Preparation

The Round Top Packing List

Everything you need. Nothing you don't. From the essentials to the pro moves.

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Essential Smart Nice to Have

Clothing & Shoes

Comfortable broken-in walking shoesEssential
Layers (morning jacket, midday t-shirt)Essential
Hat — straw (spring) or felt (fall)Essential
SunglassesEssential
Rain jacket or poncho (check forecast)Smart
Extra socks (dust gets everywhere)Smart
Comfortable dinner outfitNice to Have

Bags & Carrying

Crossbody bag or small backpackEssential
Large tote bag for purchasesEssential
Collapsible wagon or cart (for large finds)Smart
Reusable shopping bagsNice to Have

Sun & Weather Protection

Sunscreen SPF 30+Essential
Reusable water bottleEssential
Lip balm with SPFSmart
Small umbrella (compact)Smart
Cooling towel (spring shows)Nice to Have

Shopping Tools

Tape measureEssential
Photos of your rooms on your phoneEssential
Room measurements written downEssential
Cash — at least $200Essential
Phone charger / portable batteryEssential
Bubble wrap or towels for fragile findsSmart
Paint swatches or fabric samplesSmart
Blue painter's tape + Sharpie (for tagging holds)Nice to Have

Comfort & Health

Snacks (lines can be long)Essential
Hand sanitizerEssential
Band-aids (just in case)Smart
Ibuprofen (for tired feet)Smart
Insect repellent (outdoor venues)Smart
Tissues / wet wipesSmart

Tech

Phone + chargerEssential
Field Map on your phone (roundtopfinder.com/map) or the RTF appEssential
Portable battery packEssential
Camera (if not using phone)Nice to Have

Car Prep

Blankets or moving pads for trunkSmart
Bungee cords or rope (for large items)Smart
Cooler with water and drinksSmart
GPS set to Round Top, TX (cell service is spotty)Essential

Pro Tips

Pack your car the night before

You want to leave early. Having the car loaded means you just grab coffee and go.

Wear your outfit, don't pack it

Your show outfit should be on when you walk out the door. You won't want to change once you arrive.

Bring a separate bag for fragile finds

A soft tote with bubble wrap or towels keeps glass, ceramics, and frames safe on the drive home.

Open the Field Map before you go

Cell service is spotty in Round Top. Load the Field Map (roundtopfinder.com/map, no app needed) while you have a signal, and save where you parked. Prefer an app? The iOS & Android app caches vendor and venue data.

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