Selling at the Braderie de Lille 2027: How to Book a Pitch
The answer
Registering to sell is free and is done online at reservation-braderie.lille.fr. It is reserved for residents of the Braderie streets; other residents of Lille, Lomme and Hellemmes register on a waiting list. The 2027 dates have not been published yet: in 2026, registration opened on 11 June and closed on 18 August.
This year the Braderie de Lille will be held on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 September 2027. Booking a pitch is compulsory for all exhibitors: a pre-booking made online, with supporting documents, lets you directly print your proof of authorised pitch. Keep an eye on the City’s announcements for the 2027 registration dates.
Who can sell at the Braderie de Lille?
You live on a Braderie street
You have priority for the pitch in front of your home. Register online during the opening period. Booking for residents
You live elsewhere in Lille, Lomme or Hellemmes
Register on the waiting list for an unreserved pitch; the City contacts those registered at the end of August. Booking for non-residents
When do I register to sell at the Braderie de Lille?
The 2027 dates will be announced by the City of Lille in the spring. To give you an idea, here is the calendar for the 2026 edition:
| Step (2026 edition) | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online registration opens | from 11 June 2026 |
| In-person registration (5 rue Jules-de-Vicq, Lille-Fives, Tuesday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm) | from 7 July 2026 |
| Professional dealers and antique dealers | before 30 June 2026 |
| Registration closes | 18 August 2026 |
| Replies to those on the waiting list | 27 and 28 August 2026 |
What documents do I need to register?
- A form of ID.
- Proof of address dated within the last 3 months.
- The vehicle registration document (carte grise), if you need to drive in to set up your stall.
How do I sell as a professional dealer or antique dealer?
Professionals have dedicated areas, notably on the boulevard Louis XIV and the boulevard de la Liberté, with a specific and earlier registration calendar. The terms are published by the City of Lille.
What rules must exhibitors follow?
Some items are banned from sale and pitches are allocated by name. Before registering, read the selling rules and our tips on selling well at the Braderie.
Before booking your pitch, prepare your stall with our guides: what to sell at the Braderie de Lille, how to sell well and, to get rid of what’s left afterwards, reselling your finds online.
Your questions
How much does a pitch at the Braderie de Lille cost?
Nothing: registration is free for private individuals.
Can I sell without living inside the perimeter?
Residents of Lille outside the perimeter, of Lomme and of Hellemmes can register on a waiting list; the City contacts them depending on the pitches left free.
When does 2027 registration open?
The dates have not been published yet. In 2026, registration opened on 11 June and closed on 18 August.
Selling in 2027
Resident or non-resident?
Each situation has its own page: steps, calendar, documents and tips.
