The Chilmark Flea Market Open 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays, June 27 – September 1.

“The Flea,” as it is affectionately known, is the oldest outdoor flea market on the Island. The year 2012 marks its 45th anniversary. Here, you can find an eclectic mix of antiques, vintage goods, imports, and handmade items from artists and craftspeople. When you need a break to savor your latest find, try the culinary treats provided by the Scottish Bakehouse, Chil-mart Lemonade, Aunt Simone‘s Apple Cake – and take home A Savory Pie for dinner. Merchants at The Flea are seasonal or Island residents with many loyal vendors returning year after year since The Flea was first held on the Church grounds. A varied assortment of treasures are waiting to be discovered. Free Parking & Admission.

LOCATION: 142 North Road, in the field across from the old schoolhouse, between Tabor House Rd. and Tea Lane (closer to Tea Lane), and just 3 miles from Menemsha.

Directions: From Oak Bluffs & Vineyard Haven Drive up State Rd. to West Tisbury, take a right at North Rd. The Flea is approx. 3 miles on the left. From Aquinnah & Chilmark – Drive to Beetlebung Corner, take Menemsha Cross Rd. toward Menemsha, turn right at North Rd. The Flea is approx. 3 miles on the right. From Edgartown – Take the Edgartown / West Tisbury Rd. going up Island. Take a right at State Rd. (Follow the sign pointing toward Vineyard Haven & Oak Bluffs. It seems contradictory, but this is in fact the most direct route – it‘s an “Island-ism”) Turn left at North Rd. The Flea is approx. 3 miles on the left.

A little History: The Chilmark Flea originated in 1967 on the grounds of the Chilmark Church located at 9 Menemsha Cross Road. Over time, growing popularity and parking limitations forced The Flea to leave its home. It first moved to a delightful and sprawling Middle Road field strewn with large boulders and many trees which helped provide shade for the vendors. After several years in the field, The Flea found itself doing the Vineyard shuffle: moving across town lines to the West Tisbury School on Old County Road, where there was no shade whatsoever. After one baking hot summer on the school’s parking lot, however, The Flea returned to Chilmark, thanks to a generous local who wanted to give back to the community by offering the use of his property at 142 North Road. After four years there, The Flea continues to thrive.

Hosted by the Chilmark Community Church The Church is located at 9 Menemsha Cross Road, Chilmark, MA 02535

Worship – Sundays at 9 a.m.

Lobster Rolls – Tuesdays 4:30-7 p.m.