If you grew up in a family that combed through Uncle Henry’s, then you know a good Maine bargain when you spot one. You may also love spending weekends strolling flea markets and garage sales looking for discarded beauties in need of a new home. If you feel as though we’re speaking specifically about you, you’ll love this collection of the best flea markets in Maine!

Take a weekend and hit them all, or spread them out over the course of time. But, be warned – this is nowhere near a complete list. Some of the absolute best flea market finds are the side-of-the-road spots that have no names! So, remember to take your time and pull over often when driving through Maine for antique finds. Who knows? The treasures you find may become your new family heirlooms. Fans of shopping in Maine beware: these markets are addictive!

1. The Portland Flea-For-All, Portland
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585 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101, USA
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This space is the most beautifully curated collection of antique and vintage items we've ever come across. In addition to vintage clothes revamped into modern-day togs, you'll find tons of reclaimed wood, reupholstered furniture, and fun little toys. You could easily stroll through here for over an hour just looking at the merchandise without making a single purchase, though we doubt you'll leave empty-handed. It is open on Fridays and Saturdays! Visit the official website for the most up-to-date info on hours, sales, and more!
2. Cabot Mill Antiques/Waterfront Flea Market, Brunswick
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14 Maine St, Brunswick, ME 04011, USA
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If you've spent time in southern Maine, you've probably seen this huge building in Brunswick. In operation since 2010, Cabot Mill Antiques is housed within Fort Andross, a wonderfully-restored textile mill on the Androscoggin River. There are over 160 vendors selling high-quality vintage merchandise at good prices! You can typically bargain for about 10% off, but many times you'll get more if you offer to pay cash. It's open seven days a week. Cool! Visit the official website for more info!
3. Hobby Horse Flea Market, Searsport
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383 E Main St, Searsport, ME 04974, USA
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If it's moose antlers you want, it's moose antlers you'll get! Hobby Horse is a good mix of old relics and some newer reproductions, but it's worth a stop if you're on Route 1. There's a fair bit of Maine-related stuff, but as with any flea market, some good hunting could turn up something completely unexpected! Hobby Horse is closed on Tuesdays but is open Wednesday through Monday.
4. Southern Maine Indoor Flea Market, Scarborough
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578 US-1, Scarborough, ME 04074, USA
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This is southern Maine's largest indoor flea market, which means it just might be your one-stop shop for everything you didn't know you needed. From beer steins of all sizes to snow globes and sweaters, if it exists, there's an example of it waiting for you in Scarborough. Come see why it's often named among the best flea markets in Maine! It's open seven days a week.
5. Montsweag Flea Market, Woolwich
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6 Hunnewell Ln, Woolwich, ME 04579, USA
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This local and totally amazing flea market in Maine has been in business since 1977 and shows no signs of slowing! Every time you visit you'll find vendors lining up their tables, selling everything from personal effects found in their aunt's basements to crafts they've meticulously created for you by hand. It's a lovely bunch of folks who oftentimes brave questionable weather to make sure you can stroll around their wares. Looking for the best of the best flea markets in Maine? Look no further.
6. Big Chicken Barn Books & Antiques, Ellsworth
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1768 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605, USA
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Is it a bookstore? A record shop? A furniture store? Or, just a big ol' flea market? It's really up to you. Named of the best flea markets in New England by Yankee Magazine, Big Chicken Barn is exactly what it sounds like - a big barn full of fascinating antiques on the first floor. The second floor is packed with books, comics, and records. Big Chicken is open seven days a week! Explore the official website for more information.
7. Elmer’s Barn of Junk and Dead Things, Whitefield
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107 Rockland Rd, Coopers Mills, ME 04341, USA
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Elmer Wilson has owned Elmer's Barn for almost 40 years. The place has a lot of heart, as well as a lot of everything else. One can never be sure what they'll find at Elmer's, but chances are it will be something you didn't know you needed. It's open seven days per week. Make sure to check out the official Facebook page, too!

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What is there to do for shopping in Maine? 

Maine might be a relatively small state, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have some excellent places to shop! Nearly any small town you find is likely to have an adorable main street filled with boutique shops and unique finds, and if there is anything folks from Maine love, it’s a good flea market – and there are plenty to choose from! Maine is also home to numerous excellent thrift stores, and we really love the independent mom-and-pop shops you can find almost anywhere.  

 Where can I go bargain hunting in Maine? 

Maine is home to plenty of hubs of bargain hunting, like flea markets, thrift stores, consignment stores, and more. Some of the most highly-rated and most popular bargain shops include Portland’s own Still A Good Cause Thrift Shop, which is known for its excellent organization. While in Portland, make sure to pay a visit to Little Ghost, too, because it’s a major hallmark for local shoppers. St. Martin’s Thrift Store is a must-visit bargain hunter’s paradise located in Millinocket, and Lost Coast, in Kittery, is another excellent choice for any seasoned bargain bandit. The possibilities can sure feel endless sometimes, and it might get a little flustering sometimes to have so many options, but hey – better too many than not enough, we say!  

 What are the best Maine flea markets? 

There’s plenty, so it’s tough to narrow it down to just a few, but we can try! Some of the most popular Maine flea markets are ones like The Willows, located in Mechanic Falls. With more than 400 shining reviews, it’s done quite well for itself, as well as the community. There is also the Montsweag Flea Market, in Woolwich, which hails reviews as “the BEST” flea market in the state by more than one happy customer. We also really like Southern Maine Flea Market, which you can read about here.  

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