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Martinez Peddlers Faire

One of the largest outdoor antique shows in northern California. Held on the streets of historic downtown Martinez on Sat., May 19th and Sat., Aug. 4th, from 8am-4pm. Get here early to get the first pick of that special item to add to your collection.

You will find plenty to choose from as dealers will be showing a huge variety of antiques and collectibles including glassware, porcelain, pottery, furniture, old advertising, toys, native American wares, paper items and much more.

While at the Faire, be sure to visit the 13 stores downtown Martinez Antique and Collectible stores. The 50 plus dealers in the stores will be bringing in new inventory for the Faire in preparation for the thousands of visitors on Faire day. In addition to the antiques and collectibles, there are over 50 arts and crafts vendors so there will be something for everyone at the show.

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John Humphries, radio and TV collectibles talk show host, and the author of several books on collectibles, will again be on hand during the day to give evaluations of up to three carry-in items for a $5 donation to the Martinez Historic Society. John will be located at the information booth on the corner of Main and Ferry Streets from 8am-4pm. John is always a popular feature at the Faire so be sure to get in line early and get a number. Bring in that old piece of pottery, glass, toy or other collectible but remember, no furniture, carry-in items only please.

Directions to the event:
From I 680 - Take the Marina Vista Ave exit, West on Marina Vista. Arrive downtown in approx 2 miles.
From Hwy 4 - Take the Alhambra Ave. exit. Go North 2 miles to downtown.
Parking and admission are free.
See you at the Faire!

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