Fall Clothing Swap
Date: October 10–12, 2025
Location: Chicago Fair Trade Museum, 4704 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60640
Revamp your fall wardrobe sustainably during Chicago Fashion Week at the Fall Clothing Swap, hosted by Chicago Fair Trade’s Conscious Closet Club! This weekend-long event invites fashion lovers of all ages, sizes, and genders to refresh their closets and make eco-conscious choices by swapping gently-used clothing and accessories. It's a fun and affordable way to shop sustainably while giving new life to preloved items.
How it Works:
- Bring items from your own closet—clothes, shoes, or accessories you no longer wear—and swap them for new-to-you treasures.
- Take home up to 10 swap items with each ticket, and help reduce clothing waste while upgrading your style!
Ticket Options:
Exclusive Preview Night – Friday, October 10, 6:00-9:00 PM
Get first dibs on the best items for $39/$29 for CFT members
Enjoy adult beverages, appetizers, and styling tips from professional thrift stylists
Win fair trade prizes and mingle with like-minded conscious consumers
General Admission – Saturday, October 11 (10:00 AM–7:00 PM) & Sunday, October 12 (11:00 AM–5:00 PM)
- $10 for non-members (free for CFT members)
- Your ticket includes a 3-hour time slot to swap items and access new clothing brought in throughout the weekend
Bonus: Can't make it during your time slot? Don’t worry—more items are donated throughout the weekend, so there’s always something new to discover.
Bring your own bag to carry away your finds and consider donating your items to help keep the swap going!
Clothing Donations: You can drop off items before the event at the Chicago Fair Trade Museum (Wednesdays-Saturdays, 12:00-5:00 PM) or bring them along on the day of the event.