HoneyCreek Pottery

Seekers on the Ridge and Day of Dead in Winston-Salem

The Seekers on the Ridge: Goose Pre-Party & Vendor Market is making its way from Asheville to Winston-Salem! The fundraising event will now be held on Friday, October 25th, from 2PM to 6PM at Fiddlin’ Fish Brewing Co., located at 772 N. Trade Street, right before the jam band Goose’s Hurricane Helene Benefit show at LJVM Coliseum. Patrons will experience the creativity of talented artisan vendors and enjoy live music from The Sam Robinson (Marvelous Funkshun, The Lee Boys, and Artimus Pyle Band) Trio that will deliver a captivating performance blending psychedelic rock, classic funk, electric blues, and jam rock. While savoring delicious comfort food and refreshing brews, guests can enter to win raffle prizes while supporting MANNA Food Bank! Plus, Fiddlin’ Fish is generously donating 20% of the day’s proceeds to the remarkable non-profit dedicated to combating hunger in Western North Carolina. It will not only be a great day out, but also supporting a worthy cause that makes a real difference in the state.

Participating Vendors
for Seekers on the Ridge
include:

  • HoneyCreek Pottery

  • Drifter Merch

  • Varvel Arts

  • Bout Half Past Dead

  • Reba’s Dancing Dyes

  • Slow Ready Podcast

  • Grateful Fred

  • Pesca Muerta

  • G. Tallent Designs

  • Cool Attire Co.

  • Arete

  • Jennifer Barrineau Art

  • Blaze on Creations

  • Handmade Mama’s Minis

  • Fennario Thunder Provision Co.

  • Soul Shaking Life Shop

  • Blue Ridge Gems

“Along with live music, we’re presenting a curated market featuring innovative vendors showcasing their creations, including many from Western North Carolina,” said Lorrie Dixson Griggs, one of the event organizers. “Before Goose’s benefit concert, patrons can kick back and enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with dancing, refreshing drinks, and unique shopping. While supporting a fantastic cause, there’s something for everyone to uncover, from hand-crafted pottery and stunning artwork to cool merchandise!”

Join us for the 7th Annual Day of the Dead celebration at Fiddlin’ Fish Brewing Co. the next day on Saturday, October 26th! This vibrant and culturally rich event promises a day filled with music, community, and fun for all ages.

The festivities kick off at noon with Shakedown Street, where you'll find a fantastic variety of local vendors showcasing their varied goods. Families can enjoy a range of engaging kids’ activities designed to entertain and inspire young minds, making this a perfect outing for the whole family.

The Winston Warehouse will be transformed into a lively venue, complete with a stage that will host an incredible lineup of musical talent throughout the day. A food truck will be parked outside, offering a selection of tasty bites to keep everyone fueled and ready to celebrate.

The music starts with General Hyjinx on the stage at 4PM. Known for their energetic performances, this band will set the tone for an unforgettable evening. As the sun sets and the night begins, get ready for Cosmic Charlie, Athens, GA’s high-energy Grateful Dead tribute band. They’ll take the stage at 8PM, bringing the timeless sounds of the Grateful Dead to life and keeping the energy flowing well into the night.

This year’s Day of the Dead celebration is not just about music; yet it’s a gathering of community and culture. Don’t miss out on this incredible day filled with good vibes, great company, and unforgettable experiences!



10th Annual Five Points JerryFest

Presented by the Five Points Association and Loose Lucy’s in Columbia, SC, JerryFest is a free family friendly outdoor concert annually held on Sunday, October 6th. Featuring local and regional acts on two stages, the annual event also showcases artisan craft vendors, food trucks, kids’ crafts, tie dye, and more. This year’s 10th Annual JerryFest runs from 11:30 am-8:00 pm with an official after party at Publico from 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm.

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE:

LIVE THROUGHOUT THE DAY:

PUBLICO AFTER PARTY:

PARTICIPATING VENDORS:

As if you didn’t already know, JerryFest was started to commemorate the life and art of musical legend Jerry Garcia. Garcia was best known as the lead guitarist for the Grateful Dead that inspired legions of followers known as “Deadheads.” The last time the Grateful Dead performed in Columbia was on Halloween 1985 at the Carolina Coliseum. Every year, JerryFest aims to recreate that atmosphere. It is one of Five Points’ signature events for the past 10 years and has grown steadily hosting over 2,000 attendees each year!

Asheville Moontime Market

The Moontime Market will be held on Saturday, July 27th at the Grey Eagle in Asheville! We have curated a varied market of innovative vendors along comfort food, drink specials and heady live music. Plus we’ll have a fundraiser for a local non-profit. Don't miss out!

Vendors:
HoneyCreek Pottery
Drifter Merch
Nothing Too Fancy Designs
Native Elements Art
Handmade Mama's Minis
Reba’s Dancing Dyes
Zinnialou Jewelry
Blue Girl Show Shades
Blaze On Creations
Sweet Treats Asheville
Fern Queen Art
Shamelessly Alive
HollyWood Dyes
Satisfied Labs
Jerika Renee Art
Threaded Soul Sister
Strange Light Glass
Jennifer Barrineau Art
Sharpe Merch & Design
Grateful Seams
Life In Lyrics
Bright Star Designs
Flash Memorabilia
Arrowhead Hemp
Faces in the Rock
G. Tallent Designs

Live Music:
Suns of Stars, a band that blends contemporary and traditional bluegrass with a high energy jam style.

Food:
The Grey Eagle Taqueria

Non-Profit:
The Pearl Psychedelic Institute, that brings psychedelic-assisted therapy into mainstream practice through research, treatment, and training while reducing the barriers to patient access.

Click here for more details.

Moontime Market Welcomes Artisan Vendors to Rock in the New Year in Atlanta

As the countdown to the new year begins, Moontime Market plans to bring unforgettable experience on Saturday, December 30th from 12-4PM at Westside Motor Lounge. This is the ultimate celebration to kick off the new year in style with an epic line up of live music, a varied artisan market at a super cool venue with TVs to watch the bowl games along with a full bar and comfort eats. Moontime Market will also offer a raffle of vendor goods to give back to a non profit to make a meaningful impact. 

“After successful events in Charleston, Huntsville and Savannah, we are excited to bring our curated, artisan market to Atlanta with a mix of talented vendors in different industries,” said co-organizer Lorrie Dixson Griggs. “Our mission is to uplift and turn the spotlight on creatives by offering a platform to showcase their work in a promoted and organized environment.”

Event Highlights:

Live Music: Patrons will be blown away by the electrifying sounds of local band Cosmic Debris. Known for its high-energy performances, improvisation skills, and a generous sprinkle of funk, the rockin’ band will bring an unforgettable musical journey that will have guests dancing all afternoon!

Artisan Market: Guests will indulge in a shopping spree with an amazing artisan market featuring a curated selection of diverse vendors including Drifter Merch, HoneyCreek Pottery, Reba’s Dancing Dyes, The B’alam Shop, Magic & Glory, Blue Girl Show Shades, Om Grown Art, Butterflies & Bombs, Zinnialou Jewelry, The Horti-Culture, Rasta Batik, Covy’s Love Swag, Shamelessly Alive, Cool Attire Co., Happy Mountain Tie Dye, Lucky Lany, Satisfied Labs, Wild Earth Mamá, GinaRenay Designs, Midland Ghost and Tripp’s Prints.

Venue: At just under three acres, Westside Motor Lounge houses a full-service restaurant, two premium bars, a private event space as well as an expansive outdoor courtyard featuring a fully wired stage for bands, beer garden, shuffleboard courts, firepits, tons of seating and vintage Airstream travel bar and food trailer. 

Raffle for a Cause: At this event 100% of the proceeds will be going to Conscious Alliance, an organization dedicated to bringing food and essential goods directly to economically-isolated communities across the country. 

Catch Drifter Merch at these October Events

We are buzzing with excitement for October as we have a jam-packed schedule filled with tons of fabulous vending events alongside awesome music. It's going to be a whirlwind of activity and exciting opportunities to connect with other vendors, showcase our products, and network for custom orders.

Five Points JerryFest, a FREE outdoor Columbia, SC concert, returns on Sunday, October 1st from 11:30 am-8:00 pm. The fun-filled event will have more music and regional acts on two stages this year featuring Jerry Garcia and Grateful Dead music from Stillhouse and The Reckoning along with the addition this year of some other jam-band favorites that includes Phish-inspired Runaway Gin and Widespread Panic cover band Machine Funk. In addition to food vendors and beer trucks, there will be family fun activities along with artisan vendors creating a Shakedown Street atmosphere. Merchants include us, Bravefriend Apparel and Design, Bright Star Designs, Grizzly Belle, Hippy Do-Da Creations, HoneyCreek Pottery, Reba’s Dancing Dyes, Revyved Records, Ruffled Rooster Co. & Mercantile, and Zinnialou Jewelry. Guests will enjoy eats and drinks from Senor Burrito, Zosh, Kombucha Bus, Bang Back Pinball Lounge, Publico Kitchen + Tap, Home Team BBQ and Crowntown.

The 6th Annual Day of the Dead will be held on Saturday, October 7th at the Big Winston Warehouse, presented by Fiddlin’ Fish Brewing Co, Pesca Muerta, Broad Branch Distillery, and Celestial Wellness! Day of the Dead is the party of the fall in Winston-Salem featuring live music from Cosmic Charlie, Athens GA’s high-energy Grateful Dead tribute. This year, Dr. Bacon will be kicking the party off with a little Appalachian funk at 5:00. Get here early and check out the lot scene. We’ll have vendors, a tie-dye station, and good vibes all afternoon!

The Palmetto Park Jam will be held on Sunday, October 15 from 12-4:30 p.m. at Palmetto Islands County Park in Mount Pleasant. Get ready to jam with the ultimate Allman Brothers tribute band, Idlewild Revival. Grab your tickets now, and secure your spot for an afternoon of tunes. Whether you're a die-hard Allman Brothers fan or simply love great music, this tribute will blow you away!

The 10th Annual Tribute to the Band will be held on Sunday, October 22 at the Pawleys Island Tavern. 30-plus musicians will gather to pay homage to the music of The Band. This is a free show that will benefit All4Paws animal rescue in Pawleys Island, SC. Artists from near and far sing and play a song or two with the eight-piece house band. It's a beautiful setting under the oaks and the stars. Come listen to the music of The Band in what has become a community tradition for the musicians and audience, alike.

As Widespread Panic will be back in Savannah for Halloween, Drifter Merch will be set up in the lot with many talented Shakedown vendors. Check us out before and after the shows on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28th at Enmarket Arena.