The DUMBO Archway is a stone vault under the Manhattan Bridge, and the Flea fills it with vintage racks, antique dealers, design sellers and food, so the browsing happens in a room made of bridge. It is the original Brooklyn Flea and still the most reliable weekend hunt in the city for mid-century furniture, old denim and things nobody makes anymore. If you are doing the Washington Street photo and the waterfront anyway, this is the stop that turns the walk into an afternoon.
What to expect
Rows of vendor tables and racks under the archway's vaulted ceiling, split between vintage clothing, antiques, design objects, handmade goods and food. The archway is covered, so the market runs in most weather, and traffic is heaviest in the early afternoon.
Good to know
- The archway is at 80 Pearl Street; the F to York Street and the A/C to High Street are the closest trains
- It is covered, which makes it a good rainy-day option in a neighborhood that has few
- Bring a tote — vintage dealers rarely bag purchases
- Come early if you are hunting; the best pieces move before lunch
- Many vendors prefer cards, but small dealers may still be cash-friendly
- Combine it with the Manhattan Bridge view on Washington Street, one block away
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Common questions
Which days does it run?
Every Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 5pm, through December 21.
What is sold there?
A curated mix of vintage clothing, antiques, design pieces, handmade goods and food.
Is it indoors?
It is set up under the DUMBO Archway beneath the Manhattan Bridge, so it is covered overhead and open at the sides.
