Midwest's Largest Outdoor Flea Market - Shipshewana, Indiana

You've Never Seen Shopping Like This.

Outdoor Flea Market the Size of 30 Football Fields. Crazy Fun Auctions. Delicious Food.

The Shipshewana Flea Market is Open Tuesdays & Wednesdays, May 6 through October 1, 2025 from 8am-4pm EST, plus special holiday and weekend markets. 

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Find bargains on home decor, clothing, produce, plants, tools, crafts, books, beauty supplies, accessories, handmade items, vintage items and everything imaginable.

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Before You Visit...

Here are a few things you need to know about the Shipshewana Flea Market. Still have questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

1. Come Prepared! This market is outdoors (open rain or shine) and it's gigantic. Bring comfortable walking shoes (the grounds are a fine gravel), plenty of cash, and large bags to carry your purchases. There are electric scooters to rent for your convenience. Shopping carts and wagons are also available to rent.

2. Parking & Admission - General parking at the market is $5 per vehicle. Admission is free. Handicapped parking, RV & Trailer Parking, and Bus Parking are also available. 

3. Map - Pick up a detailed map at any entrance gate or at the Information Booth (State Rd 5 Main Entrance) to help you find the vendors you are looking for. Or, visit our vendor directory online for information!

4. This is Amish Country - Yes, there will be horses, buggies, and bicycles on the roads - be careful! Although we do have several vendors who are Amish, the flea market has a diverse range of vendors from all over the world.

5. Food & Rest - You can stop for a meal at our sit-down restaurant, eat some famous chicken at one of the food courts throughout the market, or take a break at one of the shaded rest areas.

6. Auctions - If you are wanting to experience the thrill of live bidding on thousands of antiques & miscellaneous items in up to 10 different rings, visit the Antique Auction Building on Wednesday morning! Auctions start at 9am, and buyer numbers are available inside the Antique Auction building at the Auction office.

7. Nearby Lodging Options - We have an RV Park right on site and the Farmstead Inn and Conference Center is right across the road. 

8. Year-Round Special Events - Check out special events, auctions and happenings all year.

Become a Flea Market Vendor

Interested in selling your stuff at the Midwest's Largest Flea Market? We accept all types of vendors and merchandise! Click here to learn how to become a Shipshewana Flea Market vendor!

Regular Outdoor Spaces (20' x 25') are $55 for the week. See all rates & space options. Questions? Contact the office at 260-768-4129.

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