# Event Details - **Event Name**: Fall Clothing Swap 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Back by popular demand! Join us at this inclusive swap in a fabulous setting: the Chicago Fair Trade Museum.About this EventJoin Chicago Fair Trade’s Conscious Closet Club for a weekend-long clothing swap at the Chicago Fair Trade Museum- the first and only fair trade museum in the world. Taking place during Chicago Fashion Week, we welcome swappers of all ages, sizes, and genders to this ever-popular event.What is a Clothing Swap? Have you ever had a piece of clothing lingering at the back of your closet that is perfectly good, but you never wear? So do most of us -- in fact, there's already enough clothing on the planet to clothe the next six generations.At a Clothing Swap, participants can select up to 10 items. If you have clothing you would like to donate, you can bring it along or drop it off at a drop-off location in advance (scroll down for drop-off information). It's the perfect way to keep clothing waste out of the landfill and upgrade your closet with new-to-you treasures you will actually wear! If you don't have anything to donate, no worries -- there are always loads.We have two ticket options: get first dibs at our Exclusive Cocktail Party Preview Night ($39) or thrift for less with our General Admission ticket ($10). Space is limited, so tickets will be good for a 3-hour time slot.EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW NIGHT: Friday, October 16 from 6-9 PMGet first dibs! Opening-night tickets are $39 ($29 for CFT members) and include:Take home up to 10 swap items; get first dibs!Free readmission to one slot on Saturday or SundayCocktails and heavy appetizersGet styling tips and shopping helpMingle with your fellow conscious consumers!GENERAL ADMISSION: Saturday, October 17 & October 18, from 11 AM -54PMAdmission these days is $10 (free for CFT members). Your ticket includes:Take home up to 10 swap itemsGet styling tips and shopping helpPlease bring your own bag to carry away your clothes!Clothing DonationsAcceptable items: Clean clothing in good condition for all ages, sizes, and genders. A little wear and tear is fine, but please don’t bring anything that’s already reached the end of its useful life or something that no one else is going to want. We will accept all types of clothing, jewelry, and accessories.You can bring donations with you to the event, or drop them off in advance at participating locations starting on October 1, 2026. Drop-off points so far include:The Chicago Fair Trade Museum, 4704 N Broadway Street, Chicago. Drop-off hours: Wednesdays-Saturdays, 12-5 pm.Mata Traders, 5112 N Ravenswood, Chicago. Drop-off hours: Tuesday-Friday 12-4 pmThe Unwaste Shop, 1108 W Madison St, Chicago. Drop-off hours: Tuesday-Friday 11 am-6 pm, Saturday & Sunday 11 am- 5 pm.Creative Chicago Reuse Exchange at Envision Unlimited Frick Center, 2124 W 82nd Pl, Chicago, IL 60620. Drop-off hours: Wednesday and Thursday 10 am- 5 pm, Saturday 10 am-4 pm.Gather, 1509 Chicago Ave, Evanston. Drop-off hours: Mondays through Fridays 11 am to 6 pm; Saturdays 10 am -6 pm, Sundays 12 - 4 pm.Scroll down to see photos from epic swaps in past years! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/8dc3a950-93b5-11f1-b9f1-838473689728-rimg-w555-h740-dc282828-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/8dd6bc20-93b5-11f1-b9f1-838473689728-rimg-w555-h740-dc988878-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/8f2b0180-93b5-11f1-b9f1-838473689728-rimg-w987-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/8f3fe910-93b5-11f1-b9f1-838473689728-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/8f54d0a0-93b5-11f1-b9f1-838473689728-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/fall-clothing-swap-2026/100001022042415377 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Nonprofit, Fashion - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 22 hours - Location: Chicago Fair Trade Museum & Store - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.51, max: 55.2, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Chicago Fair Trade Museum & Store - **lat**: 41.9673695 - **long**: -87.6590136 - **full address**: Chicago Fair Trade Museum & Store, 4704 North Broadway, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Fall Clothing Swap 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/652e623bd1f544b94186d92d934cf98afea369fdc20db17fc255bf5f0aea8168-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf0ebd7-gmir.jpg?v=1784942289 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Fall Clothing Swap 2026 being held? - **A:** Fall Clothing Swap 2026 takes place on Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Chicago Fair Trade Museum & Store, 4704 North Broadway, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Fall Clothing Swap 2026? - **A:** Fall Clothing Swap 2026 is organized by Chicago Fair Trade. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Fall Clothing Swap 2026 is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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