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Looking for hidden gems and local flair? These Connecticut flea markets offer antiques, collectibles, crafts, and quirky finds—plus the joy of the hunt in scenic New England towns.

Highlights:

  • Browse one of the largest in the state at The Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market in New Milford—featured on HGTV’s *Flea Market Flip*.
  • Explore antiques, records, tools, and more at Wright’s Barn & Flea Market in Torrington.
  • Shop indoor and outdoor booths at the New Haven Flea Market, open year-round with a variety of vendors.
  • Find rare treasures and friendly locals at the Bethlehem Indoor Flea Market.
  • Discover vintage home décor and handcrafted goods at the Mansfield Drive-In Flea Market, held weekends during the warmer months.

Unique Connecticut Flea Markets:

1. College Mart Flea Market

Rating: ★★★★★

College Mart Flea Market

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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

2. Elephant's Trunk Flea Market

Elephant's Trunk Flea Market

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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

Affordable Connecticut Flea Markets:

3. The Boulevard Flea Market

The Boulevard Flea Market

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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

4. Redwood Country Flea Market

Redwood Country Flea Market

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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

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