It's more than just collectibles and deals, you can also meet celebrities at this famous late-night flea market in Illinois.

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Flea Markets Are A Big Deal In Illinois

I don't know if you have noticed but flea markets are a big deal in the midwest, especially in Illinois. There is a competition to find out who has the best. Each place tries to be creative as possible to attract more customers. In fact, some of them in the Land of Lincoln are actually world-famous events.

Late Night Flea Market Belvidere, Illinois Facebook Page
Late Night Flea Market Belvidere, Illinois Facebook Page
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Illinois' World Famous Late Night Flea Market 

One of those world-famous flea markets is in Wheaton, Illinois at the DuPage County Fairgrounds (421 North County Farm Road). It is the annual all-night event. It's on Saturday, August 20th from 3 pm to 3 am. Tickets are $10 per person and are available at the door (kids 12 and under are free with adults). Parking is free. Food and beverages for sale. For more info, HERE.

Late Night Flea Market Belvidere, Illinois Facebook Page
Late Night Flea Market Belvidere, Illinois Facebook Page
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According to Zurko Promotions Facebook page...

Part of this widely acclaimed: Flea Event” will include, artists, special guests, great food & much more! Plus 1000’s of treasures from 100’s of vendors including, antiques, folk art & crafts, close-outs, shabby-chic, housewares, country farm, industrial, advertising, coins, collectibles and much more!

 

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Celebrity Guests An Illinois Famous All-Night Flea Market

To become a top-rated flea market and get famous status, you need something that helps the event stand out. For the all-night flea market in Wheaton, they bring in celebrity guests. This year is no exception.

Lorenzo Lamas from "Grease" and "Renegade"

Megan Cavanagh who played "Marla Hooch" in "A League Of Their Own" (nice Rockford tie-in)

Aileen Quinn the star of the original "Annie!" movie.

For more info, HERE.

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