Tents were set up behind the Duchess Outlet, 75 William St., Pittston, for the 1st Annual Antiques Fair in 2024. The 2nd Annual Antique Fair will take place on Sat., Oct. 4.
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Sisters Caleigh Ross, 9, back, and Kensli, 7, stop at antique dealer Joe McLean’s booth during the 2024 Antique Fair. The 2nd Annual Fair will be held on Saturday, Oct. 4. Julio and Paul Caprari Jr. and Joe McLean are the founders of the antique fair.
Tony Callaio | For Sunday Dispatch
The 2nd Annual Antique Fair will be held behind The Duchess Outlet building, 75 William St., on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date: Sunday, Oct. 5.
Tony Callaio | For Sunday Dispatch
PITTSTON — The 2nd Annual Pittston Antique Fair is right around the corner, taking place on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Foundry Grounds, 75 William St., behind the Duchess Outlet.
The rain date will be Sunday, Oct. 5 and admission is free to the public.
The inaugural antique fair was such an overwhelming success for organizers Julio Caprari, Paul Caprari Jr., and Joe McLean, the trio decided to hold the second annual event.
“We were blown away by last year’s turnout,” Julio Caprari, co-organizer of the event, said. “This year, we’re adding even more variety, music, and family fun to make it a full-day experience for visitors from Pittston, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, and beyond.”
The indoor/outdoor marketplace will feature over 75-vendors offering unique antiques,
collectibles, and vintage treasures. Historical demonstrations, including an Anthracite Coal mining demo will take place during the day.
In addition, a Civil War Army Hospital will be on display featuring battlefield tools, medicines, and procedures.
There will be live entertainment including a barbershop quartet and activities for children including face painting.
“Over 2,000 people enjoyed our first Pittston Antique Fair and we are expecting double that number this year,” Paul Caprari Jr., co-organizer, said. “There are still a few vendor spots available for those that might be interested in this year’s event.”
Pittston Popcorn will be on the grounds and Bartolai Winery will offer wine taste testing.
Food trucks Notis the Gyro King, Ice Screamers, Sammy’s Caribbean Grille, and Cibos Pizza, will also be on site.
For information on vendor applications, contact 570-654-3851.
For further information, visit Duchess Outlet Facebook page at www.facebook.com/duchessoutlet or email Julio Caprari at juliocaprari@gmail.com.
“Foundry St. will be closed to traffic for the food trucks with some high-top tables set up for dining,” Julio Caprari added.
