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't Kaaiken - wekelijkse rommelmarkt Eeklo

Eeklo's weekly Sunday-morning flea market that swells into the largest flea market in Flanders (1,100+ vendors) during the Kaaifeesten on the first Sunday of October.

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Drive foot traffic and vendor participation to Eeklo's weekly flea market, with peak promotional push for the October Kaaifeesten mega-event attracting 1,100+ vendors.

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  • Weekly treasure-hunt posts: 'What will you find this Sunday at 't Kaaiken?'
  • October countdown: 'Mark your calendar—Flanders' largest flea market is coming'
  • Vendor spotlights: feature local sellers and unique finds to build community buzz
  • Event day coverage: live social updates from the Kaaifeesten on the first Sunday of October
Programmetypical · 2026 TBC

't Kaaiken is a cherished weekly flea market in Eeklo held every Sunday morning, with a 40-year tradition of offering curiosities and secondhand treasures. The event transforms into Flanders' largest flea market during the Kaaifeesten festival in early October, attracting 30,000+ visitors and 1,100+ vendors across the Gebr. Van De Woestyneplein quarter.

  • Weekly Sunday markets with flexible seller registration (no pre-booking required, €5 annual card)
  • Over 30,000 visitors and 1,100+ vendor stalls during the October Kaaifeesten (confirmed for 2026: first weekend of October, 3-6 October)
  • Early morning hours: 6:00–12:30 (vendors arrive from 6:00 AM, optimized for early bargain hunters)
  • Broadest secondhand/brocante/vintage market in Flanders with multi-generational appeal
  • Festival includes music programming, family activities, and seniors' entertainment
  • Full catering with BBQ sausages (€5) and refreshment facilities