Kobey’s Swap Meet

Kobey’s Swap Meet has operated since 1976, when it began at the former Midway Drive-In, according to its history. It now occupies the Pechanga Arena parking lot and opens to shoppers three days a week. The operator presents it as a large outdoor market, with more than 1,000 potential seller spaces and tens of thousands of weekly visitors; those are the organization’s estimates, not a fixed count of active stalls on every date.

Shoppers walk rows of sellers offering new and used goods, antiques, collectibles, clothing, furniture, plants, toys, jewelry, and household merchandise. Inventory depends on who attends, so a category or particular item cannot be assumed to appear every day. Kobey’s has a formal seller process involving licenses, space reservations, and merchandise and operating rules; prospective vendors should consult the official regulations before arriving.

Published shopper hours are Friday through Sunday, 7 a.m.–3 p.m.; the address is 3500 Sports Arena Boulevard. Google reviews associated with this location highlight the breadth of choice and the fun of hunting for finds, while describing a visit that involves walking and comparing. Confirm admission, parking, and special-event details in advance, as they may vary. A short shopping list and enough time to inspect condition make the visit more useful.