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If you want to shop and give unique and uniquely Charlotte gifts this year, then the POPTOPIA HOLIDAYS pop-up shop Uptown is a must do. With over 16 local vendors and artisans all in one festive spot this week, you can check several folks off your list, support local AND gift something hand-crafted and unique.
What: Poptopia Holiday Pop Up Shop
When: Wednesday, 11/29 – 11am to 8pm (special GNO event 5pm – 8 pm)
Thursday, 11/30 – 11am to 9pm
Friday, 12/1 – – 11am to 8pm
Saturday, 12/2 – 9am to 8pm
Where: The Foundation for the Carolinas, 220 N. Tryon Street
What: Handmade jewelry, handbags, local t-shirts, chocolates, cheese and more – truly something for everyone on your list with a local Charlotte twist. For full vendor list, scroll down.
This year, Poptopia kicks off with a Girls Night Out on Wednesday, November 29th from 6pm to 8pm with a special HOLIDAY STYLE EVENT presented by two Charlotte bloggers, Kathryn Pearce Menzies of Southern Tailored and Lindsey Shirley Doyle of Lindsey in the Queen City with tips on entertaining guests and holiday style and spirit. Bites and beverages provided by Cantina 1511 Uptown.
You can shop Poptopia daily through Saturday, December 2nd and there are plenty of surprises in store during the event, including pop ups of food, drink and live music. The Foundation of the Carolinas will be transformed into a winter wonderland of local and handmade goods.
Take a look at a few of the vendors joining in this year and scroll through to see the entire line up.
All the jewelry you want from Created Beautifully, Kendra Scott, Juelerye and Emily Claire
Boldfoot Socks are based in Charlotte and sewn in North Carolina and 10% of all sales are donated to a Veteran’s fund
Handmade jewelry from Created Beautifully is always a favorite space at Poptopia
Pearl & Mint Boutique features on trend clothing and jewelry
Goodwill Industries is bringing back its super popular GW boutique, you won’t believe the finds and the prices
Potts Chocolate carries gorgeous chocolates and truffles that are perfect for everyone on your list
The 704 Shop is bringing all your Charlotte faves to Poptopia
7th Street favorite CLT Find offers over 30 local makers in their space
The GW boutique is back for Poptopia, chic and on-trend clothes, jewelry, accessories and gifts, all at amazing prices.
Handcrafted jewelry from South End designer Emily Claire jewelry
Orman’s Cheese, Potts Chocolates, baby gifts from CLT Find and Point of Hues photography
Charlotte candles from Point of Hues
Kendra Scott is donating 20% of sales to the Hospitality House of Charlotte during the Girls Night Out event
Assorted Table Wine Company brings the bubbles and sips to enhance your shopping experience
Here is the full list of vendors that will be featured at Poptopia, click for a preview of their products and make your lists.
704 Shop
Potts Chocolate
Pearl + Mint
Created Beautifully
Cody Hughes Photography
Michael Lopez Designs
L’Echarpe
Juelerye
Hybrid Handbags
Orrman’s Cheese Shop
Bold Foot Socks
GW
CLT Find
Emily Claire Designs
Zia Pia Imports
Kendra Scott Jewelry
Just remember our most important scoop-shopping tip, guaranteed to make every holiday shop the best:
One for them, one for me.
Easy to remember, works every time 🙂
Shop November 29th through December 1st from 11am to 8pm and December 2nd from 9am to 8pm.
220 N Tryon Street
Charlotte NC 28202
