Popup Shop Events
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What is a Popup shop?
It’s when we take all the sexiness that is Serenity in Chains on the road so that you can shop in person! Meet the Designer and get one-on-one time to discuss your style and needs. Get personal suggestions from the best in the industry. Look over the designs in person, try them on before you buy, and have them tailored to fit right on site!
Check out the schedule below to ensure you don’t miss the next legendary Serenity in Chains popup shop!
2025
March 21-23 | Kinky Kollege | Rosemont, IL
A three-day event taking place at a beautiful hotel and convention center just 10 minutes from O’Hare International Airport and a short ride from Downtown Chicago. Classes provided by the top alternative lifestyle educators on everything you always wanted to know but were afraid to ask and are designed for students at every level of experience, ranging from beginners to the extreme edge player. Dozens of classes, 15,000 square foot playspace with over 75 pieces of equipment, social spaces, professional photography, and, of course, kinky vendors!
May 16-18 | Toledo Tattoo Fest | Toledo, OH
The Toledo Tattoo Festival offers a selection of over 200 of the best artists from all over the world right here in Toledo for three days of tattooing, art making, merch selling, and much more.
At the Festival, attendees will have the opportunity to get tattooed from traveling and local artists alike. Many artists will book the festival in advance, but there will be opportunities each day to find artists that are taking walk up tattoos on a first come first serve basis.
If you do not want to get tattooed over the weekend you will not be short of entertainment. Artists and vendors alike will be selling merchandise, there will be contests where you can enter your tattoos that you have previously collected, watch contests take place, and see some of the best artists from across the globe practice their craft.
Tattoo artists will have the opportunity to buy supplies from a variety of vendors for use at the festival and to take back to their home shop. There will be a tattoo of the day competition daily to show off the best tattoos made at the Festival.
Whether you are coming to the Toledo Tattoo Festival for your first tattoo, your 100th, or just to have fun, we are happy to have you, and cannot wait to see you there.
June 7-8 | Motor City Pride | Detroit, MI
Motor City Pride traces its roots back to June 1972 when the first march was held downtown Detroit to protest the homophobic laws and to work for recognition for LGBT Rights and Equality. After holding the march for a few years, it expanded to include a picnic after the march which has grown into our current festival.
July 26th | World Oddities Expo | Columbus OH
The World Oddities Expo is a traveling oddities festival- a peculiar paradise where weird thrives! We pride ourselves on being an all inclusive artisan and small business fueled mega-convention. We feature artists, vendors, performers, educators, and guest speakers to create a macabre and magical experience for all!
August 29th - 31st | MatsuriCon | Columbus, OH
Matsuricon is a three-day anime, gaming, and pop culture convention. A family friendly convention that seeks to connect fans to their beloved franchises but also to explore the unique and inspirational influences of Japanese media on western audiences. For nearly 20 years, Matsuricon has been showcasing some of the most talented anime and gaming voice actors and houses one of the state’s largest collection of physical and digital games.
September 6th | Motor City Ecchi | Novi Mi
Detroits neweest 18+ Anime and Gaming convention, brought to you by Otaku Detroit. This convention will feature 18+ panels, tabletop gaming, and a curated selection of vendors to shop from.
Sept 27-28 | Red Bird Fine Art Fair | Perrysburg, OH
The Red Bird Fine Art Fair is a juried fine art fair featuring up to 100 artists from all over the Midwest. The show takes place outdoors at The Town Center at Levis Commons. the main dining and entertainment venue in Perrysburg, Ohio. This upscale town lies just South of Toledo, perfect for an art fair. This is a one of a kind shopping experience that offers handmade pieces by award winning artists in Ceramic, Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Jewelry, Fiber, Digital, Woodworking, and more. As one of the last outdoor art fairs of the season, the holidays are just around the corner. Purchase something special for that one-of-a-kind person in your life.
Allow your senses to be stirred by the colors, textures, and emotions conveyed by each piece. Find those unique items that you can have in your home or wear for an evening out. These artists have pieces that are conversations starters and you will not find them in department stores or online. Shop for handmade works of art in all styles and media. You will not be able to find these unique items on Amazon or big box stores. Shop for those upcoming birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, items to update your home decor, or just treat yourself to something exquisite.
October 18th | Witches Be Witchin' | Wayne MI
October 30-November 2nd | Youmacon | Detroit, OH
Youmacon is a 4-day festival celebrating Japanese Animation, Gaming, and Pop Culture. Whether you’re a convention pro, or have yet to attend an Anime event, we have just what you’re looking for. Since 2005, Youmacon has been an immersive and innovative event unlike any other. Tickets are currently available online through October 15th, 2024.
November 14-16 | Motor City Comic Con | Detroit, MI
Motor City Comic Con is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community that embraces the diverse worlds of comics, movies, TV shows, gaming, and more. Our event brings together a melting pot of fans and industry professionals who share a common passion for the rich tapestry of pop culture. Founded in 1989, Motor City Comic Con has grown from humble beginnings into a spectacular gathering that attracts tens of thousands of attendees each year. Our three-day event offers a wide array of activities and attractions designed to cater to fans of all ages and interests. Immerse yourself in a sea of comic books, graphic novels, art, and collectibles as you explore the vast exhibitor hall, featuring a diverse range of vendors and artists from all corners of the industry. Discover rare treasures, limited-edition merchandise, and one-of-a-kind artwork that will ignite your passion for all things geek.
November 29-30 | Crafts for Christmas | Maumee, OH
A showplace of fine handmade juried crafts, gifts, and holiday decorations that will make your season bright.
December 13th | Yuletide | Toledo, OH
Don your favorite festive Ren Fest garb and join us for one magical afternoon with vendors, live music, bar service, and cheer as we celebrate the holidays at the Yuletide Mini NW Ohio Ren Fest! Huzzah!
Highlights Include:
- Whimsical Live entertainment throughout the day.
- Historical blacksmith and forge work by Uggla’s Night Forge.
- Shop among authentic small business handmade businesses with a focus on fantasy and fandoms.
- 510st Star Wars Fandom Display & Costuming Community.
- LARP recruitment and engagement with Sanctorium Realm LARP.
- Tabletop game lounge hosted by TableTop419.
- Admission free with canned food donation, food drive benefiting the SeaGate Food Bank.
- Festive, elegant, Family-friendly cosplay is welcome.
- All ages welcome. Children under 18 must be present with adult.
December 14th | Winter Festival of Crafts | Sylvania, OH
Pick up that last-minute holiday gift or decoration that will make your holiday bright in a beautiful setting for the last Toledo Craftsman’s Guild show of the year!
2026
March 14-16 | Fantasticon | Toledo, OH
Fantasticon is a mid-size show created for true comic book and pop culture collectors and fans. The fans that come to our shows are true collectors that are looking for those rare items for their personal collections. Most leave very satisfied as we pride ourselves on having great dealers and artists at our shows. If you collect it, you will find it at a Fantasticon Show.
March 20-22 | Kinky Kollege Spring Break | Rosemont, IL
A three-day event taking place at a beautiful hotel and convention center just 10 minutes from O’Hare International Airport and a short ride from Downtown Chicago. Classes provided by the top alternative lifestyle educators on everything you always wanted to know but were afraid to ask and are designed for students at every level of experience, ranging from beginners to the extreme edge player. Dozens of classes, 15,000 square foot playspace with over 75 pieces of equipment, social spaces, professional photography, and, of course, kinky vendors!
March 28th | Spring Crafter's Showcase | Sylvania, OH
April 18th | Michigan Makers Spring Market | Novi, MI
April 25th | Tree City Market | Sylvania, OH
Tree City Market is a 2 day shopping experience that highlights local handmade talent.
April 26th | Ann Arbor Oddities Bazaar | Ann Arbor, MI
A Unique Market featuring a wide selection of 40+ vendors, artists and illustrators, oddity makers, curiosity enthusiasts, musicians and more, drawing a crowd passionate about the dark art community to the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds in the large Red Barn (building A)
May 3rd | Sundays at the Market (by Finders Keepers Vintage Market) | Maumee, OH - PENDING
Sundays at the Market (previously Finders Keepers Vintage Market) is an open-air Pop-Up style market. We will have eclectic inspired home decor, upscale homemade items and so much more! Sundays at the Market is a culmination of our greatest local, vintage inspired vendors and cuisine
May 8th | Toledo Night Market in the Garden | Toledo, OH
Join us at Toledo Botanical Garden for an extended annual night market season kickoff! Thanks to Metroparks Toledo and the Artists Village at TBG for being awesome partners to help bring this event free to the community. Artisans, Live music, food trucks galore, craft drinks & more!
Toledo Botanical Garden
5403 Elmer Dr. Toledo, Ohio 43615
May 15-17 | Motor City Comic Con | Detroit, MI
Motor City Comic Con is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community that embraces the diverse worlds of comics, movies, TV shows, gaming, and more. Our event brings together a melting pot of fans and industry professionals who share a common passion for the rich tapestry of pop culture. Founded in 1989, Motor City Comic Con has grown from humble beginnings into a spectacular gathering that attracts tens of thousands of attendees each year. Our three-day event offers a wide array of activities and attractions designed to cater to fans of all ages and interests. Immerse yourself in a sea of comic books, graphic novels, art, and collectibles as you explore the vast exhibitor hall, featuring a diverse range of vendors and artists from all corners of the industry. Discover rare treasures, limited-edition merchandise, and one-of-a-kind artwork that will ignite your passion for all things geek.
June 6-7 | Motor City Pride | Detroit, MI
Motor City Pride traces its roots back to June 1972 when the first march was held downtown Detroit to protest the homophobic laws and to work for recognition for LGBT Rights and Equality. After holding the march for a few years, it expanded to include a picnic after the march which has grown into our current festival.
August 15th | Toledo Night Market | Toledo, OH
September 19th | Motor City Ecchi | Novi Mi
Detroits neweest 18+ Anime and Gaming convention, brought to you by Otaku Detroit. This convention will feature 18+ panels, tabletop gaming, and a curated selection of vendors to shop from.
Sept 26-27 | Red Bird Fine Art Fair | Perrysburg, OH
The Red Bird Fine Art Fair is a juried fine art fair featuring up to 100 artists from all over the Midwest. The show takes place outdoors at The Town Center at Levis Commons. the main dining and entertainment venue in Perrysburg, Ohio. This upscale town lies just South of Toledo, perfect for an art fair. This is a one of a kind shopping experience that offers handmade pieces by award winning artists in Ceramic, Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Jewelry, Fiber, Digital, Woodworking, and more. As one of the last outdoor art fairs of the season, the holidays are just around the corner. Purchase something special for that one-of-a-kind person in your life.
Allow your senses to be stirred by the colors, textures, and emotions conveyed by each piece. Find those unique items that you can have in your home or wear for an evening out. These artists have pieces that are conversations starters and you will not find them in department stores or online. Shop for handmade works of art in all styles and media. You will not be able to find these unique items on Amazon or big box stores. Shop for those upcoming birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, items to update your home decor, or just treat yourself to something exquisite.
October 10th | Witches Be Witchin' | Wayne MI
October 17-18 | Bewitched Harvest Festival (a Toledo Craftsmans Guild event) | Toledo, OH
The guild will also be doing a pet food drive, so please consider donating a bag or can of pet food to support local animal rescues.
November 13-15 | Motor City Comic Con (fall edition) | Detroit, MI
Motor City Comic Con is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community that embraces the diverse worlds of comics, movies, TV shows, gaming, and more. Our event brings together a melting pot of fans and industry professionals who share a common passion for the rich tapestry of pop culture. Founded in 1989, Motor City Comic Con has grown from humble beginnings into a spectacular gathering that attracts tens of thousands of attendees each year. Our three-day event offers a wide array of activities and attractions designed to cater to fans of all ages and interests. Immerse yourself in a sea of comic books, graphic novels, art, and collectibles as you explore the vast exhibitor hall, featuring a diverse range of vendors and artists from all corners of the industry. Discover rare treasures, limited-edition merchandise, and one-of-a-kind artwork that will ignite your passion for all things geek.
November 27-28 | Crafts for Christmas (a Toledo Craftsmans Guild event) | Maumee, OH (Pending)
Come out and start your holiday season right with something beautifuly handcrafted and perfectly festive. Organized by the Toledo Craftsman’s guild, this show features a highly cureated selection of local artists and artisans offering their finest holiday decor and more. Wether you are looking for the perfect holiday gift, or need to treat yourself to somethign extra sweet there is something for everyone at this event!
December 13th | Winter Festival of Crafts (a Toledo Craftsmans Guild event) | Sylvania, OH
Come out an celebrate a winter wonderland with the last TCG show of the year. This event features the unique talents of the artists and artisans of the Toledo Craftsman’s Guild showcasing their beautiful handcrafted gifts to make youre holiday bright.
2027
We are now booking our 2027 season. If you would like the Serenity in Chains popup shop to appear at your event, or know of an event you would like to see us at, please use the Contact form to let me know and I will do my best to work it into our schedule!
Jan 29-21 | Isshocon | Ypisilanity, MI (PENDING)
March TBD | Kinky Kollege Spring Break | Rosemont, IL (PENDING)
A three-day event taking place at a beautiful hotel and convention center just 10 minutes from O’Hare International Airport and a short ride from Downtown Chicago. Classes provided by the top alternative lifestyle educators on everything you always wanted to know but were afraid to ask and are designed for students at every level of experience, ranging from beginners to the extreme edge player. Dozens of classes, 15,000 square foot playspace with over 75 pieces of equipment, social spaces, professional photography, and, of course, kinky vendors!
March TBD | Spring Crafter's Showcase | Sylvania, OH (PENDING)
May TBD | Motor City Comic Con | Detroit, MI (PENDING)
Motor City Comic Con is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community that embraces the diverse worlds of comics, movies, TV shows, gaming, and more. Our event brings together a melting pot of fans and industry professionals who share a common passion for the rich tapestry of pop culture. Founded in 1989, Motor City Comic Con has grown from humble beginnings into a spectacular gathering that attracts tens of thousands of attendees each year. Our three-day event offers a wide array of activities and attractions designed to cater to fans of all ages and interests. Immerse yourself in a sea of comic books, graphic novels, art, and collectibles as you explore the vast exhibitor hall, featuring a diverse range of vendors and artists from all corners of the industry. Discover rare treasures, limited-edition merchandise, and one-of-a-kind artwork that will ignite your passion for all things geek.
June TBD | Motor City Pride | Detroit, MI (PENDING)
Motor City Pride traces its roots back to June 1972 when the first march was held downtown Detroit to protest the homophobic laws and to work for recognition for LGBT Rights and Equality. After holding the march for a few years, it expanded to include a picnic after the march which has grown into our current festival.
September TBD | Motor City Ecchi | Novi Mi (PENDING)
Detroits neweest 18+ Anime and Gaming convention, brought to you by Otaku Detroit. This convention will feature 18+ panels, tabletop gaming, and a curated selection of vendors to shop from.
Sept TBD | Red Bird Fine Art Fair | Perrysburg, OH (PENDING)
The Red Bird Fine Art Fair is a juried fine art fair featuring up to 100 artists from all over the Midwest. The show takes place outdoors at The Town Center at Levis Commons. the main dining and entertainment venue in Perrysburg, Ohio. This upscale town lies just South of Toledo, perfect for an art fair. This is a one of a kind shopping experience that offers handmade pieces by award winning artists in Ceramic, Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Jewelry, Fiber, Digital, Woodworking, and more. As one of the last outdoor art fairs of the season, the holidays are just around the corner. Purchase something special for that one-of-a-kind person in your life.
Allow your senses to be stirred by the colors, textures, and emotions conveyed by each piece. Find those unique items that you can have in your home or wear for an evening out. These artists have pieces that are conversations starters and you will not find them in department stores or online. Shop for handmade works of art in all styles and media. You will not be able to find these unique items on Amazon or big box stores. Shop for those upcoming birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, items to update your home decor, or just treat yourself to something exquisite.
October TBD | Witches Be Witchin' | Wayne MI (PENDING)
October TBD | Bewitched Harvest Festival (a Toledo Craftsmans Guild event) | Toledo, OH (PENDING)
The guild will also be doing a pet food drive, so please consider donating a bag or can of pet food to support local animal rescues.
November TBD | Motor City Comic Con (fall edition) | Detroit, MI (PENDING)
Motor City Comic Con is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community that embraces the diverse worlds of comics, movies, TV shows, gaming, and more. Our event brings together a melting pot of fans and industry professionals who share a common passion for the rich tapestry of pop culture. Founded in 1989, Motor City Comic Con has grown from humble beginnings into a spectacular gathering that attracts tens of thousands of attendees each year. Our three-day event offers a wide array of activities and attractions designed to cater to fans of all ages and interests. Immerse yourself in a sea of comic books, graphic novels, art, and collectibles as you explore the vast exhibitor hall, featuring a diverse range of vendors and artists from all corners of the industry. Discover rare treasures, limited-edition merchandise, and one-of-a-kind artwork that will ignite your passion for all things geek.
November TBD | Crafts for Christmas (a Toledo Craftsmans Guild event) | Maumee, OH (PENDING)
Come out and start your holiday season right with something beautifuly handcrafted and perfectly festive. Organized by the Toledo Craftsman’s guild, this show features a highly cureated selection of local artists and artisans offering their finest holiday decor and more. Wether you are looking for the perfect holiday gift, or need to treat yourself to somethign extra sweet there is something for everyone at this event!
December TBD | Winter Festival of Crafts (a Toledo Craftsmans Guild event) | Sylvania, OH (PENDING)
Come out an celebrate a winter wonderland with the last TCG show of the year. This event features the unique talents of the artists and artisans of the Toledo Craftsman’s Guild showcasing their beautiful handcrafted gifts to make youre holiday bright.
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