April 27, 2026

Set amid the rolling hills and historic barns of Litchfield County, The Ticking Tent Spring Market returns Saturday, May 2, bringing its signature brocante spirit to Spring Hill Vineyards in New Preston. Now in its fifth edition, the one-day event— founded by communications strategist Christina Juarez and ELLE DECOR market director and author Benjamin Reynaert — has quickly become a magnet for collectors, designers, and tastemakers drawn to the thrill of the hunt.

More than 60 carefully selected vendors will gather across the vineyard’s open hayfields and 18th-century architecture, offering a tightly edited mix of antiques, tabletop, fashion, decor, and collectible design. Alongside beloved dealers and emerging makers, guests will discover immersive brand moments including the Benjamin Moore “Espresso Edit” coffee truck, a Stark Blooms bouquet bar, the Casa Branca Lounge an Spritz Bar, and the debut of The Ticking Tent Times newsstand.

The event unfolds over carefully curated programming, from a Friday evening press and designer preview benefitting Pride in the Hills to a Saturday early-bird shopping hour, followed by timed general admission throughout the day. Guests can also catch Reynaert signing copies of his debut book, The Layered Home.

With ELLE DECOR as national media partner and a host of regional sponsors including Litchfield Magazine, The Ticking Tent continues its mission: championing craft, thoughtful collecting, and the enduring joy of discovery. —thetickingtent.com