It’s more than just collectibles and deals, you can also meet celebrities at this famous Illinois late-night flea market.
Flea markets are a big deal in Illinois
I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but garage sales are a big deal in the Midwest, especially in Illinois. There is a competition to see who is the best. Every place tries to be as creative as possible to attract more customers. In fact, some of them in the Land of Lincoln are actually world famous events.
Illinois’ world famous late night flea market
One of these world-famous flea markets is located in Wheaton, Illinois at the DuPage County Fairgrounds (421 North County Farm Road). It’s the annual all-night event. It’s on Saturday, August 20 from 3:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. Tickets are $10 per person and available at the door (children 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult). Parking is free. Sale of food and drinks. More information can be found here.
According to the Zurko Promotions Facebook page…
Part of this widely acclaimed “Flea Event” will be artists, special guests, great food and much more! Plus 1000 treasures from 100 vendors including Antiques, Folk Arts & Crafts, Closeouts, Shabby Chic, Housewares, Farm, Industrial, Advertising, Coins, Collectibles and much more!
Celebrity Guests A famous nightly flea market in Illinois
To become a top notch flea market and gain famous status, you need something to help the event stand out. They bring prominent guests to the nightly flea market in Wheaton. This year is no exception.
Lorenzo Lamas from Grease and Renegade
Megan Cavanagh who played “Marla Hooch” in “A League Of Their Own” (nice connection to Rockford)
Aileen quinn the star of the original “annie!” Movie.
More information can be found here.
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