07/16/2025
Roscoe Flea, Saturday, July 19th
Just because fly fishing isn't your thing, don't let that stop you from visiting Roscoe, there's so much more happening, especially this weekend!
What is the Roscoe Flea?
What started as a humble yard sale idea between two friends and a local motel owner has become one of Roscoe’s most beloved summer events. This July 19th, the Roscoe Flea Market turns five—marking half a decade of creativity, community, and curated treasures on the lawn of the Roscoe Motel.
The flea market was born during the early months of the pandemic, when lifelong friends Clark and Gabe, both from New York City, bought a fixer-upper A-frame just outside town. The two had spent their childhood skiing at nearby Belleayre Mountain and dreamed of one day owning a ski chalet in the Catskills. When they stumbled upon the Roscoe property, it was far from a cozy retreat—but the potential was there.
“We bought it as-is,” says Clark. “It was filled with furniture and belongings from the previous owners. Nothing was livable yet—we were doing all the work ourselves—so we needed a place to crash.”
That’s when a friend connected them with Rachael, a mutual acquaintance who had recently purchased the Roscoe Motel, a roadside institution with its own rich past and plenty of inherited furnishings. She offered them a room—and a partnership was born.
“One day we were looking at all this stuff—furniture, old décor, random gems—and we thought, why not sell it all?” Gabe recalls. “Then it clicked: not just a tag sale—a real flea market.”
That first summer, the trio invited a handful of local artists, crafters, and collectors to join them on the motel lawn. What began as a casual gathering quickly gained momentum. Today, the Roscoe Flea features over 16 vendors, including local businesses, artists, vintage curators, tattoo artists, and more.
“Roscoe had a great farmer’s market,” says Rachael, “but there wasn’t a true flea market. Now, people mark their calendars for it.”
As it enters its fifth year, the flea market has grown into a vibrant celebration of small-town culture and community connection. From handpicked vintage clothing to refurbished furniture, handmade goods, and even flash tattoos, the event offers a little something for everyone.
This year’s 5th Annual Roscoe Flea Market takes place on Saturday, July 19th, at the Roscoe Motel. Whether you’re hunting for a one-of-a-kind find or just soaking up the small-town summer vibes, the flea is not to be missed.
Event Info:
📍 Roscoe Motel, Roscoe, NY
🗓️ Saturday, July 19, 2025
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
🎉 Free Entry | All Ages Welcome
As always, you can pre-order bagels to pick up prior to flea-ing
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