Whether you’re looking for priceless antiquities or you just want to stock up on some inexpensive items for yourself or the house, the several flea markets scattered around Connecticut will have just what you need. Flea markets are a great place to find unique goods, such as a lovely vase for your side table or a unique teapot to serve your guests with. Vendors come from all over the East Coast to sell or trade their items at Connecticut's famous markets. The one-of-a-kind finds aren’t the only thing there; clothing, jewelry, fresh fruits and vegetables, and baked goods can be enjoyed by all who attend.
College Mart Flea Market
College Mart Flea Market is one of the largest indoor/ outdoor markets of its kind in all of Connecticut. There are two floors with over 150 vendors and 900 tables for people to browse through. The collection of new and used items offered include many everyday objects that could save you lots of money; there row after row of tools, toys, games, movies, clothing, cosmetics, and accessories, and you will even find food vendors. Collectors can scan the market for antiques, coins, stamps, and other collectibles that are often hard to come by.
2 Wedgewood Dr, Jewett City, CT 06351, Phone: 860-376-3935
Elephant's Trunk Flea Market
The Elephant's Trunk Flea Market in New Milford invites you to experience a New England tradition unlike any other. The market has been active since 1976 and has attracted throngs of antique collectors, treasure hunters, upcyclers, deal seekers, and foodies. Vendors come from all over the East Coast to set up stalls filled with a unique mix of items; in fact, buyers start arriving as early as 4:45 a.m. so that they can be the first ones to view the treasures and their bargain prices before anyone else sees them. There is an admission fee.
490 Danbury Rd, New Milford, CT 06776, Phone: 860-355-1448
The Boulevard Flea Market
The Boulevard Flea Market in New Haven is the place to go if you’re looking for reasonably priced everyday items, rare finds that you haven’t seen elsewhere, and great bargains on items you know and want. Whether you’re looking to grow your book collection with a stack of inexpensive books or are on the lookout for a rare piece of furniture to add to your home, one of the best places to search through is the New Haven Flea Market. No two days are alike since the vendor inventory is constantly changing, so every time you visit the market it’s a brand-new experience. Additionally, you will find fresh fruits and vegetables as well as many food trucks with delicious offerings throughout the day.
500 Ella T Grasso Blvd, New Haven, CT 06519, Phone: 203-772-1447
Redwood Country Flea Market
Redwood Country Flea Market is one of New England’s oldest flea markets, going back to over 40 years. Admission to the market is free all day, every day, as is parking. Visitors can browse aisle after aisle filled with new and used household items, tools, crafts, clothes, books, DVDs, games, jewelry, coins, collectibles, and antiques. You can also leave each visit with bags of groceries, fresh fruits and vegetables, and baked concoctions that alone are worth the drive there.
170 S Turnpike Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492, Phone: 203-269-3500
Wright’s Barn & Flea Market
Wright’s Barn & Flea Market is a 10,000-square-foot multi-vendor antiques and collectables market. The historical space was once a dairy barn, and then a teenage dance club, before it was converted into a flea market in 1980. There are 40 spaces dedicated to vendors, some of whom have been with Wright’s Flea Market for over 20 years and some of whom come to sell every so often. There are always new items such as tools, furniture, jewelry, books, and delicate china. Buyers will also see Victorian-style artwork and various antiquities and collectibles while there.
99 Wright Rd, Torrington, CT 06790, Phone: 860-482-0095
New Brunswick Flea Market
There are great deals to be searched for and found at the New Brunswick Flea Market. It is the newest and the most massive indoor flea market in the history of Litchfield County and welcomes visitors to peruse the stalls of its many vendors. The flea market is housed within a beautifully maintained manufacturing building that is 55,000 square feet in size and has vendors from all over New England gracing its halls. Find priceless pieces through treasure hunters, bargain with antique dealers, discover new crafters, or pick up a great piece of jewelry while at the New Brunswick Flea Market. At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter how many times you come back. There’s always a great new find to be found here.
601 Migeon Avenue, Torrington, Connecticut 06790