15 Best Flea Markets in Illinois

By Veronica Delacruz on May 31, 2018

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Illinois is known for having some of the best culinary delights and architectural masterpieces of the world but other than these there are a lot more to see there. Some of the best flea markets in the whole world are located at this place. There are farmers market, hipster street and antique markets which are full of different crafts and art. You will get to find anything you need in these markets but for that you have to check out the 15 best flea markets in Illinois.

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1. Vintage Garage Chicago Flea Market

For finding the best antique merchandise, vintage gifts, and retro clothing, the place you must visit is the Vintage Garage Chicago Flea Market. You will find Chicago’s some of the best antique dealers and vintage sellers here. The Market started way back in the 1990s. The best events of the year there are the BBQ for Father’s Day and Record Revamp. You can visit there by personal cars or public transports. There is parking place for cars. The address of the market is Vintage Garage Chicago, 5051 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640. You will find it on the east side of Broadway between Foster & Argyle The market is open from 10 AM to 5 PM and the entry fee here for each person is $5.

2. Kane County Flea Market

Not only in Illinois but this is one of the best flea markets in the world. The market is compared with different flea markets in Oslo, London, and Paris. This busy market, running way over 40 years is the perfect place where you can visit with your family on a day’s outing and also buy the things which you like. You will find a huge number of vendors here both indoor and outdoor. Things like clothes, furniture, books, and jewelry can be found here. The market is Located at the Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 South Randall Road, St. Charles, IL 60174. The entry fee per person here is $5. For kids below the age of 12, the entry is absolutely free.

3. Wolff’s Flea Market

This market is Rosemont is being loved by the people since its start 25 years ago in 1991. The market is open only on Sundays. Every Sunday you will find more than 12,000 visitors here buying goods from over 700 vendors. The market is open from 6AM to 3PM. The address of the market is Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Rd., Rosemont, IL 60018. The entry fee here for the adults is $2, for the kids between the age of 6 and 12, it is $1 and for the kids below 5, it is absolutely free. There is one negative point as you are not allowed to take your pet there with you as pets are not allowed inside the market.

4. Randolph Street Market

This is a street market in Chicago which is lot similar to European style markets. The market combines the Modern Vintage Chicago, Indie Designer Market, and Chicago Antique Market in a single place. You will find here antiques, gifts, furniture, homeware, and jewelry. The address to the market is Chicago’s Plumbers Hall; 1341 W Randolph Street. You can visit here on your personal car as well as public transport. The entry fee for adults is $10 but if you book the ticket online in advance, the entry fee reduces to $8.

5. Fox Valley Flea Market

This market is a lot new when compared to other flea markets in the list. The market is just over a year old but gained huge popularity in very little time. The market is open on every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. You will find the vendors here selling some great toys, clothes, garden tools, car accessories, electronics, and computers. There are some nice ice cream parlors and restaurants which serve great food. The address you must visit is 1500 East New York Street Aurora, IL 60505.

6. Swap-O-Rama Flea Markets

One of the oldest fleas in Chicago which is known worldwide is the Swap-O-Rama Flea Markets. The market is running high on reputation since 1969. Every summer, more than 20,000 people visit the place. You can find a nice collection of fresh products, tools, jewelry, and garden items. On November and April, the market is open only on Tuesday. Rest of the year, it is open on Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. The address to this place is 4100 South Ashland Avenue Chicago, IL 60609. The entry fees for Tuesday and Thursday are $1 for adults and $0.50 for the kids between 7 to 11 and adults over 65. On the Saturdays and Sundays, it is $2 for the adults and $1 for adults over 65 and kids between 7 to 11. For kids under 7 its completely free.

7. Maxwell Street Market

The Maxwell Street Market is known for having some of the best food stalls in all over the world. The market is more than a 100 years old. You can get local as well as international food items in the food stalls here. The best among them is the Latin and Mexican food. Other than quality food, you can find collectibles, CDs, books, and toys. There is no entry fee to enter the market which is open on every Sunday from 7 AM to 3 PM. Parking is available there for your vehicle. The address of this nice market is 800 S. Desplaines St. Chicago, IL 60607.

8. Scout Flea Market

The Scout Flea Market is one of the most established flea markets in Illinois. Here along with marketing, you can find places to have food, drink, and listen to some nice music. A day’s outing to the Scout Flea Market with your family is one of the nicest things to do over the weekend. In the market, you will find some great collectibles and antiques. The place is open from 11 AM to 4 PM. The address to the place is 10826 IL-71, Yorkville, IL 60560.

9. Grayslake Illinois Antique & Vintage Flea Market

One of the topmost flea markets in Illinois, the Grayslake Illinois Antique & Vintage Flea Market is known for attracting a huge number of visitors throughout the year. Some great antiques, home décor, and collectibles can be found here. The address of this market is 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL 60030. The market is open on every Saturday at 9 AM to 4 PM and 9 AM to 3 PM on Sundays. The entry fee to the place is $7 for adults and for kids under 12 it is free.

10. I-80 Flea Market

This market is there for the last 30 years providing some of the best gardening tools, homeware, clothing, antiques, crafts, and collectibles. The market has some nice quality food served by the kitchens there. The entry fee for the adults in this Sunday market is $1. The address of the place is I-80 Flea Market, 19100 Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL.

11. Route 66 Flea Market

It is one of the biggest markets in Illinois, standing over an area of 12,000 square feet. The market is known for providing great antiques and electrical products to the visitors. The address of the place is 3117 W. Chain of Rocks Rd. Granite City IL 62040.

12. Montana Charlie’s

The place is known for having a great collection of food stalls. You can also find some nice and fresh vegetables, fruits, homeware, electronics, and clothes here. The address which will get you to the place is 255 Joliet Rd. Bolingbrook, IL. The market is open on every Sunday from 8 Am to 3 PM. Per car admission to the place is $4.

13. Gardener’s Corner Flea Market

The market has some of the best plants, food, antiques, and handmade item stalls. The market is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 8 AM to 3 PM. The address to the place is 5511 US Highway 12, Richmond, IL 60071. The price to get entry to the place is $1. Contractor and individuals both love this place.

14. Buyers Flea Market

The place was badly damaged by fire once but now is back again with more vendors and improved facilities. The market started in the 1980s. Some great collectibles can be found here. Great food is found in the restaurants here like tacos, Mexican churros, quesadillas, and burritos. The place is located at the 4545 W. Division Street which is just a couple of blocks east of Cicero. You can visit the place with your vehicle as well as public transport. The parking of the vehicle is free here.

15. Haunted Halloween All Night Flea Market

It is certainly one of the most unique Halloween markets in the world. The vendors and the visitors here both are seen roaming in scary dresses. There some unusual contests which you will like. The address of the place is DuPage County Fairgrounds 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton, IL 60187. The parking of vehicles here is free and the entry fee to get in the market which opens from 3 PM to 3 AM is $7.