From the Fontainebleau flea market to the Mitry-Mory and Thomery garage sales, our tour of 7 bargain-hunting stops on the weekend of May 16-17, 2026 in Seine-et-Marne.
The weekend of May 16-17, 2026 wakes up the bargain hunters of the Brie and the Pays meldois. Seine-et-Marne lines up 7 documented events, from the imperial squares of Fontainebleau to the suburban streets of Mitry-le-Neuf. The département covers a wide range of settings: Fontainebleau forest, Seine valley, Brie plateau, Meaux country.
Mid-May settles the steady season in Île-de-France. Café terraces open. Village squares find their buzz again. The stall day calendar fills up everywhere in the 77.
Why is this weekend worth the drive? The concentration on Sunday May 17. Six events run simultaneously, from the north (Mitry-Mory) to the south (Thomery, Boissise-la-Bertrand) of the département.
To the north — the Paris ring
Chelles flea market at the Terre & Ciel mall
The kick-off happens indoors. The Chelles flea market takes over the Terre & Ciel shopping mall on May 17, 2026. A popular rendezvous for east Paris, sized for visitors arriving by public transport from Paris.
What can you find? Antique furniture, vintage objects, knick-knacks, varied surprises. Chelles was once a residence of the Merovingian queens. The event gathers dealers, bargain hunters and families in a sheltered format, safe from the weather. See the page.
Big spring garage sale in Mitry-le-Neuf
In the Mitry-le-Neuf neighbourhood, in Mitry-Mory. The Big spring garage sale is one of the most-anticipated annual events in the north of the département. Run by the town hall, it takes place close to the Mitry RER B station.
Who is it for? Bargain hunters from across ÃŽle-de-France thanks to the RER access. Residents of Mitry-Mory and neighbouring towns staff most of the stalls. Clothing, toys, tableware, furniture: classic stalls but on a real big neighbourhood scale. See the page.
In the centre — towards Meaux
Montceaux-lès-Meaux garage sale
Off to the Pays meldois. The Montceaux-lès-Meaux garage sale takes over the town hall square. The Brie village once hosted Queen Marguerite de Valois's château — a historical note in a small-scale stall day.
The 3 € per linear meter rate stays unbeatable. Local residents play the game and really empty their attics. Village vibe guaranteed, free parking nearby. See the page.
To the south — the Seine valley and Fontainebleau
Fontainebleau monthly flea market
The professional event of the weekend. The Fontainebleau monthly flea market takes place on place de l'Aigle Noir, in the heart of the imperial town, a stone's throw from the château. The May edition falls on May 17, 2026.
Who is it for? Seasoned bargain hunters after serious finds. Antique dealers and merchants showcase furniture, curiosities, decor pieces and collectors' items. The setting is prestigious: bargain hunting feels like sightseeing. See the page.
Thomery garage sale
5 km north-east of Fontainebleau. The Thomery garage sale is run by the town hall at the village gym. The town is famous for its wine-growing past — the Thomery chasselas grape made its name in the 19th century.
The 10 € for 5 meters stall rate stays very accessible. Sign-ups in April at the town hall. Family vibe, stalls aimed at residents and bargain hunters from the Fontainebleau-Meaux ring. See the page.
Seine-Port monthly flea market
The heritage rendezvous of the first Sunday of each month. The Seine-Port monthly flea market has been running since 1975 on the picturesque place Madame de Montesson, under the historic linden trees.
Reserved for professional dealers, it gathers around thirty hand-picked stallholders. Antique furniture, decor, knick-knacks, paintings: the selection is curated. For the May 16-17 weekend, the next monthly edition lands in early June. See the page.
Boissise-la-Bertrand spring garage sale
The intimate format of the weekend. The Boissise-la-Bertrand spring garage sale takes place on the school car park with just 27 stalls: 11 four-meter stands and 9 two-meter stands.
The interest? Close-knit vibe, direct exchanges between residents and bargain hunters. The town sits on the Seine in the south of the département. The valley is pretty, the stalls go quickly. Combine with a riverside walk. See the page.
Practical tips for the weekend
How do you make the most of the weekend? Three habits of seasoned bargain hunters are worth borrowing.
Pick your axis. The département is large. The northern ring (Chelles, Mitry-Mory) fits a morning out from Paris. The southern axis (Fontainebleau, Thomery, Boissise) takes more driving but adds more charm. The Meaux centre suits anyone after Brie authenticity.
Arrive early. At ÃŽle-de-France municipal garage sales, 9am is already late. Most organisers open by 7am or 8am. Pros land at dawn for rare pieces.
Bring cash and bags. Many small stallholders don't take cards. Budget 5-15 € for a common object, 50-200 € for Brie furniture. Sturdy bags are a must, especially at indoor stall days.
To sum up
What stands out about the weekend of May 16-17 in Seine-et-Marne? 7 documented events, very contrasting settings, from the imperial square of Fontainebleau to the 27 stalls of Boissise-la-Bertrand. The mix matches every profile.
To explore more events, browse all flea markets in Seine-et-Marne.
