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The Massive Weekend Flea Market In Arizona Where You Can Score Bargain Deals All Year

Tanque Verde Swap Meet in Tucson is a massive, family-friendly flea market offering a wide variety of goods and services at bargain prices.

Updated Feb 22, 2023

Written by 

Katie Lawrence

One of the biggest flea markets in Arizona, the Tanque Verde Swap Meet in Tucson is open every weekend, year-round. A bargain hunter's paradise, the market boasts some of the best deals you'll ever come across, with many items priced as low as 99 cents. Whether you're looking to overhaul your wardrobe or redecorate the house, there's no better place to find everything you're looking for!

Spanning over 33 acres, the Tanque Verde Swap Meet is southern Arizona's largest outdoor market.

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With more than 800 vendor spaces, the market attracts upwards of a million visitors each year.

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You'll see all sorts of merchandise, both new and used. From handmade jewelry to prized antiques, there's a little bit of everything.

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Services such as face painting, haircuts, and even tattooing are also available - you'll be hard-pressed to find another flea market with such a variety of things to do, see, and experience.

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Perhaps the best part of the swap meet is how great the deals are. There are price tags as low as 99 cents!

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Let your senses guide you as you peruse the endless rows of stalls. In the mood for some Mexican candy? No problem.

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There are also tons of on-site food vendors offering everything from Sonoran dogs and fry bread to pizza and ice cream. Plus, a food truck park is opening soon!

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While flea markets aren't often seen as kid-friendly, this one certainly is. Featuring carnival rides, bumper boats, a bounce house, and even a Virtual Reality experience, the whole family is sure to have a blast.

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Take a walk through the Tanque Verde Swap Meet to catch a glimpse of the many vendors you'll find each year in this video from Tucson Pocket Vlogs:

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Hours are 3 p.m. until 11 p.m. on Friday, 8 a.m. until 11 p.m. on Saturday, and 2 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Sunday. Buyer admission is $1 on Friday and Saturday nights, and free during the day Saturday and on Sunday. Visit the Tanque Verde Swap Meet website or Facebook page for more information.

Have you ever been to the Tanque Verde Swap Meet? If so, we'd love to hear all about your experience! Tell us in the comments. Don't forget to check out our previous article for more of the biggest flea markets in Arizona where you can score great deals!

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Embark On A World Tour Without Leaving Arizona At This International Market

Published Dec 7, 2023

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Melissa Mahoney

Want to go on an adventure? How about an international adventure that doesn't involve leaving the state? For me, food can truly transport you to another country, and what better way to experience other countries and their cultures than by visiting an international market? Nur Import Market is one such international market in Arizona that can take you on a virtual trip around the world without the need for a passport and a lengthy journey.

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If you've ever dreamt about traveling to the Middle East, Africa, or Eastern Europe but haven't been able to leave the country, there's one international market in Tucson you have to try.

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With its old-school corner store feel, the family-owned Nur Market and Restaurant specializes in foods from East Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. It was opened in 2008 by three brothers from Somalia.

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It's located at 3565 E Speedway Blvd. in Tucson.

Perusing aisle after aisle of imported foods and goods from around the globe will transport you overseas. There are so many fascinating items you may want to try.

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From baklava to nuts, chickpeas, spices, and so much more, you'll be inspired to travel or at least cook something new at home.

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Want to try some international cuisine? I guarantee you'll want to order something from the in-store restaurant.

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On the menu, there are several delicious options you can order. You may want to try the falafel plate with a side of pita bread, hummus, and tabouli or, perhaps, the chicken shawarma with basmati rice, tomatoes, onions, and red sauce.

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Whatever you order will be fresh and delicous. And, who knows -- maybe it will inspire you to cook an international dish at home using ingredients found at the market.

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Have you ever visited the Nur Import Market in Tucson? What other international market in Arizona have you visited before? Let us know! For more information, head to the official website of Nur Import Market. You can also give the Nur Import Market Facebook page a follow.

Want to explore the food scene of Tucson? Before or after your visit to the Nur Import Market, take the Tucson Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours as offered on Viator.

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Spend The Day Visiting Two Massive Flea Markets In This Arizona City

Published Sep 19, 2023

Written by 

Melissa Mahoney

Who's ready for a day of shopping in Tucson? We're not talking about any ordinary shopping though. Instead, we are going to suggest a shopping trip to two unique places on the same day --- Gather A Vintage Market and the Tanque Verde Swap Meet. At these flea markets in Tucson, Arizona, you'll find one-of-a-kind items that are hard to find anywhere else.

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If you love hunting for unique second-hand objects like vintage goods and antiques, then you'll love perusing the booths at Gather A Vintage Market. This is the first stop on this Tucson day trip.

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Held once a month over the course of four days, you'll find an array of unique goods including household and garden items. The market is open the second weekend of the month from Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday.

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If you come to the market each month, it's completely different from the month before from the layout to the goods being sold. You'll always find something interesting and new to you here!

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Visit the Gather Vintage Market website and Gather Vintage Market Facebook page for more information.

Our second stop is the Tanque Verde Swap Meet, the largest outdoor market in Southern Arizona. Covering an expanse of over 33 acres and hosting over 800 vendors, you'll be able to shop 'til you drop here!

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This is among the most popular flea markets in the entire state and sees over 1 million visitors each year. This place is a must for bargain hunters.

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This massive flea market is open on weekends throughout the year. Friday hours are 3 p.m. until 11 p.m., Saturday hours are 8 a.m. until 11 p.m., and Sunday hours are 2 p.m. until 10 p.m.

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Not only are there hundreds of vendors booths to shop at but dining options and fun for the whole family. You can grab a beer from one of the food booths and walk around with it as you shop...

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...grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks, and children will love the rides as well as the koi pond. Tanque Verde Swap Meet is a fun place for the whole family!

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Visit the Tanque Verde Swap Meet website and Tanque Verde Swap Meet Facebook page for more information.

How does a day of shopping at flea markets in Tucson, Arizona sound to you? What are some of your favorite flea markets around the state? Let us know!

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