Elephant's Trunk Flea Market
About the Business
Elephant's Trunk Flea Market, located at 490 Danbury Road in New Milford, Connecticut, is a bustling marketplace that opens its gates before the sun rises. Vendors from all over the east coast gather here to display their unique merchandise, with some loyal vendors attending since the market's inception in the 1970s. The field gates open at 4:15am for vendors to unload their trucks and set up their booths, while buyers eagerly await entry at 7:00am to hunt for deals. Admission prices vary throughout the day, with early bird tickets available for purchase on-site. The market is known for its wide variety of antique, vintage, and new merchandise, as well as delicious food options. Customers praise the organization and quality of the market, with many expressing their satisfaction and excitement to return. Whether you're a vendor or a shopper, Elephant's Trunk Flea Market promises a memorable experience filled with treasures and excitement.
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Location & Phone number
490 Danbury Rd, New Milford, CT 06776, United States
Reviews
"Made popular by a TV show, you never know what you will find at the Trunk. I see people walking down the isles with the strangest things imaginable. Nice combination of antiques, crafts, and new items. Unlike the nearby Stormville Flea Market, all of the vendors are mixed in together. Nice for visual variety but bad on your feet because what you want can literally be in the first aisle or the last. The food, other than the Doughnuts, simply ain't that good. It won't kill you, but it is pretty pricey and nothing special at all. Do not misunderstand me, the food is a strong OK. Free parking is abundant. I like that there is a nominal entrance fee. This helps to ensure that MOST attendees have come to buy something and not just take up space. My orange tent can be seen from every part of the field. Just look for the Clockman! Port a potties are basically at the 4 corners of the property. They are reasonably clean unless a patron got a case of the trots from the over priced, under flavored grub. Overall, a nice day out that I would recommend experiencing at least once or twice in your life."
"A true outdoor flea market and one you can find anything from a rare antique to a mid century furniture piece or a box of knickknacks from someone’s attic. The vendors are spread across a big field. Come early as the market opens at 7 am. By noon many vendors would start to move things away. Entry fee is $3 and you can reenter any number of times. There are a few food vendors as well - nothing fancy, just to keep you going. There are portable bathrooms across the field with wash stations which is handy."
"Amazing! One-of-a-kind experience. I've never been to a flea market before and it was an experience. Full of bargains and deals. Hidden treasures and not so treasure-like. These people wake up at the Crack of dawn to be here and I truly appreciate them for what they do. Staying there until late and in the heat of the sun. I applaud them. If only I could've bought more stuff and supported each kind soul there. 10/10 would return. I give it 4 stars because I wish the parking was more organized. People speeding up and down the lanes and no order. Please fix..."
"August 5, 2023 was a great day at Elephant's Trunk Flea Market. Parking was free and very easy to get in and out. $3.00 entrance fee at 8:00am. Lots of different style vendors throughout the whole place. Some very pricey and others had great deals. For sure this is worth a visit every now and then. They could use more food truck selections. Portable bathrooms are extremely messy and dirty. Otherwise a great visit."
"Fun but only 1/2 full. Of course it was hot as hades, so that may have something to do with it. Parking is free, $3/person entry. There are food trucks and places to sit. Overall it was fun, but tiny compared to what I was expecting. Make sure to check out the Fred pile outside!"
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