Market of Curiosities

12/20/2024

A message from Punk Rock Santa all the way from the North Point of Miss Ruth’s Time Bomb’s basement!

“This community of ours is absolutely amazing. You all showed that together we are stronger and helped raise $1,240.27 for 👏 Michelle (Gifts Officer for UPMC CentralPA) and I cannot express our gratitude more for the love and support you have all shown. Thank you, each and every one, for your generosity and support. Zac and I both toast you! 🥺🥺❤️❤️

12/11/2024

While looking for the link to share to push for donations one more time for the UPMC Foundation, I came across this YouTube video of Chris Prince, the Punk Rock Santa, discussing his inspiration and journey into kidney donation. Please take a few minutes to watch this and grab your tissues and credit card because you're going to want to donate ❤️

Our community is so lucky to have Chris and his wife Elenaas members. They're both teachers, dog rescuers, and charitable human beings. Maybe we could get Elena to wear that Mrs. Punk Rock Santa outfit next year and share the joy of moshing through the holidays!

https://www.upmcpinnaclefoundation.org/rock-out-raise-up

12/09/2024

Did you attend the 2024 Market of Curiosities? We'd love to hear from you. If you'd do us a favor and fill our our Attendee Survay it would truly help us make the market even better in 2025!

Now that you're curious sign up for our newsletter. We'll be sure to keep you posted about all things odd and unusual! Find out when and where our upcoming markets are, what you'll find there, how to apply to be apart of the show, and links to some of the most interesting content out there! 

12/08/2024

The 2024 Market of Curiosities is a wrap and we find ourselves once again overwhelmed with gratefulness. To our funny, fierce, and fabulous volunteers, thank you for being the heart of the MOC! There would be no market without you. We’re forever indebted to the vendors who pour themselves into their craft and bring their brilliance to share at the MOC. We’re still in awe of the talent and joy that the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus brought the day.
However, most importantly, we want to thank the attendees who have made the Market of Curiosities one of their holiday traditions. We’re forever indebted to you and beyond humbled to have you as a part of our MOC family.

Mark your calendars on December 6th, 2025 for the 10th annual Market of Curiosities and always stay curious!

12/07/2024

is ready to show you why they're the 2022 and 2023 Most Curious Booth winner. Get yourself a pic that you can post that is guaranteed to bring you tons of engagement or the perfect pic of you and your friends to frame for your wall. Whatever your goal, SheSoPhoto will catch your most unique and playful spirit at the Market of Curiosities taking place at the Carlisle Expo Center tomorrow from 11:00 - 6:00 6🎩🍺📷🎪

12/07/2024

It's happening! Tomorrow is the day we’ve been waiting for!!

Get ready to be blown away by Miss Ruth’s Time Bomb’s Market of Curiosities! Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds at the 9th annual Market of Curiosities. Experience a three-ring circus of eccentric holiday shopping, savor the taste of local spirits and food, and witness the legendary Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. This odd market for everyone is not to be missed! Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 7th, and get ready to be amazed!

Tickets are available at the door (Cash Only)

Adults - $5.00
Students - $3.00
Seniors - $3.00
Kids Under 12 - Free

Bindlestiff Family Cirkus will be traveling from New York to perform for the Market of Curiosities at 1:00 and 3:00.

12/06/2024

We’re giving free tote bags featuring our 2024 design to the first 100 people through the doors. This year’s design was done by the phenomenal Aron Rook. We’re always grateful for her talented, circus-inspired imagination of our beloved dog Charlie. So get up early, grab your crew, and line up this Saturday, December 7th for the Market of Curiosities! It’s going to be a spectacular show! Doors open at 11:00🎪

12/03/2024

Punk Rock Santa is on his way to the Carlisle Expo Center! Come see him at the Market of Curiosities this Saturday from 11-6🎪🍺🎅🏽

12/02/2024

We’re on pins and needles, anticipating what magic will bring to the Market of Curiosities! Shesophoto is the 2022 and 2023 Most Curious Booth winner. Will 2024 make them a dynasty? Come out this Saturday to the Carlisle Expo Center and find out🎪🎩🍺📷❤️🎪🎩

11/25/2024

11/17/2024

Meet Bindlestiff Family Cirkus stars who will be performing at the Market of Curiosities! Christina, Dia, and Rob will have you in stitches and awe-inspired. Bring your family and friends to the MOC and take in the soul-restorative properties of the art of circus❤️🎪🎩

The Market of Curiosities is an odd market for everyone! Join us on December 7th at the Carlisle Expo Center from 11 to 6.

Unique shopping, delicious food, booze, and the circus await you!!

Tickets are available at the door (Cash Only)

Adults - $5.00
Students - $3.00
Seniors - $3.00
Kids Under 12 - Free

Bindlestiff Family Cirkus will be performing at 1:00 and 3:00.

11/15/2024

always nails the Market of Curiosities T-shirt and tote bag design. Thank you, Aron, for bringing your talents to the MOC!

11/12/2024

I’ve thought about getting a billboard to advertise the market for years, and after vending at two under-attended events in a row, I vowed not to let my vendors down! So keep an eye out for the Market of Curiosities billboard in Camp Hill, on 581, eastbound, about a mile before I83.

Let our billboard remind you to get ready to be blown away by Miss Ruth’s Time Bomb’s Market of Curiosities! Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds at the 9th annual Market of Curiosities. Experience a three-ring circus of eccentric holiday shopping, savor the taste of local spirits and food, and witness the legendary Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. This odd market for everyone is not to be missed! Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 7th, and get ready to be amazed!

Tickets are available at the door (Cash Only)

Adults - $5.00
Students - $3.00
Seniors - $3.00
Kids Under 12 - Free

Bindlestiff Family Cirkus will be traveling from New York to perform for the Market of Curiosities at 1:00 and 3:00.

11/10/2024

Put December 7th on your calendar if you want a holiday shopping experience that makes you take a closer look!

This odd market for everyone is not to be missed! Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 7th, and get ready to be amazed!

11/04/2024

Miss Ruth’s Time Bomb is thrilled to host the 9th Market of Curiosities! Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds. Experience a three-ring circus of eccentric holiday shopping, savor the taste of local spirits and food, and witness the legendary Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. This odd market for everyone is not to be missed! Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 7th, and get ready to be amazed!

For more information visit our website at www.marketofcuriosities.com.

10/27/2024

What will you be looking for? Check out our list of curious vendors on the MOC website, linked in our bio. We think you'll be delighted!

This odd market for everyone is not to be missed! Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 7th, and get ready to be amazed!

10/27/2024

Check out our 2024 Market of Curiosities vendors. They're going to blow your mind!!! 🎩🎪🍺