There’s something special about Sunday mornings in Hillhurst Sunnyside. The doors of HSCA open, the smell of fresh coffee and good food fills the air, and neighbours wander in to browse, chat, and discover something new. That’s the HSCA Flea Market — a Sunday tradition that’s been part of our community heartbeat since 1980!
It all began with Cliff and his original Black Market, complete with blacked-out windows and plenty of local flair. When Cliff passed the torch in 1983, HSCA’s own Marlin Lee stepped in to keep the spirit alive, reopening the market under HSCA’s roof.
The Black Market, circa 1981
By 1985, the market officially became the HSCA Flea Market, with Bonnie taking over and pouring her heart into it for an incredible 37 years. Under her care, it blossomed into a beloved local institution — a Sunday staple where neighbours met, stories were shared, and new traditions took root. Bonnie’s dedication shaped the market into the community treasure it is today, before her well-earned retirement in 2022.
The HSCA Flea Market today
From The Black Market to the HSCA Flea Market, the spirit of connection and community lives on! Every Sunday, neighbours gather to shop local, share stories, and discover something new.
Today, that same creative, community-driven spirit continues under Angel’s leadership — and the market has evolved into something even bigger. What was once a weekend shopping spot is now a buzzing community hub, co-hosting monthly Repair Exchanges, seasonal pop-up events, and family-friendly activities that bring everyone together.
Of course, it wouldn’t be Sunday at HSCA without good food! Our friends at Babe’s Bite keep the market fueled and happy from the concession every week. This locally owned and operated food manufacturer is proud to be exclusive to the HSCA Flea Market — and their food is as good as their values. Every dish is 100% hand-prepared by Chef Paige, using the finest ingredients that are local, healthy, and absolutely delicious. Whether you’re grabbing breakfast, lunch, or a mid-morning snack between treasure hunts, Babe’s Bite is the perfect market companion.
Angel and Alex
Here are Angel and Alex, celebrating the legacy of the HSCA Flea Market: past, present, and future. Angel continues to carry the tradition forward with heart and energy, keeping our Sunday market buzzing as a space for community, creativity, and connection.
Beyond the booths and bites, the HSCA Flea Market is all about connection — neighbours helping neighbours, local makers sharing their craft, and visitors discovering something they didn’t know they needed. It’s a celebration of community in every sense.
Every Sunday, 7AM–3PM
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association (HSCA)
More about the Monthly Repair Exchange at HSCA’s Flea Market
Stop in at HSCA for an exciting community-building event! Instead of throwing away broken items, bring them to one of our Repair Exchanges, where community volunteers will help fix and give them a second life — keeping useful things out of the landfill and strengthening local connections in the process.
The Repair Exchange runs alongside our Sunday Flea Market, in partnership with the City of Calgary and the Arusha Centre. It’s just one more way this market continues to grow as a place where sustainability, creativity, and community all come together.