It all starts before the sun comes up. Vendors from all over the east coast make their way to the pre-dawn lineup. At 4:15am, the gates to the parking lot open and cars are queued up waiting for their turn to get loaded onto the field. Many of the loyal vendors of this community have been attending since the very start of this market in the 1970s.
However, every week there is a unique mix of old and new vendors bringing merchandise that captivates all the senses. By 6:55am, the field gates are closed and vendors are busy unloading their trucks and displaying their wares for the droves of buyers that come crashing through the gates at 7:00am seeking deals of every sort.
There are three categories of buyers that comprise the marketplace at the Trunk: Prepaid Early Buyers 5:30 am, 7-8 am Prepaid Buyers and General Admission 8:00 am – 2:00 pm. Please bring your own carts for bigger and heavy items to carry out to your vehicle. The Elephant’s Trunk cannot supply carts this Season.
4:15am – Gates to Parking lot open
4:30am – Gates to Field open
4:30am – Reserve/Prepaid Vendors welcome to enter between 4:30am and before 6:30am.
4:30am – All Vendors in Line begin entry to the field based on line-up order
4:30-6:30am Advanced ticket holders may gain immediate entrance through the Express Lane
6:30am – Reserve Vendors forfeit rights to their reserved space. Should they arrive between 6:30-6:55 they will be placed in an open space provided one is available.
6:55am – Vendor Gates Close. All Vendors must be on the Field, in their designated spaces. Aisles must be free and clear.
7:00am – 2:00pm ALL VENDORS MUST STAY IN THEIR SPACE, EARLY DEPARTURE STRICTLY PROHIBITED
2:00pm – Vendors are permitted to leave the field, provided their space is completely clean of all trash and merchandise.
3:30pm – Vendors must be off the field, and ensure their space is completely clean of all trash and merchandise.
5:30am – Prepaid Early Buyers — $20 per person. Tickets available for purchase on-line only, see above Early Buyer section for direct link.
7-8:00am – Prepaid Buyer – $10 per person. Tickets available for purchase on-line only, see above 7-8 Buyer Section for direct link
General Admission – $3 Buyers are still welcomed from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm. Admission tickets available for purchase on-site by credit card or cash. Children under the age of 10 are always FREE.
2:00pm – 3:30pm – Free Admission to Everyone
3:30pm – Field and Parking lot Closed
3 months ago
The Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market is officially closed for the 2020 Season. We plan to re-open for the 2021 Season in early April, and will provide more updates in late winter as the weather breaks. THANK YOU to all our loyal vendors and patrons that make this Flea Market the most unique weekly experience. Here’s to you and your families….wishing you all a very Happy Holiday Season and a Healthy and prosperous New Year! See you in the Spring at the Trunk! ... See MoreSee Less
3 months ago
Unfortunately the weather does not look good for this weekend making for poor field conditions. The Elephant’s Trunk will be closed Sunday, December 6th. We hope that next week will be better as our vendors are not done for the season, so stay tuned. www.etflea.com ... See MoreSee Less
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It all starts before the sun comes up. Vendors from all over the east coast make their way to the pre-dawn lineup. At 4:15am, the gates to the parking lot open and cars are queued up waiting for their turn to get loaded onto the field. Many of the loyal vendors of this community have been attending....3 months ago
The Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market would like to wish our Vendors, Buyers and Employees a Happy Thanksgiving!! We are so grateful for your support and cooperation through these difficult times, so others can have an opportunity to support their families. We are planning to be OPEN Sunday, November 29th! Come and enjoy the sunny autumn outdoors and get a start on your holiday shopping (ATM available too)! We look forward to seeing you at the Trunk and don’t forget your masks and carts for those special treasures from our trunk to yours! www.etflea.com ... See MoreSee Less
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It all starts before the sun comes up. Vendors from all over the east coast make their way to the pre-dawn lineup. At 4:15am, the gates to the parking lot open and cars are queued up waiting for their turn to get loaded onto the field. Many of the loyal vendors of this community have been attending....3 months ago
The Elephant's Trunk Flea Market is planning to be OPEN this Sunday, November 22nd. With some Holiday Spirit, you will have a wonderful time. Shoppers should plan to enjoy the morning picking through collectibles and vintage finds of all types. We look forward to seeing you there! There’s an on-site ATM for your convenience and plenty of parking. Please don’t forget to bring your masks and own carts! If traveling from another State, please be sure to check the CT Travel advisory list to make sure your State is not on the affected list. Check out our website at www.etflea.com for more details. ... See MoreSee Less
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It all starts before the sun comes up. Vendors from all over the east coast make their way to the pre-dawn lineup. At 4:15am, the gates to the parking lot open and cars are queued up waiting for their turn to get loaded onto the field. Many of the loyal vendors of this community have been attending....3 months ago
The Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market in New Milford, CT is planning to be OPEN Sunday, November 15th! The morning weather forecast looks dry with a couple showers in the afternoon….plenty of time for a Holiday Treasure Trunk! Come and find a one of a kind treasure for the holiday…..there’s even an onsite ATM. Bring your masks and your own carts for those larger items from our Trunk to yours. www.etflea.com ... See MoreSee Less
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I have come to the Trunk to buy and to sell. It is the best flea market I have ever been to. The variety of merchandise is incredible and the food vendors do a very good job. The market is well run and the vast majority of the vendors bring interesting stuff. If I wasn’t a vendor, I would be there to shop.
- Michael B.
Well run with an astounding amount of quality antique and vintage merchandise. And the lemonade is delicious!
- Katie P.
Great Flea Market. Great people. Amazing assortment of merchandise, new and used. Loyal customers. Very Happy to be part of it.
- Treasure Chest
Today was our 1st day selling at Elephant's Trunk...we loved it, truly was awesome, staff was very fast, efficient, polite ...we will definitely be back!
- Daneen L.
Made my first trip to the Trunk this past Sunday and I was very impressed. You folks do everything the way it should be done. Parking is easy, the field is well set up, admission is reasonable, and the dealer selection was terrific. I wish we lived closer because I would love to set up a table there!
- Erik L.
Best flea market EVER!! Organized, great selection. Vendors are great. Plenty of available food and clean facilities.
- Lynn C.
Fantastic market, great place to spend your Sunday! Treasures galore, Furniture, collectibles, vintage toys, crystal items, clothing and much much more. Let's not forget the great food, from homemade soups to mini donuts.
- Pamela P.
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