2026 marks the 50th anniversary of Iowa’s iconic What Cheer Flea Market, and the first market of the year is coming up this weekend at the Keokuk County Fairgrounds!
When Are the 2026 Markets?
The What Cheer Flea Market takes over the Keokuk County Fairgrounds three times each year: once in the spring, once in the summer, and once in the fall. Here are details on all three of the 2026 markets:
- Spring Market
- Thursday, April 30th through Sunday, May 3rd
- Summer Market
- Thursday, July 30th through Sunday, August 2nd
- Fall Market
- Thursday, October 1st through Sunday, October 4th
The fairground gates open up each day at 7 a.m. and close at 5 p.m., but it’s important to note that some vendors close around 4:30 p.m.
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