Markets on Theaterplein

Want to taste the real Antwerp? Then head to Theaterplein in the weekend. On Saturdays you will find the Exotische markt (Exotic Market) with local and southern specialities. On Sundays, at the famous Vogelenmarkt (Bird Market) you can pick up antiques, flowers and clothes, among other things. You can experience the centuries-long Antwerp market tradition here. 

• Exotische markt | Oudevaartplaats, Theaterplein and vicinity | Saturday: 8.00-16.00 (including public holidays)
• Vogelenmarkt | Oudevaartplaats, Theaterplein and vicinity | Sunday: 8.00-14.00 (including public holidays)

Antiques at Sint-Jansvliet

You can also spend hours browsing the Sunday antique market on the Sint-Jansvliet. Complete your trip by visiting Linkeroever via the authentic pedestrian tunnel. 

• Antique market | Sint-Jansvliet | Sunday: 9.00-17.00 (not on public holidays)

Auction at the Vrijdagmarkt

The Vrijdagmarkt is a relatively unknown, but very cosy square. In addition to Museum Plantin-Moretus, you will find numerous terraces and restaurants. On Fridays, the tranquillity gives way to a centuries-old custom: the auctioning of furniture and other items coming from old household contents. Who knows, perhaps you’ll put your hand in the air to bid for a beautiful, authentic find?

• Vrijdagmarkt  | Auction of old household contents | Friday: 9.00-13.00

Biomarkt on the Falconplein

Delicious, healthy and organic food can be found at the biomarkt on Falconplein, in the middle of the Schipperskwartier. Not only can you feast your eyes on home-grown fruit and vegetables, but you can also allow yourself to be seduced by the aromas of organic bread and pastries at this cosy market. Tip: a 5-minute walk takes you to the foot of the MAS. Settle down in the sun with your fresh punnet of strawberries, all that remains is to enjoy!

• Bioplein | Falconplein | Sunday: 8.00-16.00

Paris in Antwerp on Lambermontmartre

Lambermontmartre is the largest painting market in the Benelux, featuring artists from all over Europe. Painters, drawers, photographers and illustrators display their work at the foot of the imposing Royal Museum of Fine Arts. Stroll past the various stands and enjoy a slice of Paris in Antwerp.

• Lambermontmartre | Lambermontplaats, Leopold De Waelplaats | May-September (every last Sunday): 12.00-17.00

Comic and book square

Every third Sunday of the month, De Coninckplein, known for the Permeke library, turns into a book square. You can also buy comics here. Enjoy the cosy atmosphere, pick up a cappuccino at Viggo's coffee bar and start reading your new acquisition at the legendary Café Kiebooms.

• Comic and book square | De Coninckplein | all year round, third Sunday of every month: 10.00-16.00 

Flea market at Dageraadplaats

Thanks to its many cafés, restaurants and location in the beautiful Zurenborgwijk, the Dageraadplaats is one of the city’s nicest squares. On a number of Sundays in the summer, you can search there for treasures at a flea market. And of course, afterwards you can enjoy a cool pint at Café Zeezicht or a delicious snack at Aan het strand van Oostende.

• Flea market Dageraadplaats | in 2026 on Sunday 10 May, 7 June, 26 July, 9 August and 13 September

Brocantwerpen

The Grote Markt is the picturesque venue for Brocantwerpen. Browse through antiques, vintage items, vinyl records, books and curiosities. You might just find a unique piece of antique furniture here that you can breathe new life into.

• Brocantwerpen | Grote Markt | April–October: 10 am–6 pm, dates at brocantwerpen.be

Rubensmarkt 

Take a time machine to the baroque era at the annual Rubens Market. On that day, the market vendors sell their goods dressed in seventeenth-century costumes. Culinary specialities, a small gift or a beautiful bouquet for (Antwerp’s) Mother's Day? You're sure to find what you're looking for in this sumptuous offering. 

• Rubensmarkt | Grote Markt and vicinity | 15 August: 8.00-22.00