Nothing says summer like hot dogs, extra pickles and cut-cheese jokes. And, of course, a kick-ass sample sale. That’s where Opening Ceremony comes in. The spunky little retailer-that-could is offering deep discounts on its stock of (in alpha order): ACNE, Alexander Wang, Band of Outsiders, Cacharel, Jeremy Scott, Patrik Ervell, Proenza Schouler, Rachel Comey, Tsumori Chisato, United Bamboo, Vena Cava and more, as well as its own in-house label. We’re talking 60-90% off. Smells like a winner! Now that’s something to carve into a picnic table…

when: Friday, June 10 (11-8 pm), Saturday, June 11 (11-8 pm), Sunday, June 12 (12-7 pm)
where: Opening Ceremony, 148 Lafayette St. (between Howard St. & Grand St.)
details: Cash and credits cards (with a purchase of $100 or more)