want to try some international cuisine? I guarantee you'll want to order something from the in-store restaurant.

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On the menu, there are several delicious options you can order. You may want to try the falafel plate with a side of pita bread, hummus, and tabouli or, perhaps, the chicken shawarma with basmati rice, tomatoes, onions, and red sauce.

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Whatever you order will be fresh and delicous. And, who knows -- maybe it will inspire you to cook an international dish at home using ingredients found at the market.

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Have you ever visited the Nur Import Market in Tucson? What other international market in Arizona have you visited before? Let us know! For more information, head to the official website of Nur Import Market. You can also give the Nur Import Market Facebook page a follow.

Want to explore the food scene of Tucson? Before or after your visit to the Nur Import Market, take the Tucson Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours as offered on Viator.

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Spend The Day Visiting Two Massive Flea Markets In This Arizona City

Published Sep 19, 2023

Written by 

Melissa Mahoney

Who's ready for a day of shopping in Tucson? We're not talking about any ordinary shopping though. Instead, we are going to suggest a shopping trip to two unique places on the same day --- Gather A Vintage Market and the Tanque Verde Swap Meet. At these flea markets in Tucson, Arizona, you'll find one-of-a-kind items that are hard to find anywhere else.

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If you love hunting for unique second-hand objects like vintage goods and antiques, then you'll love perusing the booths at Gather A Vintage Market. This is the first stop on this Tucson day trip.

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Held once a month over the course of four days, you'll find an array of unique goods including household and garden items. The market is open the second weekend of the month from Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday.

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If you come to the market each month, it's completely different from the month before from the layout to the goods being sold. You'll always find something interesting and new to you here!

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Visit the Gather Vintage Market website and Gather Vintage Market Facebook page for more information.

Our second stop is the Tanque Verde Swap Meet, the largest outdoor market in Southern Arizona. Covering an expanse of over 33 acres and hosting over 800 vendors, you'll be able to shop 'til you drop here!

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This is among the most popular flea markets in the entire state and sees over 1 million visitors each year. This place is a must for bargain hunters.

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This massive flea market is open on weekends throughout the year. Friday hours are 3 p.m. until 11 p.m., Saturday hours are 8 a.m. until 11 p.m., and Sunday hours are 2 p.m. until 10 p.m.

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Not only are there hundreds of vendors booths to shop at but dining options and fun for the whole family. You can grab a beer from one of the food booths and walk around with it as you shop...

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...grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks, and children will love the rides as well as the koi pond. Tanque Verde Swap Meet is a fun place for the whole family!

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Visit the Tanque Verde Swap Meet website and Tanque Verde Swap Meet Facebook page for more information.

How does a day of shopping at flea markets in Tucson, Arizona sound to you? What are some of your favorite flea markets around the state? Let us know!

If you want to take a weekend getaway to Tucson, check out this Historic Iron Horse District vacation rental on Vrbo.

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