Established 1730, and still fresh, a blend of old world and new awaits you at Lancaster Central Market.
Designated as a market town in 1730, the City of Lancaster is home to Lancaster Central Market, the oldest, continuously running public farmers’ market in the country. More than 60 local vendors call the beautiful 1889 Market House home three days each week, when it opens its doors to welcome the surrounding community. A step inside is sure to highlight all that Lancaster County has to offer. A walk through its aisles will find an abundance of produce from the deeply nutrient-rich soils native to the local landscape; an array of prepared foods representing the proud cultural diversity of the county; and locally sourced meat, poultry, cheeses, and more.
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The BEST of Lancaster ALL in One Place
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May 25, 2023
The Lancaster Central Market Standholders are gearing up for this family-friendly event. You can expect a wide variety of delicious strawberry sweet & savory treats, strawberry drinks, and other strawberry delights to enjoy alongside fun kids activities, live music, and more! The event is FREE and open to anyone who wants to come. It's hosted right outside of Market so you can also head in to buy your Market favorites and some fresh local strawberries that day as well!
There is nothing like the taste of a fresh, locally grown Strawberry. And if you agree to that sentiment, you will love our Second Annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 10, from 8 am to 12 pm!
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Meet You at Market!
When someone says, ‘Meet you at Market,’ you know you’re in for a treat. Because not only is Lancaster Central Market a beacon in Lancaster for fresh, delicious culinary fare, but because it’s also a unique gathering place filled with people welcoming you to be part of something bigger than simply buying vegetables. It’s about community and what better place to experience that than right in the heart of it? We’ll meet you at Market!
Taking I-83 N from Baltimore to US-30 E toward Lancaster clocks a travel time to Lancaster Central Market of just less than 1 hour and 30 minutes.
A bit south along the Susquehanna River, the jaunt from Harrisburg via I-283 E will have you to Lancaster Central Market in just under 45 minutes.
Coming west via either US-30 W or I-76 W from Philadelphia will have you to Lancaster Central Market in around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
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The Good Ol' Fashioned Way
Attention: Market Manager
Lancaster Central Market
23 North Market Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
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717.735.6890