Georgetown Flea Market

An okay flea market. There’s probably about 30 vendors or so offering vintage jewelry, antiquey housewares, knives of all types and sizes and Asian imports. We didn’t find anything that tickled our fancy, but it’s a fun way to spend an idle Sunday afternoon.

I LOVED the flea market. I got 3 gorgeous chiffon and tulle 1950’s dresses with metal zippers for $ 20 each. Such a steal. There was another booth full of turquoise Native American jewelry and I stocked up on rings. Prices were $ 10-​$ 35 for the rings I purchased. Very fair. Spent way too much total but leaving extremely happy with my purchases. Everyone was very nice and friendly despite the heat. Bring water.

Vintage Diva and flea market sleuth here! I buy, I wear, and I sell vintage clothes that is (ladies and gents) and I did my second setup at the Georgetown Flea Market (GTFM), which btw has something for everybody. I love this venue and you can network and make your rounds to see what the other vendors are selling, and I’m sure you’ll end up buying something like I did. I’m re-​decorating my house and the GTFM is a gold mine while looking for cool and unique furnishings and «whatnots.» I’ve collected a few business cards (networking) cause I will be touching base w/​a few vendors afterwards. I’m there on Sundays so come check me out and buy some really nice vintage clothes (and the other vendors) and if I don’t have what you’re looking for at the moment, I’ll see what I can do for ya the next time around. Just come to the GTFM and see for yourself what you can get; just wear comfy shoes and bring a cold bottle of water or two.

As an avid thift store/​flea market/​garage sale/​yard sale junkie, the Georgetown Flea Market has EVERYTHING I love about, what I call, The Art of the Find. Haggle, dicker, bargain, negotiate — it’s a wonderful way to spend any day of week; however, the Flea is only open 8am-​4pm, weather permitting, on Sundays, so plan accordingly. The flea wraps up, around and behind the school there, so be sure to make the full run — there are treasures EVERYWHERE!
Plenty of street parking, Safeway across the street for refreshments or to use the «facilities» — a most EXCELLENT plus! Vendors are friendly and easy to work with — pleasant interactions and, generally, affordable transactions.
Of course at a flea, variety is key and there is PLENTY of it here. You can pick up outdoor, indoor and international items for your home — even fresh flowers, starter plants for gardens AND SUCCULENTS — the best plant variety out there for an apartment garden!
Overall, The Georgetown Flea is DEFINITELY worth it! It’s a wonderful way to spend a Sunday and a great way to support local small business!

Loved it – totally worth the visit. We visited DC and specifically spent a Sunday in Georgetown so we could hit this flea market up. It was awesome — vendors of all types, gorgeous day, lots of variety and price points. We walked away with a few awesome pieces and had some great conversation along the way. Awesome!

Its OK. A nice way to pass a warm summer afternoon in the city. And parking was much more plentiful than I though it would be.
Enjoyment of a flea market can be largely influence by the number and variety of vendors, what goods happen to be there on a particular day, and having a great friend to go treasure hunting with.
The great friend I had — but there were not the 100s of vendors that I’d seen reported elsewhere. Yesterday there were a few dozen. I nice mix of furniture, jewelry, wall art, antiques, etc… Not really what I was expecting, and nothing like the great urban flea markets I’ve been to in London and Paris.
I had fun though. And there were a few vendors that I know I’ll be back to visit again and do more damage to my bank account.

Not quite what I was expecting. I suppose the Georgetown address conjured up images of an Eastern Market look-​a-​like on the west side of town. Far from it. Instead of independent artists selling quality pieces mixed in with a few thrift finds, this is all thrift. A few steps above the old Florida Ave market (i.e. didn’t see any packaged underwear), but not by much. Mostly old glassware and jewelry (but nothing high quality). The highlight was finding a mid-​century coffee table with matching side table that was beautiful.

Came here looking for a bike but they only had pricey used bikes ranging in the $ 300+. Everything else is just weird old antiques. You should only go if this type of scene is your thing. FYI, there wasn’t any food =(

3.5 stars for effort. That’s how I would rate the Georgetown Flea Market — if comparing it to Eastern Market — for ambiance, location, variety and quantity of goods. It’s a pleasant pit stop in Georgetown for Safeway shoppers on the weekends. The location is slightly awkward, though: its space is sort of sloped and wedged in a parking lot off of Wisconsin Ave. We have found unusual antiques and jewelry here but, for the most part, end up at Eastern Market when we want the full flea market experience in a relaxed neighborhood: *live* music, the famous indoor market (and celebrated «blues» pancakes), numerous artist stalls, area cafes/​restaurants AND the flea market. Sorry, Georgetown. Capitol Hill beats you here, hands down.

Generally smaller than the Eastern Market crowds — but fun. Antigues, jewelry, paintings and old clothes. It’s eclectic but that’s why you come to Georgetown isn’t it. It reminds you of a car caravan because people literally sell out of the back of their vans with some tables thrown around. Bring a drink and your dog and browse.

The flea market is great and a fun place to hang out on a Sunday morning. Just make sure not to go expecting to find anything in particular.

Sunday 9 – 1 at the Fillmore school. I wasn’t too impressed with the selection but they’ve got a lot of stuff for packrats from packrats

My first visit to the Georgetown Flea Market was shortly after it’s reopening in Georgetown. It is held every Sunday from 8am-​4pm on the grounds of Hardy Middle School.
While not the biggest market I’ve ever been to, there was certainly still plenty to browse. I think my friend and I were wandering around the stalls for a couple hours at least, but we were taking our leisurely time. I walked away with some pretty nice finds including some jewelry and some wall art. I haven’t been back since my first visit earlier this fall but today was admiring the picture I purchased from there… which reminded me I have to go back! (since the holiday season is approaching!)
They also have a location in Arlington (which was where the market had relocated to while the Gtown location was closed) that still operated on Saturdays and Sundays (
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The Georgetown Flea Market is a great spot to consider stopping if you’re in the area on a Sunday afternoon. Bring cash though, because only a few vendors are able to take credit cards (and some require a minimum purchase to do so).