Since 1973, Saint Louis has hosted the Annual Gypsy Caravan. Sponsored by the Saint Louis Symphony Volunteer Association, the Gypsy Caravan is one of the largest antique, craft, and flea markets in the Midwest. For the last three years, the Gypsy Caravan has been held in Downtown St. Louis in the area just north of historic Union Station. Vendors come from a number of states to offer everything from jewelry to jelly jars, trinkets to treasures, and birdhouses to bureaus. Delicious food and beverages are all around to refresh you as you explore. All proceeds from the Gypsy Caravan go to support the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra and the Symphony's education and community programs. For more information, visit www.gypsycaravan.stl.org.
The Valley Junction Antique Jamboree is held on Sundays in June, August and September in Valley Junction, Iowa. Over 120 Midwestern antique dealers gather to offer a wide variety of furniture, glassware, primitives, stoneware, jewelry, toys, quilts, and more. Admission is free. For more information, log on to www.valleyjunction.com/specialevents.html.
The Kane County Flea Market is held every month usually on the first weekend of the month. They are open Saturdays from 12pm-5pm and Sundays from 7am-4pm. Admission is $5, parking is free, and food is served all day. You're sure to find some great deals on antiques and collectibles.
References
www.farmington-antiques.com
www.gypsycaravan.stl.org
www.firstmondaycanton.com
www.alleganantiques.com
www.longbeachantiquemarket.com
www.valleyjunction.com/specialevents.html
www.rhinebeckantiquesfair.com
www.rgcshows.com
www.lakewoodantiques.com
www.jenkinsshows.com/springfield.html