Smileys Markets & Malls was formed in 1984 by Ben Campen, Sr. He had a vision of providing a place where anyone and everyone could sell their merchandise at an affordable price to the public. Ben has had experience in the flea market business since 1975. In the early 80s he wanted to build flea markets throughout the Southeast. When pondering about a name for the flea markets he wanted something that would reflect a positive light on the business and the people that operated it. Smileys was the obvious choice. Contrary to what some people believe, his last name is not Smiley, but he will answer to it almost every time you see him. That dream came true in the fall of 1984 in Fletcher, NC. Smileys opened its doors to a record crowd in the Fall of 1984. Starting on 20 acres and with just over 50, 000 square feet of covered selling area, Smileys has now grown to well over 100, 000 square feet, 700 outside selling spaces and an antique mall that is longer than a football field. Smileys Flea Market in Fletcher, NC is known as the best and biggest flea market in all of the Carolinas. The following year Ben kept his dream alive and opened another flea market in Macon, GA. Smileys opened up on July 4, 1985 on 30 acres. Starting with just two buildings totaling 18, 000 square feet it now consist of a facility on 60 acres and making up well over 100, 000 square feet of covered selling stalls with 400 outside selling spaces. Smileys Flea Market in Macon, GA is Georgias Largest and Finest Flea Market.