Market of Marion, Florida: Hours and Guide Near Ocala
The Market of Marion is the big Marion market in Florida that people mean when they search for the "Flea Market of Marion": a flea and farmers market at 12888 SE US Hwy 441 in Belleview, south of Ocala. It is open Fridays 8 AM to 3 PM and Saturdays and Sundays 8 AM to 4 PM.
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What is the Market of Marion near Ocala, Florida?
The Market of Marion is a flea and farmers market on US 441 in Belleview, in Marion County, Florida, south of the city of Ocala. More than 400 dealers in over 1,100 indoor and outdoor booths sell fresh produce, antiques and collectibles, clothing, furniture, toys, jewelry and more every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The market describes itself as the old town square, the trading post and the local general store rolled into one, and says more than 1,000,000 shoppers visit every year. It has a Belleview address, not an Ocala one, so set your map to 12888 SE US Hwy 441, Belleview.
Market of Marion Hours and Location
Address
12888 SE US Hwy 441, Belleview, FL 34491
Phone
Hours (year round)
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Monday to Thursday | Closed to shoppers |
Official website
themarketofmarion.comThe market posts its events on its own calendar but does not list holiday hours, so call ahead on a holiday weekend. Belleview sits between Ocala and The Villages; see our Belleview to Ocala guide and guide to Belleview.
Admission and Parking
The Market of Marion's website does not list an admission price or a parking fee for shoppers. The only charges it publishes are booth rents for dealers.
Parking is on site: the county's tourism listing marks parking as available, and Visit Florida's description (republished by News 6 in July 2025) mentions plenty of parking beside the covered pavilions. Dealers in perimeter booths park behind their spaces, under the market's rules.
What Can You Buy at the Market of Marion?
The market groups its booths into antiques and collectibles, fashion, furniture, the farmers market and food. On its home page it lists these among what dealers sell:
- •Fresh fruit and vegetables from local farmers (the market calls itself a flea and farmers market)
- •Antiques and collectibles
- •Fashion and children's clothes
- •Furniture and mattresses
- •Toys and jewelry
- •Auto parts
- •Birds
- •Food from on-site food vendors
Dealers rent by the day, week or month, so what you find changes from weekend to weekend. The market bans ammunition, fireworks, hazardous substances, counterfeit goods and stolen goods.
Food
Food vendors are part of the market's lineup, and its special event weekends advertise food for the whole family. The market doesn't post a list of food stands, so expect the choice to vary by weekend. The farmers market section is where to buy fresh fruit and vegetables to take home.
Dogs
The Ocala/Marion County Visitors and Convention Bureau lists the Market of Marion as pet friendly. The market's own site has no shopper pet policy; its dealer rules ask dealers not to bring pets and to keep any animal behind the booth. Call (352) 245-6766 before bringing a dog.
Special Events at the Market
The market hosts themed shows on some weekends. Its calendar page names these regular events:
- •Jeeptoberfest, every October
- •The Military Vehicle Show, every February
- •The Antique Engine and Tractor Show, twice a year
- •The Gourd Show
- •The Back to Basics Expo
- •Antique car shows and motorcycle rallies
- •RC races and Stamp Camp (for card makers)
- •Bake sales and fundraisers for local schools and organizations
When we checked on October 9, 2026, the home page was promoting a car show on October 24. Dates are posted on the market's calendar. For more around the county, see things to do in Ocala.
Renting a Booth
- •Space is rented by the day, week or month, and rent is paid before you set up.
- •Rates depend on the aisle (indoor lettered aisles, lockups, outside spaces, center tables, sheds) and the season: summer runs May 1 to September 30 and winter October 1 to April 30, with higher winter rates.
- •Rent is due by Sunday at 4 PM, and the rate sheet lists a $10 late fee per booth per day.
- •Reservations are taken Fridays 7 AM to 3 PM and Saturdays and Sundays 7 AM to 4 PM; the office is also open Mondays 1 PM to 3 PM. Call (352) 245-6766.
See the current rental rates and market rules before you book.
Tips for Visiting
Friday ends early
Friday closes at 3 PM, an hour before Saturday and Sunday. Friday booth rent is far lower than weekend rent, so the mix of dealers can differ from the weekend.
Some booths open after 8
Gates open at 8 AM, but the rules give dealers until 9 AM to open. If you come at opening, some booths may still be setting up.
Winter is the high season
The market's winter season, with its higher booth rates, runs October 1 to April 30, so plan for cooler-weather shopping then.
Check the event calendar
Show weekends, like Jeeptoberfest in October or the Military Vehicle Show in February, bring a different crowd. Check the calendar if you want, or want to avoid, a show weekend.
Other Markets Near Ocala
Compare the Market of Marion with the area's other weekend markets, or make a day of it with antique and thrift shopping.
Market of Marion FAQ
Where is the Market of Marion?
The Market of Marion is at 12888 SE US Hwy 441, Belleview, FL 34491, on US 441 in southern Marion County, south of Ocala. The phone number is (352) 245-6766.
What are the Market of Marion hours?
The Market of Marion is open to the public every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, year round: Friday 8 AM to 3 PM, and Saturday and Sunday 8 AM to 4 PM. It is not open to shoppers Monday through Thursday.
Is the Market of Marion the same as the Flea Market of Marion?
Yes. "Flea Market of Marion" and "Marion market" are names people use for The Market of Marion, which calls itself "a Flea and Farmers Market." There is one market, at 12888 SE US Hwy 441 in Belleview.
Does the Market of Marion charge admission?
The market's website lists no admission charge or parking fee for shoppers; the only fees it publishes are booth rents for dealers. Call (352) 245-6766 if you want to confirm before you go.
How big is the Market of Marion?
The market says it has more than 1,100 booths and more than 400 dealers, and that more than 1,000,000 shoppers visit each year.
Can I bring my dog to the Market of Marion?
The Ocala/Marion County Visitors and Convention Bureau lists the market as pet friendly. The market's own website does not post a pet policy for shoppers, so call (352) 245-6766 before bringing a dog.
How do I rent a booth at the Market of Marion?
Booth space can be reserved by the day, week or month, and rent must be paid before you set up. Rates depend on the aisle and the season (summer is May 1 to September 30; winter is October 1 to April 30). The rate sheet is on themarketofmarion.com, and the office number is (352) 245-6766.
Official Information and Sources
- The Market of Marion: home page (name, what is sold, events)
- The Market of Marion: About Us (dealers, booths, shoppers a year)
- The Market of Marion: The Market (days, hours, office hours)
- The Market of Marion: Directions (address, phone)
- The Market of Marion: Rental Rates
- The Market of Marion: Market Rules
- The Market of Marion: Calendar of Events
- Ocala/Marion County Visitors and Convention Bureau listing
- News 6 ClickOrlando (July 2025): top flea markets in Central Florida, from Visit Florida
Details on this page were checked against the Market of Marion's website on October 9, 2026. The market is independently run and not affiliated with Only In Ocala. Hours, rates and events can change, so confirm with the market before you go.
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