Cozy Panda’s Fall Kickoff Market: Sweaters, Snacks & Shopping
40+ vendors, tunes, and plenty of pumpkin-spice vibes.
Shannon
September 22, 2025
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If your idea of “fall” includes sweaters, snacks, and supporting local makers, Cozy Panda Event Co.’s Fall Kickoff Vendor Market (September 27, 11–5) is calling your name. Think 40+ vendors, lawn games, pottery painting, live music, and plenty of food trucks to make sure no one shops on an empty stomach. 🍂 Curious about the lineup? See who’s popping up here.
Not sponsored—just a market we’d happily ‘shop local’ at all day. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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