Best Flea Markets in Ottawa
A guide to Ottawa's best flea markets and vintage markets, including schedules, what to expect, and tips for finding the best deals.
Ottawa has two main flea markets, each with a different vibe. One is a curated monthly market downtown, the other is a year-round weekly market outside the city. Both are free to attend.
613flea
Lansdowne Park · Twice monthly on Saturdays · 10 AM–4 PM · Free
613flea is Ottawa's biggest and most popular flea market, held at the historic Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne Park. The not-for-profit market features 150+ vendors selling vintage clothing, antiques, handmade goods, artisan crafts, and prepared food.
What Makes It Special
- Curated vendors — the organizers select vendors, so quality is consistently high
- Always different — the vendor lineup changes every market, so there's always something new
- Indoor venue — the Aberdeen Pavilion is a beautiful historic building, and the market runs rain or shine
- Dogs welcome — well-behaved dogs on leash are allowed
2026 Dates
The market runs twice per month on Saturdays:
Jan 10, 31 · Feb 14, 28 · Mar 7, 21 · Apr 4, 18 · May 2, 16 · Jun 6, 20 · Jul 4, 18 · Aug 1, 15 · Sep 5, 19 · Oct 3, 17 · Nov 7, 21 · Dec 5–6 (613Christmas at Carleton University)
Getting There
Nearly 1,000 paid parking spaces at Lansdowne Park, plus 600 bike parking spots. OC Transpo serves Bank Street directly.
Tips
- Arrive at 10 AM for the best picks
- Bring cash — not every vendor takes cards
- Follow @613flea on Instagram for vendor previews before each market
- The December 613Christmas at Carleton University is the biggest market of the year with 200+ vendors
Stittsville's Vintage Market
2079 Carp Road · Every Sunday · 9 AM–4 PM · Free
Formerly known as the Carp Road Flea Market, this market has been running every Sunday since 2005 — year-round, rain or shine. It's about 30 minutes west of downtown Ottawa.
What Makes It Special
- Every Sunday — you don't have to plan around a schedule, it's always open
- Year-round — operates in winter too, with indoor vendor space
- True flea market feel — less curated than 613flea, more of a treasure hunt
- Barbie Museum — home to Elizabeth's Barbie Museum with 24,000+ dolls (free to visit)
What You'll Find
Vintage clothing, antiques, furniture, vinyl records, books, art, tools, collectibles, and more. Food is available from Pong's Poutine Truck.
Getting There
Located at 2079 Carp Road, about 30 minutes from downtown. Free parking with plenty of space. No transit access — you'll need to drive.
Tips
- Arrive early (9 AM) for the best finds
- Bring cash for better deals
- The outdoor vendors are seasonal, but indoor vendors operate year-round
- Allow at least an hour — the market is bigger than it looks from the road
Which One Should You Visit?
| 613flea | Stittsville's Vintage Market | |
|---|---|---|
| When | 2x/month, Saturdays | Every Sunday |
| Hours | 10 AM–4 PM | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Where | Lansdowne (downtown) | Carp Road (30 min west) |
| Admission | Free | Free |
| Parking | Paid | Free |
| Vibe | Curated, trendy, artisan | Classic flea market, treasure hunt |
| Vendors | 150+ | Varies |
| Dogs | Yes | Check ahead |
| Transit | Yes | No (drive only) |
Go to 613flea if you want a polished, Instagram-worthy market experience with curated vendors downtown.
Go to Stittsville's if you want a classic flea market experience where you dig for hidden gems every Sunday.
FAQ
Where is the flea market in Ottawa?
Ottawa has two main flea markets: 613flea at Aberdeen Pavilion in Lansdowne Park (1015 Bank St) which runs twice monthly on Saturdays, and Stittsville's Vintage Market at 2079 Carp Road which is open every Sunday year-round. Both are free to attend.
When is the flea market in Ottawa on Saturday?
613flea runs on select Saturdays twice per month from 10 AM to 4 PM at Lansdowne Park. Check 613flea.ca for exact dates as they change each month.
Is there a flea market open every Sunday in Ottawa?
Yes, Stittsville's Vintage Market at 2079 Carp Road is open every Sunday year-round from 9 AM to 4 PM, rain or shine. It's about 30 minutes west of downtown Ottawa with free parking.
Is 613flea free?
Yes, admission to 613flea is always free. The market features 150+ vendors at Aberdeen Pavilion in Lansdowne Park. Parking at Lansdowne is paid, but bike parking is free.
Are dogs allowed at Ottawa flea markets?
Well-behaved dogs on leash are allowed at 613flea at Lansdowne Park. Check with Stittsville's Vintage Market directly about their current pet policy.
📍Featured Places
613flea
Ottawa's largest not-for-profit flea market at Lansdowne Park with 150+ vendors selling vintage clothing, antiques, handmade goods, and food. Free admission, twice monthly on Saturdays.
Stittsville's Vintage Market (Carp Road Flea Market)
A year-round Sunday flea market on Carp Road with indoor and outdoor vendors selling vintage goods, antiques, and retro finds. Free admission and parking. Home to Elizabeth's Barbie Museum.
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