Uncle John’s Flea Market
Secondhand storeUncle John’s Flea Market is a secondhand store in Cedar Lake, IN. You’ll find it at 15205 Wicker Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303. It’s the only secondhand shop we currently track in Cedar Lake, so the nearby list below reaches into neighboring towns.
Hours are listed below as the store posts them; they can change seasonally, so call ahead before a long drive.
Secondhand stores buy or take in used goods and price them to move, so the floor changes constantly; expect a mix of everyday clothing, housewares, and the occasional standout piece priced well below retail.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.

Store information
- Address
- 15205 Wicker Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
- Hours
- Saturday – Sunday 5:00 AM – 4:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1-219-696-7911
- Website
- unclejohnsnwi.com
Before you go
- Ask at the register which tag color is on sale this week and which is newest — the sale racks are cheap, the newest racks are where fresh donations land.
- Check garments under good light for stains and test every zipper; most thrift sales are final.
- Bring a tape measure and your key measurements — sizes vary wildly across eras and brands.
- Sunday hours are on file (5 AM – 4 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Cedar Lake

Tish's Antiques
Antique store201 East Commercial Avenue, Lowell, IN4.3 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: Closed

Once Upon A Child
Secondhand store1228 North Main Street, Crown Point, IN8.2 mi
Monday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Crown Antique Mall
Antique store545 E 110th Ave, Crown Point, IN8.9 mi
Mon - Thurs: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Friday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm; Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Goodwill
Thrift store909 Joliet St, Dyer, IN10.6 mi
Mon–Fri: 9am – 8pm CST; Sat: 8am – 8pm CST; Sun: 11am – 6pm CST

The Salvation Army
Thrift store600 West 81st Avenue, Merrillville, IN11.0 mi
Monday - Saturday 9am-9pm

Plato's Closet
Secondhand store359 East 81st Avenue, Merrillville, IN11.2 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Uncle John’s Flea Market located?
Uncle John’s Flea Market is located at 15205 Wicker Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303.
What are Uncle John’s Flea Market’s hours?
Listed hours: Saturday – Sunday 5:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +1-219-696-7911 to confirm.
Is Uncle John’s Flea Market open on Sunday?
Yes — Uncle John’s Flea Market lists Sunday hours of 5 AM – 4 PM.
What kind of store is Uncle John’s Flea Market?
Uncle John’s Flea Market is a secondhand store in Cedar Lake, IN.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Uncle John’s Flea Market?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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