If you’re ready to get out of the house for a bit, we’ve got some great news for you – Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day is a spectacular way to spend the day. Held for the first time in the 1800s, it’s one of the state’s oldest flea markets. And with hundreds of vendors and an average annual attendance of 150,000, it’s also touted as the biggest. You never know what you’re going to find at a flea market and this one is especially promising. Read on for all the details because this is one event you don’t want to miss.

Get ready for an exciting and adventurous day right here in Mississippi at Ripley's First Monday Trade Day, Mississippi's largest and one of the USA's oldest known flea markets.
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A longstanding tradition, the market was held for the first time in 1893. It’s continued to wow savvy shoppers throughout the years, and now it's always held the weekend before the first Monday of the month.
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With such a storied history, this flea market has a lot to live up to and it does so not just in terms of size but in quality of products as well.
Like most everything else, Ripley's First Monday Trade Day was affected by the COVID pandemic; however, the market quickly reopened because of its open-air nature, and it's only been getting better since then. Plus, it’s large enough to allow for adequate social distancing.
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The market is so big you're going to want to stick close to your friends — you could easily get lost on this giant compound!
It's good to have a plan before you head to Ripley's.
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A lot of vendors come back every month, so the more often you go, the more you'll have a sense of what you want to visit. There are also lots of teasers posted on the market's Facebook page that showcase cool items throughout the market.

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Hosting more than 600 vendors, it offers one of the mid-south’s most unique shopping experiences.
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The great thing about flea markets is you never quite know what you're going to find. Whether you're looking for something specific or just browsing, it's always an interesting exploration.
The merchandise is as varied as the vendors. As you meander around the market, you’ll find a wonderfully diverse array of goods, services, and livestock.
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That's right, livestock! You can find literally anything you could possibly need or want at this flea market.
There's plenty of food, too. The tasty variety includes everything from typical fair fare to seafood, tacos, and more.
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Rides and other activities are also part of the Ripley's First Monday Trade Day, making it a great visit for the entire family.
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You can make a whole day of this exciting event.

Remember, Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day is always held the weekend before the first Monday of the month. It’s open 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday and 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call (662) 837-4051. You can also visit Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day website or Facebook page.

This isn’t the state’s only must-visit market. Read about The Lucky Rabbit in our feature article.

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Where are there flea markets in Mississippi?

Like we’ve mentioned in the article above, Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day is one of the largest and oldest flea markets in Mississippi, but there are many more. Be sure to check out these other flea markets in Mississippi as well.

  • Depot Antique Mall, Oxford
  • Canton Flea Market Arts & Crafts Show, Canton
  • Tupelo Flea Market and Craft Show, Tupelo
  • The Hillbilly Mall, Booneville
  • Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day and Flea Market, Ripley
  • Flea Market & RV Park at Menge, Pass Christian
  • Central Mississippi Flea Market, Kosciusko
  • Rebecca Rose Flea Market and Boutique, Richland
  • Trade Days LLC at Jones Center Flea Market, Pearl
  • The Lucky Rabbit, Hattiesburg
  • Riverside Furniture, Antique, & Flea Market, New Albany

 

What’s so great about flea markets?

Flea markets are amazing because you never know exactly what you’re going to find. It’s a real treasure hunt and items sometimes are offered at low and tempting prices.

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