Skip mainstream shopping malls and drop by these pop-ups and flea markets in Singapore.
Clearly, Singapore is a shopping paradise. But we can’t give all the credit to world-class malls and cool indie boutiques. The city also has heaps of rad flea markets, pop-up markets and bazaars for those looking for one-of-a-kind furniture, locally-produced food, handmade goodies, vintage wares and all sorts of wonderful steals. To make retail therapy a little easier, we’ve done the treasure hunting for you with this list of flea markets in Singapore.
Best flea markets in Singapore
1. Curbside Crafters
Permanent location with rotating booths
Nestled in the middle of sunny Kampong Glam is Curbside Crafters. It’s the perfect place for when you don’t feel like chasing the next pop-up but still want to find new local brands to support. This charming space sees new crafters practically every week. You’ll find vendors selling handmade products like soaps, clothes, and accessories. Keep an eye out for the Curbside Corner event at The Pink House. There are even more brands that pop in to take up a booth space!
Curbside Crafters, 730 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198698
2. The Local Farm Weekend
Every first weekend of the month
Farmers’ markets aren’t commonplace in Singapore. So imagine our excitement when we heard The Local Farm plans to host something every month! Show your support to our local farmers and grocers by dropping by to browse their wares. You’ll find everything from fresh fish to artisanal coffee. Plus, this fair has expanded to include homegrown businesses. Talk about loving local!
The Local Farm Weekend, Nyee Phoe Gardenasia, 240 Neo Tiew Cres, Singapore 718898
3. Katong Square Lifestyle & Vintage Market
Multiple times a year
Calling all bargain hunters and vintage buffs! Touted as the city’s true blue vintage flea market (and the Portobello Market of Singapore), this lifestyle and vintage market offers just about everything. From antiques to bespoke items, there are retro finds like vinyl records, vintage jewellery and accessories. Or timeless fashion pieces, kitschy souvenirs and more.
Katong Square Lifestyle & Vintage Market, Katong Square, 86/88 East Coast Road, Singapore 423371
4. Boutique Fairs Singapore
Twice a year
There’s a whopping variety of independent businesses offering a mix of quality goodies at this fabulous shopping extravaganza. This is where you can get your hands on eclectic furniture, quirky wallpapers, eye-catching stationery and women’s and men’s fashion. It’s also the best way to discover under-the-radar and independent brands and shop responsibly – the line-up always features socially conscious brands.
Boutique Fairs Singapore, The Pit Building, 1 Republic Boulevard, Singapore 038975
5. The Fair
Multiple times a year
Compete the crowds for the best finds at The Fair. You can easily find anything from bold handmade jewellery to art pieces and quirky thingamajigs for your home. The Fair also hosts close to 50 local and international vendors, so you won’t be leaving empty-handed!
The Fair, next location to be announced
6. Public Garden
Multiple times a year
Besides hosting workshops for crafty, creative types, Public Garden hosts one of the coolest flea markets in Singapore. It’s expanded to Consumer Trade Shows that are all about supporting local and regional talent. We’ve picked up amazing independent fashion, leather sandals and special pieces by local jewellers at this carefully curated market. And it just gets better and better. Brands like Paper Forest, Norms Project, Sew Jazz and more have been known to make their cameos.
Public Garden, Suntec Convention and Exhibition Centre, Suntec City, 1 Raffles Boulevard, 039593
7. The Luggage Market
Every Sunday
If shopping on a budget is your priority, then be sure to drop by The Luggage Market. You’ll find over 45 booths selling preloved clothes and other accessories. This market works a little differently because everything is sold out of luggages. So don’t expect the typical booth setups that you might find at other flea markets. You’ll end up doing a lot of crouching in order to sift through these secondhand pieces, so dress comfortably!
The Luggage Market, Aperia Mall, 12 Kallang Avenue, Singapore 339511
8. Flea Party
Monthly
Spotted a flea market near you recently? There’s a high chance that it’s organised by Fleawhere: Singapore’s largest and most frequent flea market organiser. Whether you’re a craft-hunting hipster or a vintage hunter, Fleawhere’s got something for everyone. These guys are the ones behind the wildly successful Artbox, a buzzy, creative market originating from Bangkok. Keep an eye out on the social media pages for the next pop-up!
Flea Party, next location to be announced
9. The Local People
Stay tuned for the next event
Without a doubt, these folks organise one of the best fleas in Singapore. The Local People started out as a platform to help young brands and designers carve a name for themselves in Singapore’s art scene. It’s labelled itself to be the antithesis of low-quality mass production goods. It also has an online store featuring products from various vendors, for those who prefer shopping in bed (or can’t wait for the next flea!).
The Local People, next location to be announced
10. Sunday Social Market
Multiple times a year
The brainchild of DJ Zig Zach and Jade Amar, this Sunday happening combines the idea of music and fashion. So you know what that means — plenty of shopping! Mark your Sunday out for a great catch-up with friends amongst upbeat house music and tasty grub. Not forgetting local brands, talented crafters and artisanal bakers. Make sure you’ve got plenty of cash in hand to snap up anything from home accessories to fashion must-haves.
Sunday Social Market, next location to be announced
11. Singapore Really Really Free Market
Multiple times a year
Believe us when we say that everything here is completely free. Following the Really, Really Free Market movement, Singapore Really Free Market promotes community sharing. If you’re up for sharing your items (or skills even!), you’re more than welcome to peddle them. No registration or fees necessary! But be gracious and show some restraint; don’t go hogging everything, now!
Singapore Really Really Free Market, next location to be announced
12. Twilight: Flea and Feast
Multiple times a year
Inspired by the popular hawkers’ market in Australia, the event is loaded with global street food, unique wares and live music. The previous editions saw features like giant game pieces of beloved childhood games Jenga, Tic Tac Toe and Connect Four. There were also craft workshops in watercolour calligraphy, clay and wood making, as well as love-themed installations for your next Instagram snap. Will this flea market get any bigger during the next one?
Twilight: Flea & Feast, next location to be announced
13. Blogshop Clearance @ Suntec Convention
Multiple times a year
More than 60 of your fave blogshops will be selling their stocks for a fraction of the usual price at this market. If you follow the socials too, you’ll get wind of new markets that happen around the island. This includes other pop-ups and even Christmas themed markets!
Blogshop Clearance @ Suntec Convention, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Suntec City, Singapore 039593
Past flea markets we’re eagerly waiting on for updates
14. So Gelam Market
Multiple times a year
This weekend flea market at Baghdad Street will have you cash out on beauty products by Aura Nur Spa, new threads by Frock & Flock, bamboo homewares by Glambue, batik clothes by Heartakarun, handcrafted pins and cushions by Kush Kush by Em, canvas bags and planners by Original Ordinary, and more. If you’re all about ethical shopping, check out Sonder Social which will be there with its selection of compassion boxes.
So Gelam Market, Baghdad Street, Kampong Glam, Singapore
15. Zouk Flea & Easy
Stay tuned for the next event
The biggest club in Singapore isn’t always about partying! Aside from music therapy, the Zouk Flea & Easy and ZouKiDisco series also dish out retail therapy with the pop-up bazaar concept. We last saw the event’s return at Zouk’s address at The Cannery along with the indie pop-up flea market, Sunset Pasar. Expect a well-curated market where you can be sure to dig up something awesome from the selection of emerging brands and designers — here’s hoping it’ll come soon!
Zouk Flea & Easy, 3C River Valley Road, The Cannery, Singapore 109722
16. MAAD – Market of Artists And Designers
Stay tuned for the next event
We’re so glad that the Red Dot Design Museum is back, and in some cool new digs now, located along the Marina Bay Waterfront. And with the return of the museum, the crowd favourite MAAD Market has been revived and we loved the latest edition earlier this month. Good news for those who are looking to indulge in some of your own retail therapy and #supportlocal makers – see you at the next one!
MAAD – Market of Artists And Designers, next location to be announced
17. Togetherly x Spring Delights
Stay tuned for the next event
Get together for more flea market goodies! Plenty of shopping to go around, and there will also be music performances to keep you company. Togetherly is known for its on-the-move all-inclusive markets for everyone who is keen to learn and explore unique lifestyle pursuits. One of their unique features is also the Togetherly Book Exchange, a bookswap social movement that has gained a following in Singapore since its inception — get involved!
Togetherly x Spring Delights, next location to be announced
And now you know where to head for a rockin’ flea market in Singapore.
