Sellers and buyers ready to descend on tiny town for flea market

by Corbin Crable | Jul 29, 2026 | Kansas, Mid-American

August 2026

Sellers and buyers ready to descend on tiny town for flea market

It’s flea market time in the tiny town of Sparks, which boasts a population of only nine, according to the website for the Sparks Antiques and Collectibles Flea Market.

Its population will soar to more than 75,000 for both 2026 shows. This year, the fall show is set for Sept. 3-6. The market will include more than 500 vendors selling antiques, vintage finds, collectibles, toys, furniture, home décor, and more. The town is located about 30 miles west of St. Joseph, MO.

For more information, including info on lodging and parking, visit www.sparksantiquesandcollectibles.com.

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Sparks Flea Market

You don’t want to miss one of the largest flea markets in one of the smallest towns in the Midwest! (Image courtesy of Facebook)

Sun, sidewalk sales, and summertime at Jesse James and Rusty Chandelier

by Corbin Crable | Jul 29, 2026 | Mid-American, Missouri

August 2026

Sun, sidewalk sales, and summertime at Jesse James and Rusty Chandelier

Jesse James Antique Mall and The Rusty Chandelier in St. Joseph will bring their bargains outdoors when they host their Sidewalk Sale on Aug. 21-23. Wares from more than 280 dealers will be sold both outdoors at the event and inside in both stores.

In addition, the stores’ Parking Lot Flea Market will take place on Aug. 22.

For more information, call 816-232-0099 or 816-676-0662; you also can visit www.jessejamesantiquemall.com or www.rustychandelier.com.

Professional appraiser Tom Tagen

The Sidewalk Sale and Parking Lot Flea Market both return to Jesse James Antique Mall this month. (Image courtesy of Facebook)

Fun in store at Lamar Free Fair

by Corbin Crable | Jul 29, 2026 | Mid-American, Missouri

August 2026

Fun in store at Lamar Free Fair

One of Missouri’s largest fairs will offer several days of entertainment when it descends on downtown Lamar, Aug. 22-29.

Highlights of the fair will include the Rotary Fair Queen Pageant, as well as a carnival, youth livestock show, art show, food vendors, parades, and blue-ribbon contests.

The fair will take place in the town’s Constitution Square in downtown Lamar.
For more information, call 417-850-2033 or visit www.bartoncounty.com/fair.

For more information, call Jesse James at 816-232-0099.

Lamar Free Fair

The annual Lamar Free Fair will take attendees on one wild ride after another, Aug. 22-29. (Image courtesy of Facebook)

Hit the road to find plenty of bargains across Central Arkansas

by Corbin Crable | Jun 27, 2026 | Arkansas, Mid-American

August 2026

Hit the road to find plenty of bargains across Central Arkansas

The annual shopping extravaganza Bargains Galore on Highway 64 will take bargain hunters from Fort Smith to Beebe, Aug. 10-12.

Sellers setting up shop at stops along the highway throughout Central Arkansas will be selling a variety of gently used items, including clothing, furniture, antiques, crafts and collectibles. Stop for a bite and a rest at a number of food trucks and live music locations throughout.

For more information, e-mail bgaloreon64@gmail.com or visit the event’s Facebook page.

Bargains Galore on Hwy 64

You’re sure to find refreshments along the way, as well as treasures for a new home during the Bargains Galore on Highway 64, Aug. 10-12 in Central Arkansas. (Image courtesy of Facebook)

Browse more than 300 booths at Antique Alley in Conway this July

by Corbin Crable | Jun 27, 2026 | Mid-American

July 2026

Browse more than 300 booths at Antique Alley in Conway this July

Conway will once again host the Antique Alley Arkansas Antique Show, July 10-12 inside the Conway Expo Center.

More than 300 booths will be set up inside the venue, selling both vintage and vintage-inspired items, as well as handmade treasures. Multiple food trucks will also be on site to feed hungry shoppers. Admission is $10 for the early buying day on Friday, July 10, and it’s $10 for Saturday, July 11, and $5 for Sunday, July 12.

For more information, visit www.AntiqueAlleyAR.com.

Antique Alley

Bring your summer vibes to Antique Alley, July 10-12 at the Conway Expo Center in Conway, AR. There you’ll find cool deals on vintage and vintage-inspired items. (Image courtesy of Facebook)