Road Closure Notice:  SR 13 between CR 4 and the Toll Road Entrance will be closed until Sept. 19, 2025. Travelers from I-80/I-90 to Middlebury should use Toll Road Exit 101 in Bristol.

Auction & Flea Market

15 Best Things to Do in Shipshewana, Indiana in 2025

shipshewana trip ideasEnjoy Shipshewana's best attractions, including shopping at the Midwest's Largest Flea Market, catching a musical at the Blue Gate Theatre, or eating a home-cooked Amish meal. (All group-friendly!) You'll find…

7 Tips for Good Antiquing

Antiquing is a worthwhile pursuit that is fun and exciting. However, it can be a bit intimidating if you are just getting started. Luckily for you, we’ve got seven helpful…

Flea Market Vendor Winter Prep Checklist

Winter is the perfect time to prepare yourself for the upcoming selling year. Learn more here on how to get yourself ready for the upcoming flea market season.

What Can I Find at a Flea Market?

What can you find at Shipshewana Trading Place? Would you believe us if we told you: everything?! With nearly 700 vendors displayed on more than 40 acres, you could come…

About Amish Culture: Six Social Courtesies

Shipshewana, Indiana in LaGrange County is home to the third largest Amish community in the United States. With the seasonal travel season upon us, here are a few things to…

12 Ways to Turn Customer Cues Into Money

Build your business around what customers want. Your customers will give you cues in more ways than one. Use those cues to build your business around the needs of your…

Recipe Box:  Holiday Cake Balls

Learn to make simple and delicious holiday cake balls good for any celebration and where in Shipshewana you can find the supplies you need!

Do the Amish Celebrate Christmas?

Learn about Amish traditions and celebrations, whether they exchange gifts, and more about the Amish culture and how they celebrate the Christmas holiday.

7 Amish Recipes for Your Thanksgiving Table

Here's a collection of some of our favorite Amish Thanksgiving recipes from around Pinterest and the internet. Try adding one of these delicious seasonal foods to your feast this year!

Easy DIY Mini Pumpkin Succulents

Learn to create your own mini pumpkin succulent from items you can find right here at Shipshewana Auction & Flea Market that are great for decor and gifts for friends…

10 Delicious & Creative Ways to Use Pie Filling

Discover 10 delicious ways to make some amazing desserts for your next gathering. Just visit this vendor’s space and incorporate their homemade goodness into your next party’s dessert feature using…

Ultimate Guide to the Shipshewana Antique Market

You won't want to miss the annual Shipshewana Antique Market - a day of shopping for treasures including antiques, refurbished items, jewelry, furniture, industrial salvage, glassware, toys and so much…

Recipe Box:  Last of the Garden

My late Papa Huff taught me a lot in life and although this isn't the one that makes the biggest impact in the world, it sure tastes delicious! Learn how…

Top 12 Flea Market Vendor FAQs

Have you ever thought about running your own business and working for yourself? Or do you already have a business idea or selling items and are looking to expand into…

7 Tips for Planning the Perfect Event

Find 7 helpful tips and information from our expert team on planning your next event, conference, retreat, small business meeting, family reunion or special occasion in Shipshewana, IN.