The Fruit Flea Market
Coming Up Next
35 days to the eventSun, Apr 20DurhamPlants for the People is a workers-centric theme that focuses on the wellbeing of regular folk when it comes to what we grow, eat, smoke, infuse and enjoy. Our Earth provides all we need to thrive, and cultivating resistance by strengthening our connection to nature is what 4/20 is all about.
More 2025 FF dates coming very soon.
Free Parking on Sunday in the Ramseur St. Lot
Everything your grungy lil heart desires!!!
60% Flea Market, 40% Art Market, 100% fun!
What is the Fruit Flea Market?
The Fruit Flea Market is a DIY flea market and cultural gathering which occurs up to six times per year and features a carefully curated collection of more than 40 unique local(ish) vendors that sell everything from ceramic goodies, vintage clothing & retro games, original artwork, vinyl & cassettes, oddities, taxidermy, artisan jewelry, curiosities, antiques, herbal remedies, & much much more. This event is pet and well behaved child friendly. ( Our NSFW markets are 18+)
What to expect
Each FF market is an mostly indoor experience, with a small amount of porch space, weather permitting. Other goodies to expect include a live set from DJ Lava Lamp, spinning beats at a beautifully moderate volume, a rotating list of food trucks, local coffee and croissant providers Whisk & Rye to keep you caffeinated, take a load off and enjoy vintage movies and cartoons playing on the big screen in the theater, each market incluedes an ever-changing themed photo booth courtesy of photographer Jess Crugar, and last but certainly not least fabulous cocktails + mocktails in the basement at Club Era, Durham's own Gay, Queer, Trans (and beyond) nightclub and bar.
WHAT IS THE FRUIT?
Voted Durham's ‘Best Kept Secret’ and the Triangle’s ‘Best Place to Dance,’ The Fruit is located at 305 south Dillard St. in Durham N.C. An unique arts warehouse like no other that hosts an ever rotating group of experimental artists and musicians. The home of The Fruit Flea, formerly known as the Durham Fruit and Produce Company, a century ago this 22,000sf warehouse complex housed giant coolers for fruits and veggies arriving by train. Furthermore, The Fruit is a safe space by promoting norms that help our audiences and artists enjoy their time with us. We want people here to be their full, authentic, human selves. Thus our norms include consent for physical contact, respect for pronouns, and banning phobic or threatening speech.
Where Does My $$ go?
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Application Fee: $10.00
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3'x6': $30.00
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5'x7': $45.00
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10'x10': $75.00
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Suggested $5 donation at the door.
We understand that financial constraints can affect everyone. Please be assured that every dollar contributed by our supporters is reinvested directly into the market. Your application and booth fees are dedicated to making The Fruit Flea Market an affordable event for all attendees and vendors. The diverse and talented individuals in the Triangle inspire us every day, and we take pride in creating a semi-monthly home for them by keeping application fees low and providing multiple booth sizes for different budgets. If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at Fruitfleabag@gmail.com.
Past Fruit Flea Markets!
