flea markets
Turn Your Flea Markets Into a Brand Experience Destination
Partner with top brands to bring free premium product samples to your bargain hunters—boosting engagement, adding value, and earning incremental revenue.
Trusted by Leading Brands
Real Activations at Flea Markets
See how flea markets like yours are creating memorable brand experiences for their members.
Why Partner With Recess
Everything You Need to Succeed
We've built a platform that makes it effortless to connect with brands and delight your members.
Access Premium Brand Demand
Connect with leading CPG, food, beverage, wellness brands and more actively seeking flea markets like yours to reach engaged bargain hunters.
Generate Incremental Revenue
Earn money for every sample distributed—with zero upfront costs, inventory risk, or operational burden on your team.
Enhance Member Experience
Delight your bargain hunters with free products from brands they love. Sampling creates memorable moments that boost satisfaction and loyalty.
Effortless Operations
We handle logistics end-to-end—from brand coordination to product delivery. You just provide the space and your members do the rest.
Brand-Safe Partnerships
Every brand and campaign is vetted to ensure alignment with your values. You approve what comes into your flea market.
Join a Nationwide Network
Become part of 10,000+ venues partnering with Recess to transform how brands connect with consumers in real-world spaces.
How It Works
Get started in minutes and start earning with your very first campaign.
Create a Listing for Your Flea Market
Create and list your profile in under 5 minutes. 100% free to join and no obligations.Get Matched with Brands
We connect you with brands looking to reach your specific bargain hunters. You review and approve every campaign.Receive & Distribute Samples
Products ship directly to your flea market and surprise and delight your community.Get Paid
Get paid for every sample distributed to your bargain hunters after completion of event.
Venue Success Stories
See what venues achieved with Flea Markets
Working with brand activation teams has been incredible for our venue. Not only do we generate additional revenue from hosting these events, but they've helped attract younger demographics who might not typically visit a traditional flea market.
– Sunset Valley Vintage Market
Venue Partner
The product sampling events have brought so much energy to our weekend market! We saw a 40% increase in overall visitor numbers, and local brands really appreciate the opportunity to connect directly with our diverse crowd of shoppers.
– Riverside Community Flea Market
Venue Partner
These product sampling activations have been a perfect fit for our market's community-focused atmosphere. The brands bring excitement, and our vendors appreciate the extra foot traffic and potential cross-promotion opportunities.
– Urban Makers Flea Bazaar
Venue Partner
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost to me?
Nothing. It's 100% free for your organization. There are never any costs or fees associated with using the Recess platform.
When and how do we get paid?
Within 7 days of distributing the products and completing your recap survey, you'll receive payment via ACH transfer.
Are we responsible for getting the product to our venue?
No. Products are shipped directly to your location during a timeframe that you provide. We coordinate all logistics to make it as convenient as possible for you.
What happens if we deny a brand's offer that isn't a good fit for our venue?
There are no penalties. You always have the option to accept or deny offers and aren't penalized in any way. We want to make sure it's a program you would be excited about and that aligns with your brand values.
Ready to Transform Your Flea Market?
Join thousands of flea markets earning extra revenue while delighting their bargain hunters.