Anjuna Flea Market

Anjuna Flea Market is a renowned weekly open-air market held every Wednesday in Anjuna, North Goa. Originating in the late 1960s hippie era, it features hundreds of stalls selling handicrafts, clothing, jewelry, spices, and souvenirs. The market operates seasonally from October to May along the laterite plateau near Anjuna Beach. It remains one of Goa's most established cultural landmarks, attracting both domestic and international visitors seeking traditional Goan and bohemian merchandise.

Visitors can expect a large open-air bazaar with hundreds of vendors arranged in designated sections on a red laterite plateau. Stalls offer Kashmiri woolens, Rajasthani textiles, brassware, silver jewelry, leather goods, spices, and beachwear. Live music performances, tattoo artists, and food stalls serving local and international cuisine are commonly present. The terrain is uneven laterite soil, and the market becomes crowded during peak afternoon hours. Bargaining is standard practice at most vendor stalls.

The market originated in the late 1960s when hippie travelers gathered in Anjuna to sell handmade goods and exchange items. It evolved from informal barter gatherings into an organized weekly commercial event by the 1980s, becoming integral to Goa's alternative tourism identity and countercultural heritage.

Anjuna Flea Market represents the fusion of Goan, Indian, and international bohemian cultures. It serves as a platform for artisans from Kashmir, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and other regions to showcase traditional crafts alongside contemporary beach fashion. The market sustains livelihoods for hundreds of vendors and preserves Goa's legacy as a global counterculture destination.