Celebrating small businesses & community since 2008.
Celebrating small businesses & community since 2008.
18 years. 38k businesses. One last market.
What started as an idea to change the way we shop became a nationwide movement.
Now, after 18 incredible years, we're coming together for one final holiday celebration.
19th Holiday Market: December 12 & 13
10-4pm both days, at Cooper Design Space
WOC-owned and operated since 2008
WOC-owned and operated since 2008
A Look Through the Years
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The First-Ever Photo Booth, December 2008
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The 1st Tote, by Shepard Fairey's Studio Number One
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Shoutout to Pabst for all the Free Beer at the Early Markets
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Sonja Rasula, the founder, with "Sunny" Shoppers in 2009
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The 2011 Holiday Market... When Over 11,000 Attended!
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Our "Fake Prom" in 2012 Raised over $25k for Inner City Arts (look, no cell phones yet!)
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We Started to Expand in 2012 to NYC and SF
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Ellen, of Hedley & Bennet, in 2013 Before Becoming a Multi-Million Dollar Brand
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In 2018 We Grew to 10 Cities Across the Country, Thanks to our Partner Constant Contact
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We Activated the Historic Santa Monica Pier
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Sonja in a Times Square Mastercard Campaign During the Covid Pandemic
THE UNIQUE ARCHIVE
You made Unique Markets what it is.
Now we want to hear your story.
For 18 years, you've been the heart of Unique Markets. Did you sell/shop/work with us, discover a favorite artist, make a business-changing connection, or experience a moment you'll never forget? As we prepare to say goodbye, we'd love for you to share your stories, photos, and favorite memories so we can celebrate the magic we created together.
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