Our favorite farmers market in the area! The selection of plants, flowers, bushes, shrubs, etc is…read moreincredible! Everything is so beautifully maintained and always looks so healthy and alive. And the PRICES are SO reasonable. You can't visit without checking out the market, too. The fruits and veggies always are top notch quality and delicious. Service is always above and beyond - the staff is very knowledgeable and so friendly. My favorite place to visit each spring for our spring/summer plants!

TEN stars, well.. if there were such a thing, that's what I would give Hoover's. When I first…read moremoved to Lancaster, I visited many farmer's markets, in search of that "true" gem. I was surprised to see that several carried candies and grocery store merchandise. And the prices, well.. don't even get me started. There were some other nice markets, but I found Hoover's in showcasing Lancaster's meats, dairy, pickles, sauces, jams, desserts, not to mention all of their glorious produce (reasonably priced), a for sale bin and beautiful flowers. Right now, it's pumpkin time and boy, does Hoover's have many pumpkins to choose from, and CHEAP. I bought seven tomatoes (made sauce) for $3.00. They were in that "clearance" bin.

We were recommended this market while visiting and so glad we had the time to come by!…read more This market was tucked away but treasured find! There was a lot of local items for sale, from produce to meats to dairy and baked goods. We got Whoopie pies (that were gone before we left the parking lot they were so good!), and a cheddar bacon dip to snack on for the road! We also got jams, butters, jerkies and a cookbook to recreate some of the things we tried or saw in store. The ladies working were kind and helpful. They were able to answer any questions we had and were prompt in service. Overall this market was a great find, I would highly recommend coming by if you are in the area!

Reiff's is a regular stop for fresh fruits and vegetables and all things green. (bedding plants and…read moreflowers)

Every single item is delicious- the baked goods are epic. The fresh produce is amazing- the flowers…read moreare gorgeous and then there's Thom's bread! Everyone is so helpful and sweet! They have a great pre-order for deserts during the holidays

Great for a smaller farm market. Nice variety of produce and baked goods, meats. Plus some small…read moreartisan soaps, candles, etc. Will definitely go back.

We went to Lapp Valley farm for the most creamy and delicious ice cream…read more Very short distance from it is the village farm market. It is a beautiful farm filled with trees, plants, succulents... anything you need for your flower/plant needs. But it is a secret gem that hides the most amazing sandwich shop in the area. It is filled with fresh bread, baked goods and most amazing pies, fresh fruit and vegetables. But all of it hides this amazing sandwich shop that has one of the best Philly Cheese Steaks. It is gooey with melted cheese and if you ask for chopped hot peppers... you can get the perfect blend of banana peppers and jalapeño peppers to get the kick! You don't want to miss this store if you are in the area! We stayed in a nearby Airbnb tiny home. You can't beat the kind attentive service and the care by which they make every sandwich. Everything is so fresh and well made! No indoor seating... so be ready for the heat if you plan to eat here.

What a great place. So much good stuff it was difficult to decide, hence the pictures i took…read more They were even nice enough to heat up a fresh peach dumpling for us and add icecream. So so good.

Pretty nice and large flea market. Has everything from socks to shoes to kitchen table to hot dogs…read moreto sticky buns a lot of the food is Amish made. There is plenty of parking it's fairly close so you're not doing a lot of walking

Your Friday just got better. If you are visiting Lancaster for the weekend (or day), the Farmer's…read moreMarket is conveniently nearby. Plan accordingly since these sellers only gather on Friday. The items for sale include home made goods, fresh produce, meats, jams, toiletries, furniture, souvenirs, electronic gadgets and items you didn't know you needed (wanted). The layout of the grounds are listed on the website. I like parking by building six. Most of my "wish list" vendors were clustered in or near the building. It is easier to keep track of where we parked too. Allow extra time to carefully drive around the area. Shoppers are focused on moving to their destination and not always paying attention to safely walking. Wear comfortable shoes. You will be walking on hard floors inside the buildings and uneven terrain outside (gravel, grass, dirt). Bring several shopping bags. Not all of the sellers take credit cards. Cash is preferred. Bring small bills. Some businesses will negotiate prices if you are buying several items. Food is everywhere. Many places allow sampling. The home made cheeses are incredible. The popular stations are going to have a line. The lines move quickly. Pretzels are the reason we chose to visit. I enjoyed watching the entire creating process. Bring zip lock bags. Those wax bags get soggy after walking around. Make sure you eat one after it was made to savor the flavor. Try mustard and cheese dip to get the full pretzel experience. There are tables throughout the property. The donuts are magazine worthy. We got a half dozen ($9 ish dollars). You might want to bring hand wipes to use after enjoying a yummy sweet treat. Pay attention to where you parked. There is a good chance you will need to unload bags in your car and start the shopping process over. Hubby had a belt measured and made for him. It was interesting to watch the holes being put in. There were dozens of styles and varied materials. This was a fun (and exhausting) experience. I love Avon purchases in person where I am walking away with products in hand and not waiting for a delivery. Lapp ice cream is a must. There isn't a limit on sampling. There is something for everyone. Since we had lots of activities planned for the weekend, I researched the stores and layout of the area to make the best of my time. The items inside a building or store are more quality than some of the products spread out on tables outside. It is also convenient sitting inside to grab a bite. I hope to return sometime.

As expected, it was a busy Friday at the Lancaster Central Market, one of the best places to…read moresupport small businesses. Since it's been some time since I last shopped here, it was a treat browsing all the vendor stands and seeing what foods are available. As a garden/flower enthusiast, you know I had to check out the flower stands like Perfect Pots and Inspirational Blossoms, both with fresh blooms. For lunch, after a taste test, I opted for Soulcialze, which provided generous portions of mac n cheese, collards, beef brisket, and cornbread. Tables are provided for lunch or snacks, but we had to wait a few minutes because none were available. At Lancaster Central, you can expect a friendly atmosphere in this beautiful historic building, where the local community shops and supports. I usually secure parking via parking apps at the Hager lot or one of the two nearby parking garages.

"For it's always just a short walk To the oldest established…read morepermanent floating Crap game in New York" (Guys and Dolls) Well, we didn't exactly have a short walk to the oldest established permanent Farmer's Market in the United States. That's because on our visit, three of the parking garages bordering the market were full, and by the time we found street parking (you'd better polish up your parallel parking skills) it was close to a 30-minute stroll to this historic landmark. The market goes way back--all the way to 1730--when local farmers rolled into town with whatever they'd harvested and sold it in what was then just an open field in the center of the growing community. Today, it is home to over 65 vendors selling fruits & vegetables, meats, poultry, fish & cheeses, fresh baked bread, pretzels, pierogis, handmade dishes, smoothies, flowers, hot coffee, sweet treats, and even pickles. We had a blast wandering through the crowded aisles and picking up a few odds and ends. If you love jerky and meat sticks (as I do), you will walk out with a ton of goodies (as I did).

Stopped in for salad veggies. Amish stand had everything's I wanted, fresh and great pricesread more

Stopped on the drive back to Philly and it was amazing!!! Tons of different things you can choose…read morefrom. I got tea and fudge and gifts for my niece and nephew. They do take credit cards!

Excellent produce stand. Service was quick and respectable by a young Amish child. They had fresh…read morestrawberries they grew. There were also baked goods. On Saturdays they have an outdoor chicken BBQ prepared by S & M Catering. Highly recommended.

Root's Country Market & Auction, a Lancaster County shopping staple since 1926…read more A beautiful spring Tuesday to shop for just about anything at Root's. I came specifically to shop in the Main building, area 3, for Tropical Forest Shea Butter Soaps as a birthday gift. I learned about Tropical Forest at the 2025 PA Christmas + Gift Show at the Harrisburg Farm Show Complex. Tropical Forest also has a stand at Green Dragon Farmer's Market. I am thankful this farmer's market has a website with a directory of most of the vendors and an office with people to answer questions. And free maps of the entire farmer's market. There is plenty of parking, a plethora of food places to take off or eat while there, a large number of restrooms, and great signage inside and outside of all the buildings. Worth noting, not all stands/vendors take cards; some only accept cash.

An amazing variety of vendors. It's huge so you can go several times and not see it all. Amish…read morefarmers, butchers, bakers as well as pickles and jared products. If you are hungry there are many food stands. I love this place and its friendly atmosphere.

My daughter was looking for a pretzel after seeing a sign and we found this little shop, quick and…read moreeasy. The pretzels were delicious!

The perfect little roadside market!! Their homemade root beer and pretzels hit the spot, and the…read morefamily running it were so warm and friendly. My boyfriend and I had fun feeding their goats (they have a goat food dispenser, for a quarter). They also have beautiful and unique horseshoe art, honey, fresh produce and more! Highly recommend if you have time to stop by