Thrift Shopping, Texas Style

Vintage shopping is having a moment. From celebrities spotted sporting “vintage” pieces to resellers upcycling clothing, jewelry and more on reselling apps, vintage shopping is definitely making what’s old feel new again. If thrifting isn’t something you’ve ever thought about (let alone tried!) or something you can’t quite understand the appeal of, well, then you’ve never been to a flea market in Texas! These Texas-sized flea markets are so massive and exciting you’ll need multiple days to enjoy them properly. These aren’t like your grandma’s flea markets, where you’re sifting through tubs of mismatched Tupperware and linens that haven’t been in style in decades. Today’s flea markets are a mix of old and new, vintage and on-trend. You’ll find everything from handmade homewares to  carefully curated collections of vinyl and 3D printed trinkets to of-the-moment fashion items. If you’re looking to try your hand at thrift and vintage shopping, add these unique Texas spots to your list!

Three spots to shop for unique treasures in Texas

• Canton First Mondays– Taking place the weekend before the first Monday of each month, Canton First Mondays calls itself the world’s largest flea market. This spot is truly a sprawling experience that you’ll want to spend multiple days enjoying. Shop your heart out for everything under the sun. You name it, Canton has it. You’ll have so much fun here you’ll want to visit again and again. 

• Antique Alley Texas– One hundred plus miles of treasures, unique finds and one-of-a-kind pieces await! Spanning eight Texas cities, Antique Alley is truly a modern-day treasure hunt for the gems of yesteryear. With shows twice a year, you’ll want to add these events to your calendar and start planning your trip- this is one shopping extravaganza not to be missed!

• Round Top Antiques Show– One of the largest antique shows in the Country, the Round Top Antiques Show has been taking place for more than 50 years. Located between Austin and Houston, this show takes place three times a year and draws folks from all over looking for unique items they won’t find anywhere else. 

Happy thrifting! 

North Texas lodging

After a few long days of shopping, wheeling and dealing, you’ll want a cozy place to relax with your new treasures. Consider booking a stay at Ennis Luxury RV, located just 18 miles south of Dallas and within easy driving distance of Canton First Mondays and Antique Alley. This luxury RV resort is located right by Buc-ee’s for easy snack runs and features an on-site dog park, showers, free WiFi and more. What are you waiting for? Book your thrifting trip to Texas today!