About
The Brooklyn Flea Markets are a set of weekend markets in New York City, held in the DUMBO and Fort Greene neighbourhoods of Brooklyn. They suit visitors who enjoy browsing: the stalls are built around vintage goods, antiques and handmade crafts, so a visit is less about a single attraction and more about wandering from table to table.
What you will find
- Antiques and vintage pieces, the kind of find that rewards patience
- Handmade crafts and work from local artisans
- Unusual objects that are hard to find in a typical shop
Because the stock changes from one market to the next, you may see something different on each visit. It is a good place to look for a gift or a keepsake with a story behind it, and most visitors come with an open mind rather than a list.
Around the markets
Both neighbourhoods give you more to do before or after you shop. DUMBO sits by the water, with views across to Lower Manhattan, and Fort Greene has its own streets of cafés and small independent shops. Planning a loose half-day that combines the market with a walk through the area makes for a relaxed outing.
Check the current dates and locations before you travel, as weekend markets can change. Bring some cash and be ready to haggle politely if you feel it is part of the stall's way of doing business.