The Best Food & Flea Markets In Minneapolis

The Alamo Flea Market has become well known for being a one-of-a-kind neighborhood gathering where you can find just about anything. With an average of 45 vendors, visitors can find a multitude of unique items with different kinds of jewelry, vintage bikes, postcards, antiques, plants, vintage clothes, gemstones, tools and furniture, CD’s, videos, vintage framed art, and pretty much anything else you can imagine. You name it, Alamo probably has it. Past markets have had some of the best jewelry selections to be found, with anything from handmade Czechoslovakian variety to second hand stuff that may be just what you are looking for. The Alamo Flea Market is the treasure hunter’s dream. Hosted in the parking lot of Antiquified Antiques and Collectables at least once a year, the best way to find out Alamo’s schedule might be to get in touch with the owners there.

Alamo Flea Market, 2430 NE California St, Minneapolis, MN, USA + 1 612 789 1989

When it comes to selection, the Minneapolis Farmers Market is the cream of the crop. While it actually comprises of several markets in one, the Lyndale location is by far the most popular. Open 7 days a week from May to October, the Lyndale Market features vendors selling fresh produce and artisans offering everything from clothes to handmade artisan jewelry, accessories, garden art, and freshly cut flowers. On weekend mornings, the energy at the Lyndale Market rivals that of a State Fair, complete with families enjoying hot, juicy brats and sweet corn as they roam the iconic red-roofed sheds that house the vendors—but be wary that parking on weekend can be an adventure in itself. The location also houses a Winter Market, selling Christmas trees and other seasonal goods with a schedule that can be found on the Minneapolis Farmers Market website. The website also features a list of vendors with descriptions and contact information if you are curious to know where the fresh vegetables, produce, and crafts come from.

Minneapolis Farmers Market, 312 East Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis, MN, USA + 1 612 333 1737 and + 1 612 333 1718

Mercado Central Flea Market is a Mexican-style market selling food, crafts, and Spanish goods from books and music to spices and produce. The thriving marketplace consists of about 45 businesses at the corner of Lake Street and Bloomington Avenue in Minneapolis. TripAdvisor reviewers call the place a ‘cultural wonderland’ with shops, grocers, and restaurants to satisfy your craving for something a little different from the market norm. Mercado Central is thriving with colorful foods, spices, languages, music, and crafts. The people are kind, always happy to strike up conversation and help you find exactly what you are looking for. Whether you are just looking for an authentic taco lunch, or seeking handcrafted Mexican gifts, walking into Mercado Central is taking a step into Latino Culture. Open daily from 8am-8pm, Mercado Central Flea Market is an experience like none other to be found in Minneapolis.

Mercado Central Flea Market, 1515 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, USA + 1 612 728 5400