The largest open-air flea market in the Tri-state area, Rogers Flea Market in Ohio boasts over 1,200 vendors spread across 250 creekside acres. With humble beginnings as a barnyard sale run by the Baer family in 1955, it now welcomes thousands of visitors every week.
Named after the village it’s held in, Rogers Flea Market has been voted the best flea market in Ohio repeatedly. Visitors can look forward to Friday flea markets and weekly auctions. With indoor and outdoor space, shopping can be enjoyed rain or shine.
What You Can Expect To Buy At Rogers Flea Market
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Shopping at Rogers Flea Market requires a few hours at least to see it all. The stalls hold all sorts of finds and it takes perseverance to sort through them. Browse plants and gardening equipment, old electronics, vintage clothing, and home appliances. Pick up ancient tools, collectible toys, vinyl records, and second-hand books. Or spruce up your home with shabby chic furniture and antiques worthy of rehoming. One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.
When it comes to food, you’ll be spoilt for choice. You’ll find fresh produce, home-baked goods, and fresh meat. Indulge in Amish doughnuts, homemade lemonade, ice cream, or spicy sausage sandwiches. Save room for the gyros from Chuck’s Best Gyros Restaurant.
Events At Rogers Flea Market
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Rogers Flea Market is open every Friday. Several auctions are held in the evenings and throughout the week where you can get products at bargain prices.
If you’re visiting on a Friday, consider staying until 5 p.m. This is when the Friday Auctions are held and you can pick up farm-fresh eggs, baked goods, and locally grown produce. A Miscellaneous Auction with agricultural supplies, antiques, household items, and gardening equipment is held at the same time. At 6 p.m, a small Livestock Auction offers rabbits, fowl, goats, and sheep.
The Monthly Consignment Auction is held every second Tuesday of the month from 1 p.m. It’s a place to pick up antiques, household items, tools, gardening equipment, building supplies, and more at a steal.
Rogers Flea Market Opening Hours
With indoor and outdoor stalls, Rogers Flea Market is open all year round. Exact opening and closing times can vary, but use the below as a guideline.
Rogers Flea Market Events |
Time |
Date |
|
Friday Flea Market |
Fridays, 7:30 a.m. onwards |
Every Friday |
|
Friday Auctions |
Fridays, 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. |
Every Friday |
|
Monthly Consignment Auction |
Second Tuesday of the month, 1 p.m. |
13 August, 10 September, 8 October, 12 November, 10 December 2019 |
|
Hay and Grain Auction |
Wednesdays, 1 p.m. |
Every Wednesday |
|
Saturday Market |
Select Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
7 September and 5 October 2019 |
Note: The official site states the market is Friday only and closed Saturday and Sunday. The Saturday markets listed above were advertised for specific dates in 2019, but no sourced facts confirm they are a recurring feature.
Rogers Flea Market Ticket Prices
There is no admission charge for the Rogers Flea Market in Ohio. There is free parking.
While you don’t need to worry about admission fees, come prepared with cash. While all auctions and a few vendors have card machines, many still prefer cash. ATMs are available in the Main Office, at Chuck’s Best Gyros Restaurant, and in the H Building.
Should you wish to hire a mobility scooter, these are available at $10 an hour, or $50 for the day.
How To Get To Rogers Flea Market
Tucked away in the hills of Ohio’s Columbiana County alongside Little Bull Creek, Rogers Flea Market is easy to get to by car. It can be found just off Old State Route 154 in the village of Rogers, Ohio.
Rogers Flea Market is an hour and a half’s drive from Cleveland, Pittsburgh, or Wheeling. Free parking is available.
Popular Tourist Attractions Near Rogers Flea Market
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Beaver Creek State Park with its 2,722 acres of hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, and camping is a 12-minute drive away. Like Rogers Flea Market, this state park is open all year round. The historic Gaston's Mill, a working mill dating back to 1837, is open to the public for its displays of antique milling machinery.
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Other markets selling fresh farm produce and vintage clothing can be found within a half-hour’s drive, such as The Market (15 minutes), Brady’s Run Farm Market (30 minutes), and the Amish Market (31 minutes).
Rogers Flea Market - There’s Something for Everyone
With a diverse selection of food and flea market finds, Rogers Flea Market is regarded as one of the top 20 flea markets in the United States. Keep an eye on the event calendar and make a day trip out of it.
Related travel guides: Your Ultimate Guide To Webster Flea Market and Your Ultimate Guide To Rose Bowl Flea Market.
