Enjoy one-stop holiday shopping at Tucson’s Merry Mercado on Nov. 1
Kick off your holiday shopping and find unique gifts for your loved ones all in one place from 4-8 p.m. Nov. 1 at Merry Mercado, Local First Arizona’s newest event!
Join us at Trail Dust Town for a celebration of all things local.
Discover a diverse array of vendors, including artists and other creatives,
Explore the grounds at Trail Dust Town, including the historic Savoy Opera House and family-friendly attractions like the Old West Miniature Train,
Grab a meal at the famous Pinnacle Peak Steakhouse…
… all while beating the big-box store shopping rush and enjoying the festive vibes.
When: 4-8 p.m. Wednesday Nov. 1
Where: Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road, Tucson
Admission: Free
Meet three Merry Mercado vendors to look forward to:
Vibrant red poppy flowers are felted atop black silk chiffon to create this delicate shawl. Handmade by female artisans in Nepal.
“My name is Jennifer O'Neill. I am an artist as well as a psychotherapist. I love beautiful little things. Some of the pieces you will find at my booth will be handmade by local artists in Arizona.
Other pieces have been sourced from women-owned businesses, fair trade suppliers that empower women in developing countries or from other makers who contribute to social good.
I believe there is a bold and creative spirit that lives within us all. Find that special piece that will allow your bodacious spirit to speak.”
“I’m Raleigh, a Tucson-based stationer. I’m a third-generation scrapbooker and cardmaker, so I like to think I was born for this. I got my start during my own wedding. I individually selected, wrote, designed and printed every item.
With the encouragement of my wedding planner, I branched out and now offer my services to other couples.
I consider my designs to be passionate and modern. I draw much of my inspiration from the natural beauty where I live.”
A wedding stationery design by The Tucson Boutique
You bring it, we'll wax it. No judgement. No shame. No pressure. Your gender presentation does NOT need to match your anatomical composition for you to be waxed here. You are valued and safe. How can we help?
“Hello, beautiful people! I’m Amanda Pederson, founder and owner of The Fern Grove Spa. As a customer of the beauty industry, I’ve had many experiences that just made me feel ‘less than.’
I was tired of subpar treatment, so I created this space for anyone who has ever felt like me. This includes people of size, people of color and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
The Fern Grove Spa is a body-positive, LGBTQ+ welcoming and affirming, results-driven aesthetics studio. We provide skin care, full body waxing, makeup, lash lifts, and body treatments for people of all genders.”
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