Whether you prefer to buy everything brand new or you’re a professional thrifter, there’s always something appealing about a flea market. There’s something about strolling through the open-air environment, discovering new vendors around every corner. Our beloved Providence Flea’s Summer Flea opened on June 6th, and let’s just say we know where we’ll be every Sunday until September.

Despite its name, Providence Flea is not a traditional flea market.

Providence Flea / Facebook It’s a fantastic marketplace, inspired by the famous Brooklyn Flea.

The summer vintage and artisan market got its start in 2013, instantly earning local approval.

Providence Flea / Facebook It returns every June - September, running each Sunday along South Water Street in downtown Providence.

You won’t find anything mass-produced or licensed here – all vendors are carefully selected small businesses.

Providence Flea / Facebook Everything at the market is homemade, hand-picked, handcrafted, and small batch.

Of course, that doesn’t mean you won’t find antiques, vintage items, or other traditional flea market finds here.

Providence Flea / Facebook You will, and it will all be from the collections of local vendors.

Shopping here isn’t just an errand. It’s an experience.

Providence Flea / Facebook You’ll enjoy live music, delicious food and beverages, waterfront views, and great company.

Whether you’re looking to redecorate your walls, enhance your wardrobe, or just support local, you’ll love it here.

Providence Flea / Facebook This is a beloved Rhode Island tradition. And after such a tumultuous year, we’re happy we can gather in person again.

This year’s outdoor market will run Sundays through September 26th from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Providence Flea / Facebook Come check out this quintessential Rhody experience.

Rhode Island has dozens of fantastic antique stores, vintage shops, and flea markets worth exploring. But you truly won’t find another shopping experience like this one. If you have yet to experience Providence Flea, you can learn more about it on the official site.

Providence Flea / Facebook

It’s a fantastic marketplace, inspired by the famous Brooklyn Flea.

It returns every June - September, running each Sunday along South Water Street in downtown Providence.

Everything at the market is homemade, hand-picked, handcrafted, and small batch.

You will, and it will all be from the collections of local vendors.

You’ll enjoy live music, delicious food and beverages, waterfront views, and great company.

This is a beloved Rhode Island tradition. And after such a tumultuous year, we’re happy we can gather in person again.

Come check out this quintessential Rhody experience.

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Address: Providence Flea Outdoor Markets (starts 6/6/21), 275 S Water St, Providence, RI 02903, USA