The Ascension weekend 2026 is a prime excuse to head back out bargain-hunting in Seine-et-Marne. From Thursday 14 through Sunday 17 May 2026, the flea markets and garage sales of 77 will pop up across several towns and villages in the department, from Chelles to Fontainebleau, via Meaux, Jouarre and Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne. A simple, pleasant outing among second-hand stalls, vintage finds, mismatched tableware, used books and objects that have already lived a life. To extend the stroll, you can also check out our selection of flea markets and garage sales in Île-de-France, the ideas for weekend getaways in Weekends in Paris and Île-de-France, or our tips for Seine-et-Marne.
We all know a good brocante often starts with a small hesitation: go early to grab the best pieces, or arrive at a relaxed pace to browse without pressure? Either way, this Ascension long weekend has plenty to please Sunday shoppers as well as the regulars who can spot the stalls at a glance. On Thursday, May 14, the festivities kick off with several events across the department. Notably brocantes and vide-greniers in Boissy-le-Châtel, Égreville, Grisy-Suisnes, Jouarre, Misy-sur-Yonne, Mortcerf, Précy-sur-Marne, Saint-Mard, Saint-Rémy-la-Vanne, Sancy-lès-Provins, and Tancrou. A perfect day to hit the 77 and let yourself be guided by the signs, the folding tables, and the shelves of packed boxes.
Friday, May 15, 2026 headlines a calmer day on the calendar, and since open-house sales aren’t on the agenda here, we jump straight to Saturday. On May 16, there are a few stops in Lagny-sur-Marne, Le Mesnil-Amelot, and Rebais. It’s the kind of day that invites a gentler outing, not necessarily crossing the whole department, but with a taste for that small, unexpected find. An old poster, a wicker basket, a chipped mirror, a stack of vinyl records: you’re not always hunting for something, but that’s often where the treasure shows up.
Sunday, May 17, 2026, looks set to be even more generous, with a string of events across the four corners of the Seine-et-Marne. Chelles, Meaux, Fontainebleau, Mitry-Mory, Montigny-sur-Loing, Thomery, or Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne: everyone can chart their own route based on where they’re starting from and what they’re after. We particularly love the idea of pairing a flea market with a stroll through a town with real character. In Fontainebleau, for example, you can extend the outing toward the town center or into the forest. In Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne, the banks of the Loing instantly lend the day a postcard-worthy feel. And in Meaux, it’s easy to turn the trip into a tasty pit stop.
Before you head out, you still want to double-check schedules and confirm events with the organizers, especially if the weather might throw a wrench in things. You’ll also slip a tote bag into your pocket, some small change, and perhaps a tape measure if you’re on the lookout for a specific piece of furniture or frame. This pont de l'Ascension en Seine-et-Marne has all the makings of a perfect excuse to get some fresh air, change scenery, and maybe come back with that little something you weren't even planning to buy.
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Dates and Opening Time
From May 14, 2026 to May 17, 2026
Location
Department of Seine et Marne
seine et marne
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
