Check out the Okanagan Valley section to get the latest information on farmers markets in the area including dates, places, contacts and times.

Kennedy Flea Market is a hive of busy shoppers and merchants – check out the new photos by going to the Lower Mainland page and Kennedy Flea Market.

I’ll be out looking at the local markets this weekend and hope to have some good photos. Looks like a great weekend!

This is a great time to get out and renew your acquaintance with your favourite farmers market as local fresh produce is now ready for harvest. Tell me about your favourites!

Hope it is a great one for you!

There is really no right and no wrong product for flea markets and swap meets, except out and out junk.
It is up to you what type of merchandise to sell. If you are into antiques, you must learn all about antiques and determine what people want to buy. If you are not into antiques, you have two choices: used or new merchandise.

If you see something you like, don’t be afraid to ask the vendor if the price marked is the best he or she can do. They expect negotiation from customers at flea markets. Make sure you don’t show too much excitement when looking at the item, or they will know you are already going to buy it. Instead, keep your face neutral and be prepared to offer an alternative price.

Check it out, new information about the Armstrong Farmers Market set to open on April 24th. Click on Regions then Okanagan Valley for the details.

Most people start out with small-size booths. Stock your booth with lots of small items, not 2 or 3 large ones. People buy things they can pick up easily.

For the first time in many years I visited the Vancouver Flea Market and I have to tell you it hasn’t changed much! It is still packed from floor to ceiling with everything imaginable, new and used. When you go, make sure you allow lots of time for ‘browsing’ because even if you know exactly what you want you can’t help but get caught up in everything around you.