If you live in Charlotte, North Carolina, and consider thrifting a hobby, boy do we have the spots for you. These amazing flea markets are some of Charlotte’s greatest and are so much fun to browse and shop on the weekends. From open-air markets to the more modern-day 7th Street Public Market, we’ve got a shop that will fit your tastes and your budget. Check out our favorite Charlotte flea markets below and plan a visit today!

1. Barnyard Flea Markets
Barnyard Flea Markets/Facebook
Barnyard Flea Markets are a local chain with locations in Pineville, NC and Fort Mill, SC, both within driving distance from Charlotte. This flea market is an amazing place to visit if you are looking for antiques, crafts, art and more.
You will find everything you need here. From fresh flowers...
Barnyard Flea Market at Pineville/Facebook
...and produce...
Barnyard Flea Markets at Pineville/Facebook
...to clothing and shoes...
3856 Dallas High Shoals Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034, USA
Barnyard Flea Markets/Facebook
You never know what treasures you will find, and who knows, you may bring home new items for the whole family! Check out the official website for all the info you'll need to plan your day!
2. 7th Street Market
7th Street Public Market/Facebook
The 7th Street Market is a modern day market and popular staple of Uptown Charlotte. Located on E. 7th Street, this market inspires a sense of community and Charlotte pride for all who visit.
Vendors rotate throughout the year and are all local to the community.
7th Street Public Market/Facebook
These awesome Charlotte t-shirts are just one example of the Charlotte-themed products you can find at the 7th Street Public Market.
In addition to retail items, 7th Street Market is a popular place to stop in for coffee, lunch or even wine tasting.
224 E 7th St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA
7th Street Public Market/Facebook
Some of the great food and beverage shops you'll find here include Orrman's Cheese Shop, and so many more. You won't believe your eyes, your wallet, or your tastebuds!
3. The Sleepy Poet
Freiler T./Yelp
The Sleepy Poet is a massive antique warehouse located on South Blvd. where you will find virtually anything you could possibly imagine.
One of the most popular reasons shoppers visit the Sleepy Poet is for the awesome furniture deals you can score.
Sleepy Poet Antique Mall/Facebook
The warehouse has rooms upon rooms of furniture, some antique and some more modern. If you've been searching for that one specific item, it's quite likely you'll find it here.
There's antique china and household items...
Sleepy Poet Antique Mall/Facebook
...and art, knick knacks, books, posters, vintage decorations and more.
The place is HUGE and cluttered, but as soon as you enter you'll be swept away by the awesomeness of everything you see.
6424 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28217, USA
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The Sleepy Poet is one of those shops that will quickly become your new favorite thing.
4. Sardis Marketplace
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Sardis Marketplace is an awesome consignment shop located in South Charlotte. Offering a wide selection of furniture, home decor, clothing and jewelry, this is the place to go if you're looking for designer brands at low prices. The Marketplace has more than 60 vendors selling their products seven days a week.
When you walk into Sardis Marketplace you'll be amazed by the trendy, fashionable items you'll see throughout the market.
Tonya P./Yelp
From cowhide rugs to shabby chic furniture, this is a great place to outfit your home or even sell some of your own awesome treasures that other people might want to purchase.
In addition to traditional products, you'll find the cutest unique items as well.
2328 Crown Centre Dr, Charlotte, NC 28227, USA
Sardis Marketplace/Facebook
These fun rings are the perfect gift for a little girl or a friend who is young at heart!
5. Sweet Union Flea Market
Sweet Union Flea Market/Facebook
Sweet Union Flea Market is the largest flea market in Charlotte and has more than 300 vendors. Open every Saturday and Sunday, this flea market is full of all kinds of amazing finds.
This is the BEST place in Charlotte to get fresh local veggies.
Sweet Union Flea Market/Facebook
Once you buy them here, you'll never want to get them at the grocery store again.
Sweet Union Flea Market is a fun place for the entire family.
4420 W Hwy 74, Monroe, NC 28110, USA
Sweet Union Flea Market/Facebook
They even have fun fall themed events this October like a Halloween costume contest.
6. Vintage Charlotte
Vintage Charlotte
Vintage Charlotte is an event organizer in Charlotte that specializes in planning pop-up markets that take place around the city. Beginning each July, Vintage Charlotte occupies a huge old warehouse in Plaza Midwood while also planning pop-up markets in other venues throughout the rest of the year.
Although not your traditional flea market, shoppers can find the most amazing consignment items at Vintage Charlotte and its pop-up shops.
Vintage Charlotte/Facebook
Be sure to visit the official Vintage Charlotte website for the most up-to-date pop-up days, times, and addresses.
7. South End Exchange
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South End Exchange is an awesome vintage furniture shop located in South End.
Although not technically a flea market, this is another amazing place to find great furniture deals.
111 New Bern St, Charlotte, NC 28203, USA
Yelp / South End Exchange
If you're looking for something specific or to change out some of the styles in your home, head out to South End Exchange.

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Which North Carolina flea market is the most popular?  

Who knew that life in North Carolina would include so many great bargains? We sure didn’t - until we looked! There are hundreds of excellent flea markets in North Carolina to choose from, but there are a handful that tend to go above and beyond expectations. There are several top contenders, though the most popular flea markets in North Carolina at the time of this writing appear to be places like The Raleigh Market, in Raleigh, the Barnyard Flea Markets in Dallas, and the Webb Road Flea Market in Salisbury.  

What are some great flea markets in North Carolina? 

Of course, the list of amazing flea markets in North Carolina might start with the ones mentioned above, but it most certainly doesn’t end with those. Other top-rated North Carolina flea markets include larger ones like Cooks Flea Market, in Winston-Salem, Smiley’s Flea Market, in Fletcher, and Brightleaf Flea Market in Smithfield. There are plenty of smaller, mom-and-pop vintage markets in North Carolina, too, as well as wonderful antique shops, vintage stores, and more. We recommend doing a whole North Carolina flea markets road trip – or something like it – to experience them all in a weekend or so.  

Where are the best North Carolina vintage markets? 

Vintage market, flea market – same thing, mostly. And, of course, the list goes on! Some of the best, top-rated vintage markets in North Carolina include gems like the 311 Flea Market, in Sophia, which has ridiculously high ratings and rave reviews, as well as Decker’s Flea Market, in Murphy, Cotton Mill Flea Market, in Selma, Thomasville’s 11-Acre Flea Market, Mt. Airy’s Mayberry Flea Market, and many more. These are some of the best places to go shopping in North Carolina, as well as wonderful places for antiquing, too.  

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