CHARLOTTE, NC (April 30, 2026) – Shop Local Queen City (QC) is bringing its beloved small business market to Camp North End this summer, launching a new monthly pop-up series at the mixed-use destination on Sunday, June 7.
Founded by Katie Greder in 2021, Shop Local QC was created as a way to connect Charlotte-area shoppers with independent entrepreneurs through community-driven retail experiences. Since then, the brand has hosted markets at some of the most popular destinations across the Charlotte region, including The Bowl at Ballantyne, Birkdale Village, and SouthPark, with Camp North End marking its latest operational expansion.
“Camp North End has such a strong community of small businesses, creatives, and people who genuinely love showing up to support locals,” said Greder. “On the flip side, our shoppers love being able to make a day of it – exploring the market, grabbing lunch, and spending time somewhere with energy. Camp already has that built in, and I have a lot of personal connections to the property, so this felt like a natural next step for us.”
Held on the first Sunday of each month from June through October, the market will feature a rotating mix of local makers, artisans, and boutiques offering jewelry, art, gifts, home goods, apparel, specialty foods, and more. Each market will feature a rotating vendor lineup, with some returning favorites, allowing guests to discover something new each month. The series will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Ford Green and is free to attend, though merchant costs will vary. To celebrate the market’s launch, the first 100 guests will receive a complimentary Shop Local QC tote bag.
Shop Local QC is now accepting vendor applications for the Camp North End market, which can be completed at shoplocalqc.com/market-application. Additional vendor details and special launch programming will be announced closer to the June 7 debut.
To learn more about Shop Local QC, follow Instagram and Facebook, or visit shoplocalqc.com. To keep up with happenings at Camp North End, follow Instagram and Facebook, or visit camp.nc.
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About Camp North End
Camp North End is a 76-acre adaptive reuse development located in Charlotte's North End. Originally constructed in 1924 as a Ford Model T plant and later repurposed as the Charlotte Area Missile Plant (CAMP), the property is being transformed into a vibrant mixed-use destination featuring office, retail, food and beverage, event venues, and public gathering spaces. Camp North End has already redeveloped over 500,000 square feet of space and is recognized as a catalyst for economic growth and cultural vitality in Charlotte. For more information, visit camp.nc or follow @campnorthend on Instagram and Facebook.
