Rock & Revel Market Brings Art, Oddities To Historic Quarry Ballroom in Thornton

THORNTON, IL — A new artisan market is set for its debut at a classic Thornton venue, organizers said.

On Saturday, July 12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Streetz Artz Alliance is bringing its signature mix of magic, art, and originality to the south suburbs with the debut Rock & Revel Market at the Quarry Ballroom.

This first-time event transforms the entire venue, located at 121 S. Williams Street in Thornton—inside, outside, and even in the hidden downstairs speakeasy—into a vibrant hub for over thirty artists, makers, and creatives. The market is free to attend, all ages are welcome, and there’s truly something for everyone: jewelry, ghostie decor, tarot readings, horror art, vintage goods, oddities, pottery, clothing, and much more.

“This has been in the works for several months,” said event organizer John Streetz, who has curated markets across Chicagoland with the Streetz Artz Alliance. “We’re stoked to bring this level of energy and creativity to the Quarry Ballroom for the first time. Get ready to rock and revel at Thornton’s most unique summer market experience.”

Expect the unexpected—from glow-in-the-dark art to resin tarot trays, crystal jewelry to voodoo dolls, and zombie plushies to gemstone holders. Discover small-batch goods like fresh roasted coffee from Gigawatt Coffee Roasters, boozy gummy bears from Boozy Treats, and savory snacks from Wanna Pickle and Masterclass Foods.

The Quarry Ballroom offers a full kitchen and bar with fan-favorite menu items like pizza, wings, and burgers, alongside cocktails (Malört included), and a rotating selection of local craft beers. Artists will be set up on the outdoor patio, inside the ballroom, and downstairs in the speakeasy—accessible only via exterior stairs.

Featured artists include:

• AntiqueNess Apothecary, making their Streetz Artz Alliance debut with antique vessels and vintage decor that support the Best Buddies Organization.
• Serpent & Flame Candle Company of Alsip, crafting wax melts, lip balm, and incense inspired by books, horror, and social causes.
• Mixtape Your Life, a one-woman brand offering colorful (and often NSFW) laser-cut accessories and enamel pins.
• Cats, Crafts & Cooking, sells unique cat coasters and coasters crafted with upcycled VHS covers and book pages, all crafted by Alissa Harris.
• Custom Leather Art by Decker, known for his hand-painted leather jackets, purses, and apparel—ranging from sassy cats to custom comic villains.

Other New artists to the Streetz Artz Alliance include Adorable Oracle, offering tarot readings in the speakeasy; Windy City Conjure, with metaphysical goods and self-care items; and Playing_is_parenting, bringing hand-painted wood toys, blocks, and miniature furniture.

Additional highlights include ceramic works from Mud & Fiber and Scottie Pottery, hand-poured perfume from WhistleNotes, custom folklore illustrations from Art of Alex Kujawa, and unique resin offerings from Wicked Art LLC and Nethercrafts.

Venue Notes:
The speakeasy is accessible only via stairs located outside. Parking is available across the street and in the nearby residential area. The event is rain or shine.

Vendors include:

• A Little Bit Board
• Adorable Oracle
• AntiqueNess Apothecary
• Art of Alex Kujawa
• Avijo Design
• Boozy Treats
• Cats, Crafts & Cooking
• Crafty Creations
• Dye the Day Away
• FrankenWerks Studios
• Geekbit Creations
• Ghost Owl Studio
• Gigawatt Coffee Roasters
• It's A Crafty Life By Trinity
• Jonathan Grimm Art
• Kulay Illustrations
• Leather Art by Decker
• Luna's Loops
• Masterclass Savory Sweet Foods Bee Mo
• Mixtape Your Life, LLC
• Moonlight BEEN
• Mud & Fiber Nicole Tiscia
• nethercrafts
• Penguino Productions
• Playing_is_parenting
• Primtentions
• ScarabSanctuary Kimberly Darovec
• Scottie Pottery
• Serpent & Flame Candle Company
• Storybooks & Gardens
• Wanna Pickle Gourmet Foods LLC 2025
• WhistleNotes Perfumery
• Wicked Art LLC
• Windy City Conjure
• Wolf Den Gaming

Several of the artists at this event are not only showcasing their work, but also giving back to meaningful causes. From animal rescues to LGBTQ+ support organizations, your purchases may help more than just a small business. Here's a look at some of the charities being supported:

A Little Bit Board Co supports Starfish Animal Rescue and Almost Home Foundation, both dedicated to animal welfare.

AntiqueNess Apothecary donates to Best Buddies International, an organization that fosters inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Avijo Designs supports Point of Pride, which provides free chest binders and gender-affirming support to trans youth and adults in need.

Dye The Day Away donates proceeds from select items to The Trevor Project, which offers crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth.

Geekbit Creations contributes to Child’s Play Charity, which provides gaming consoles and therapeutic play for children in hospitals.

Jonathan Grimm Art supports the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund (CBLDF), which protects the First Amendment rights of comic book creators and readers.

Luna’s Loops donates a portion of proceeds from Pride-themed items to various LGBTQ+ organizations. (Charities vary and may include national or local LGBTQ+ causes.)

Masterclass Savory Sweet Foods supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, known for its work in treating and defeating childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

Penguino Productions donates to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, working to cure MS and empower those affected.

Playing\_is\_parenting donates to several organizations including the ACLU, PAWS Chicago, and WBEZ, Chicago’s NPR news station.

ScarabSanctuary supports a wide range of causes including NPR, Planned Parenthood, Sandy Hook Promise, and PAWS.

Wanna Pickle Gourmet Foods donates to their in-house initiative Wanna Help, dedicated to supporting various local missions and community needs.

For more information, check out the market's Facebook event page.