Thursday, August 19, 2010

Los Angeles' Best Flea Markets

A great way to be Green and have fun

If you like to shop and want to be green, it's time to check out Los Angeles flea markets. From recycled treasures and antiques at the new Dodger Stadium flea market to quirky collectibles and vintage clothes from Melrose Trading Post, we've got your go-to guide for flea markets in LA.

L.A. Flea Markets

Pasadena City College
1570 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106

Bargain-hunters, collectors and those seeking a Rose Bowl alternative never miss this no-charge market on the first Sunday of the month from 8am-3pm.

Rose Bowl
1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena, CA 91103

Every second Sunday of the month from 9am-3pm, this Pasadena stadium transforms into LA's most famous flea market. Be prepared to shell over $8 for admission. Regulars avoid the high costs of lunch and ATM fees by bringing cash and snacks.

Melrose Trading Post
7850 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036

This trendy LA flea market is where to find vintage frocks, handmade jewelry, cheap tees and everything in between. Admission is $2 and supports Fairfax High School.

Santa Monica Outdoor Antique & Collectible Market
Airport Ave off of Bundy, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Antique seekers will find high-end bargains at this Santa Monica flea market. You can expect to pay $7 admission (early birds pay $5) on the first and last Sunday of the month.

Long Beach Outdoor Antique & Collectible Market
5000 Lew Davis Street, Long Beach, CA 90808

Furniture, accessories and funky finds abound at this giant Long Beach flea market. Every third Sunday more than 800 vendors sell over one million items. The deals await from 6:30am-3pm.

Santa Monica Art and Antique Fair
2510 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405

With its low-key crowd and variety of vendors, this Santa Monica arts fair offers thrifty prices on all kinds of goodies: jewelry, furniture, music, books and more. Munch on local fare while you support the nearby elementary school every first Sunday of the month.

LA Flea Market at Dodger Stadium
1000 Elysian Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90090

Every fourth Sunday from 9am-5pm, Dodgers Stadium hosts LA's newest outdoor marketplace. In addition to the 500 vendors, guests can check out gourmet food trucks, live music, go-carts and tons of kid-friendly activities including bounce houses. General admission is $5 (including parking), VIP tickets are $15, with proceeds supporting local social initiatives. Kids get in free and leashed pets are allowed.

Space 15 Twenty
1520 N Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA

A small smattering of shops populate this indie-spirited mini-mall that comes from the minds behind the Urban Outfitters chain. Leaning on the artsy side with a mix of funky clothing stores, retail shops and community-gathering events, the space also hosts a monthly flea market, live music and regular art shows. There's Urban Outfitters, art and architecture bookstore Hennessey and Ingalls, Shoes + Shoes + Shoes + Bags, vintage boutique We the Free and New York fashion stylists' playground What Goes Around Comes Around. Satisfying a different kind of appetite is the space's only restaurant: Umami Burger.

Enjoy!!
Joey