We visit the Marche aux Puces in Paris, but not many in the Vancouver, area.
Many people ask us if we ever do the flea markets in Vancouver to source any of our furniture. The answer is no. Not because we don’t like flea markets or think we wouldn’t find anything, but it’s always been our focus to import our products from France and other parts of Europe. We love the uniqueness and the quality that European antiques are famous for. And our clients seem to love them too!
The likelihood of finding a 19th Century Italian farm table like this at a Vancouver Flea market is remote.
Flea markets are usually independent people or dealers that deal mainly with ‘smalls’ as we in the trade call them. That means china, glassware, and other collectibles. The odd dealer will haul a big piece of furniture but it’s difficult and for a ‘day’ it’s hardly worth the effort.
However, if you like flea markets they can be a fun way to spend the afternoon perusing through the myriad of tables and displays. You’ll never know what you’ll come across.
I’ve put together a list of local flea and farmer’s markets in the Vancouver area. The list was gleaned from the bcfleamarkets.com website. Some I’ve attended and some I’ve not. I love farmer’s markets particularly! There is a very good one out in the Ladner area that takes place in the summer on alternating weekends. Great produce and interesting vendors.
21st Century Flea Market – The flea markets and Retro/Antiques Fairs are all held at the Croatian Cultural Centre and the two Kerrisdale Antiques Fairs are at the Kerrisdale Arena in Vancouver.
General Admission $5 at Door 10am-3pm, Special Early-Bird Admission $20 at Door 7am-10am Children Under 13 Free with Adult Free Parking Snack Bar ATM. Phone (604) 980 3159 for more information or visit their web site at http://www.21cpromotions.com/index.html. “We are a European-style collectors market, specializing in collectibles, antiques, retro, vintage and the like, rather than new or craft-type merchandise” says Renee Lafontaine of 21st Century Promotions.
The 21st Century Flea Market by 21st. C. Productions takes place at both the Croation Center and the Kerrisdale Arena.
2015 Dates:
Sunday, January 18, 2015 – 21st Century Flea Market
Sunday, February 22, 2015 – Retro Design & Antiques Fair
Sunday, March 22, 2015 – 21st Century Flea Market
Sat & Sun – April 18 & 19, 2015 – Kerrisdale Antiques Fair
Sunday, May 24, 2015 – 21st Century Flea Market
Sunday, June 28, 2015 – Retro Design & Antiques Fair
Sunday, July 26, 2015 – 21st Century Flea Market
Sat & Sun – Sep 5 & 6, 2015 – 21st Century Flea Market
Sunday, October 18, 2015 – Retro Design & Antiques Fair
Sunday, November 15, 2015 – 21st Century Flea Market
Sunday, December 6, 2015 – Retro Design & Antiques Fair
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Gates open every Sunday 7:am to 3:00 pm. Table cost: $15.00 inside the hall and on the patio. Parking lot space $20.00 each. Tables are available for rent at $5.00 each. Admission: $1.00, children under 10 years are free.
Reservation required for inside and outside space. To reserve call Gary Johal @ 604-580-8444 office.
Aldergrove Flea Market – This is a new outdoor only market for 2013. It is at the corner of 264th Street and the Fraser Highway in Aldergrove, B.C. It is outside on blacktop. You can find most anything there. There is a very large tool vendor there and others who handle most everything else. It current runs Saturday and Sunday from 8:00am to approx. 3:00pm depending on customers. No one will likely be there on rainy days. but it’s a lot of fun. There are restaurants nearby. You can take in the large Cloverdale flea market on the way there or back. Spots to sell are $10 per parking stall. You must supply your own tables. Best times are sunny or non rainy days from April 01-Sept 30. There will be some vendors there earlier and later that this if the weather is good.See you there.
The Aldergrove flea market is a fun way to spend a warm sunny summer afternoon.
Chinatown Public Market Weekend evenings (Friday to Sunday from 6:30 to 11:30) Keefer and Pender Streets become an open-air public market.
Cloverdale Flea Market – Update April 24 – New at this point is the return of our nurseries. For the next several Sundays, we will be filled with plant vendors. The plant people carry everything from bedding plants, hanging baskets, shrubs, perennials, annuals, flowers, succulents, etc… the list goes on! Definitely the best deals in the lower mainland!
The hours, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM every Sunday with very few exceptions, remain the same. It is located in the Cloverdale Fairgrounds with entrances at 176th & 62nd Ave. and 176th and 60th Ave., Surrey. Admission is $1.50, children under 12 are free.
Please contact Andy Janes at 604-837-1676 or email at [email protected]. Website, www.cloverdalemarket.ca.
The Eastside Flea – The Food Cart Fest ends on Sept 22, and the Eastside Flea is on-going monthly at the Wise Hall. We would like to invite you all to join us at the Wise Hall this fall, every 3rd Saturday of the month, for a day of wonders, treasures, charm, and good company! The Eastside Flea is a fresh new monthly flea market in East Vancouver featuring a diverse array of vendors from handmade goods, vintage clothing & antiques, art, craftsmen items, garage sale, and more! Admission into the market is by donation, and is all ages! Please bring the family, friends, anyone you know… we’ll have something for everyone!! This is a community-oriented event, and we would like to encourage all types of vendors to participate, from people with extra knick-knacks around the house to local businesses.
**VENDOR INQUIRIES**
If you are interested in becoming a vendor at the Eastside Flea, or want more info, please send us an email at [email protected]
The east side flea market Christmas market.
East Vancouver Farmers Market has a number of markets in the Vancouver area and it stakes its claim as the only “true Farmers Market” in the heart of the city. Buy directly from farmers and other local producers. For more info, call (604) 879-FARM (3276) web site link http://eatlocal.org and look under ‘Markets’.
Fall Market Place Montage a Fall Artisan Market to be held @ the O.P Hall 1577 128th Street, South Surrey. One day only! Saturday, October 11th, 2014 10:00 a.m. ± 4:00 p.m. An eclectic mix of tasteful home and personal accessories from a variety of talented artists and artisans. If you are an artist looking to display and sell your works, contact me, Cathie, right away.
Leather Goods Woodworking
Sterling Silver Jewellery Handmade Soap
Original Paintings Photography
Up-cycled Furniture Knitted Goods
Collectibles Vintage Inspired Jewellery
Flowers for your Thanksgiving Table Fall Comfort Food
Admission by Donation and Concession (Admission and Concession proceeds will be donated to The Canadian Woman’s Foundation and BC Guide Dogs) Contact Cathie Stonier for more information.
Kennedy Flea Market **New Owner** March 2014
8870 120 St, Surrey, BC V3V 4B4
Contact: Lucky Ph. # 778-709-5872
Kerrisdale Village Farmers Market Saturdays, July 7 – October 6 10am – 2pm each week East Boulevard between 37th and 41st Avenue – near Kerrisdale Arena INTERACTIVE MARKET MAP
Kitsilano Farmers Market Sundays, May 20 – October 21 10am – 2pm each week 2690 Larch Street at 10th Avenue, Parking Lot of Kitsilano Community Centre INTERACTIVE MARKET MAP
Main Street Station at Thornton Park Wednesdays, June 6 – October 3
3pm – 7pm 1100 Block Station Street along Thornton Park across from the VIA Rail Station and near the Main St Skytrain Station INTERACTIVE MARKET MAP
North Shore Green Markets – Has a variety of markets each week with the SHOWCASE being the Friday Night market 5pm – 10pm June 15th – Oct 26th, 2012 Shipbuilders Plaza 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver. It features 4-6 different local musicians, dancers and performers each and every Friday night along with up to 70 local artisans, vendors and unique gourmet food trucks.
The market location is on the pier, to the east of Lonsdale Quay and is perfectly situated along the new and future Spirit Trail. The Pier development neighbours over 10 residential towers, Lonsdale Quay, restaurants, the Seabus and many other businesses. The location will make this event a perfect destination to bike, walk, rollerblade or hop the bus or Seabus and relax at the Pier take in the sights, sunsets, shop, eat and be entertained.
Their web site is: http://www.canamade.com/green_markets.htm and the contact is Ingrid, 778-995-9461 | [email protected]
The North Shore Green Market
Otakara Hakkutsu (Treasure Hunt) Market at Japanese cultural centre! Date & Time: Every March. Location: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby (Kingsway & Sperling Ave).
“One’s Garakuta (junk) is another’s Otakara (treasure).” Over 40 tables selling Japanese items, dishes, clothes, small appliances, toys, books etc. Find treasures! Join the many scavengers!
Open free to the public, free underground parking. Tables are available at $25 each. For more info: www.nikkeiplace.org or call 604.777.7000
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 118 – Cost is $20 per table – come join the fun, make some money and clear out some stuff! For information please stop by the branch or call 604 985 1115 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 118 123 West 15th Street (@ Lonsdale) North Vancouver.
Star of the Sea Catholic Church hall – markets are held the first sat. of Sept.4, Oct 2, Nov. 6, Dec 4. Some tables are available for rent. Please call Phil@ 604 536 5411.
Trout Lake Farmers Market Saturdays, May 12 – October 20 9am – 2pm each week North Parking Lot of John Hendry Park at Trout Lake Between Templeton and Lakewood south of the 13th Avenue Alley Please note: There is no parking in the North Lot and no parking on 13th Avenue. Please park away from the area & walk in. INTERACTIVE MARKET MAP
The Twilight Drive In Theatre Swap Meet – Every Sunday, gates open at 7AM & close at 4pm weather permitting mid April to mid October. Admission Sellers: $15, Buyers: $1, 260th St. & Fraser Highway, Langley, BC. For more information call 604-856-5165 or go to www.twilightdrivein.net. Sellers are welcome all day, no reservations required.
UCWLC Branch & St. Mary’s Parish – Saturday, May 25, 2013 9:30 – 2:30 Great stuff new & used Lunch available Gently used articles No clothing Tables: $25 Contacts: Olga 604-274-9804; Mary 604-271-1131; Marlayne 604-274-3164 ** St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Centre, 3150 Ash Street, (16th Ave. & Ash Street, Vancouver) Sunday, February 22, 2015 – Benefit Concert by S.K.A.Y.
Location – 550 West 14th Ave Vancouver BC (St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Centre)
Time – 7 PM.
S.K.A.Y. band can fairly be called one of the most popular rock bands in Ukrainian show business. They will perform at the St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Centre with all proceeds going to support wounded Ukrainian soldiers and their families.
Tickets $40 ($45 at the door).
Call 604-336-0887 or e-mail [email protected] for tickets and more details.
SKAY will be performing a concert in support of the Ukrainian soldiers during the crises in the Ukraine.
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Vancouver Flea Market – 703 Terminal Avenue, Vancouver. The Vancouver Flea market – 360 tables Open EVERY weekend of the year Admission $1.00 Tables $25 We sell everything you can imagine. From Antique and collectibles to gold and silver jewellery. http://www.vancouverfleamarket.com We now take consignment info 604-685-8843 Call (604) 685-0666 | 2014 Show Dates: Sun Jan 12, Sun Mar 9, Sun June 29, Sun Sept 14, Sun Nov 9 – Be sure and look for them!
The Vancouver Flea Market is located at Terminal and Main St.
West End Farmers Market Saturdays, June 2 – October 20 9am – 2pm each week 1100 Block of Comox Street across from Nelson Park at Mole Hill INTERACTIVE MARKET MAP
Vancouver’s Winter Farmers Market at Nat Bailey Stadium – Every Saturday, 10am – 2pm (closed December 24 & 31) Location: 30th and Ontario Street in the East Parking lot and Plaza of Nat Bailey Stadium. No access to 30th Avenue from King Edward on Ontario Street. There is no access to 30th Avenue when travelling south on Ontario Street.
You can always consider visiting the Antique Warehouse for a semblance of a trip to a flea market in Europe. We have over 12,000 sq. ft. of furniture and collectibles imported from France, Italy, Belgium and England. Our visitors and clients tell us they love to spend an afternoon just ambling through our store looking ( and buying ) some of the most beautiful things in the city.
If antiques are your thing then pay us a visit soon.
Mark LaFleur
The Antique Warehouse
226 SW Marine Drive,
Vancouver, BC
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