New Artisan Market with 50+ Vendors and Cafe Opens in Grand Rapids’ Eastown
I love a local market selling unique, handmade gifts, art, and one-of-a-kind finds. A longtime go-to of mine was Reinspired Treasures in Alger Heights. Sadly, it shut its doors earlier this year. Thankfully, it's been replaced by a cool record shop, but I have been on the hunt for a new shopping destination. I think I found it!
Riverside Market Now Open in Grand Rapids
The new Riverside Market in Eastown just opened up. Located at 1533 Wealthy St SE, Suite C, the 3,000-square-foot location previously housed Tia’s Play Cafe and was the longtime home of Eastown Antiques before that. What started out as Riverside Guitar School has grown into a multi-vendor retail hub celebrating over 50 local makers and artisans.
👇BELOW: ANOTHER NEW 70+ VENDOR MARKET TO DISCOVER IN GRAND RAPIDS👇
What You Will Find: 50+ West Michigan Makers, Coffee, and More
If you love supporting West Michigan creators, this spot looks like a dream! At Riverside Market, you'll find a mix of home goods, accessories, clothes, original artwork, bath and body care, plants, collectibles, and more.
Sounds like foodies will be set too as you can grab fresh coffee and tea, plus soups, snacks, and other local goodies. On top of food and retail, they carry basic music supplies and rent instruments. The market is also operating as an ArtPrize 2026 venue hosting five artists through October 3rd.
Vendor Spaces, Community Workshops, and Grand Opening Details
Are you a maker looking for a home base? Riverside Market is still accepting vendor applications. You can get more info and check out pricing here.
They also have a gathering space available if you are looking to host workshops, classes, meetings, or café get-togethers. Local makers and instructors can even book the space for a single event or a whole class series.
👇BELOW: MORE GRAND RAPIDS SHOP FOR LOCAL, HANDMADE GOODS👇
To mark the launch, they are throwing a Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, October 10th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with drinks, snacks, and live music.
If you love shopping local, it's worth checking out during their regular hours: Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For updates and more fun events, follow Riverside Market on Facebook.
Another new spot that's been on my radar? Crows Hold Vendor Market downtown Grand Rapids on Division!
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