If you’re ready to get out of the house for a bit, we’ve got some great news for you – Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day is set to re-open at the end of the month. Held for the first time in the 1800s, it’s one of the state’s oldest flea markets. And with hundreds of vendors and an average annual attendance of 150,000, it’s also touted as the biggest. Read on for all the details because this is one event you don’t want to miss.

Make your first post-pandemic outing one to remember by attending Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day, Mississippi’s largest and one of the USA’s oldest known flea markets.

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A longstanding tradition, the market was held for the first time in 1893. It’s continued to wow savvy shoppers throughout the years, and now takes place on the Saturday and Sunday before the first Monday of every month.

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Like most everything else, Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day was affected by the COVID pandemic; however, the market’s been okayed to reopen because of its open-air nature. Plus, it’s large enough to allow for adequate social distancing.

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The next shopping event is the June market, which will be held on Saturday, May 30th and Sunday, May 31st. (Remember, the market is always held the weekend PRIOR to the first Monday of the month.)

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Hosting more than 600 vendors, it offers one of the mid-south’s most unique shopping experiences.

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The merchandise is as varied as the vendors. As you meander around the market, you’ll find a wonderfully diverse array of goods, services, and livestock.

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There’s plenty of food, too. The tasty variety includes everything from typical fair fare to seafood, tacos, and more.

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Rides and other activities are also part of the Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day, making it a great visit for the entire family.

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Remember, Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day is always held the weekend before the first Monday of the month. It’s open 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday and 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call (662) 837-4051. You can also visit the Ripley’s First Monday Trade Day website or Facebook page.

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This isn’t the state’s only must-visit market. Read about another here.

 

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