Lancaster Central Market

Lancaster,

PA

Open

Spring through Fall

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Lancaster Central Market, established in 1730, is the oldest farmers market in America and a cherished part of Lancaster’s history. Located in a historic building in downtown Lancaster, it offers visitors a vibrant hub of fresh local food, unique ready-made dishes, and special finds that can only be experienced here. Open every Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday from 6AM to 3PM, the market showcases the best of Lancaster County’s produce, meats, dairy, baked goods, and artisan products, all under one beautiful roof. Beyond shopping, visitors can enjoy behind-the-scenes history tours, support initiatives like the “Beat the Heat” campaign to improve market conditions, and participate in community events. Whether you”re a local or a visitor, Lancaster Central Market provides a rich, flavorful experience rooted in nearly 300 years of tradition and community spirit.
A historic marketplace bringing Lancaster’s freshest food and community together since 1730.

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Quick Facts

best for

fresh produce, meat & seafood, dairy & eggs, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan goods

atmosphere

indoor

Frequency

Open 3 days/week

Price range

Low to moderate

Lancaster Central Market is best known for fresh produce, meat & seafood, dairy & eggs, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan goods. The market has an indoor atmosphere. It is open Open 3 days/week. Prices are low to moderately priced.

What you’ll find

At this market, you”ll find fresh fruits and vegetables, meat and poultry, dairy and eggs, baked goods, prepared foods, and artisan goods.

common questions about

Lancaster Central Market is open on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. It is closed on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.

You can support the campaign by making a donation to help install large industrial fans that will improve comfort inside the market during summer months.

Yes, you can take a behind-the-scenes history tour of the market after hours to learn about its nearly 300 years of history.

Lancaster Central Market is located in the heart of downtown Lancaster, Lancaster PA.

You can call them at 717-735-6890 or visit their website at http://www.centralmarketlancaster.com/ for more details.

Listing data for Lancaster Central Market is sourced from the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Farmers Market Directory. It was last updated Mar 27th, 2023. If you manage this market and need to correct or update any details, use the claim listing option on this page. Keeping your listing current helps shoppers find accurate hours, location, and vendor information before they visit.

Current directory data does not confirm that Lancaster Central Market accepts EBT or SNAP benefits. This may have changed since our last update. Contact the market directly using the phone number or website listed above to verify current payment options before your visit. Many farmers markets are actively working to expand benefit access.

Based on current directory data, Lancaster Central Market does not list participation in the WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program. To confirm, contact the market directly or check with your local WIC office for an updated list of participating markets in Lancaster, PA. WIC FMNP availability can change between growing seasons.

Lancaster Central Market is located in Lancaster, PA. Use the map on this page to get directions from your current location, or copy the address into Google Maps or Apple Maps for turn-by-turn navigation. If you are traveling by public transit, check the local transit authority website for routes serving the market area. Arrive early for the best vendor selection.

If you own or manage Lancaster Central Market and need to update hours, location, accepted payment methods, seasonal dates, or vendor details, use the claim listing link on this page. Verified owners can edit their information directly and changes appear in real time. You can also contact our directory team to report inaccuracies or flag outdated information.

Directory information for Lancaster Central Market was last updated Mar 27th, 2023 using data from the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Farmers Market Directory. Market hours, seasonal schedules, and vendor offerings can change without notice. We recommend contacting the market directly before visiting to confirm current details. Owner-verified listings are updated in real time; unverified listings follow USDA AMS data refresh cycles.

4.7 ★★★★★ (7114 Google reviews)

What Visitors Are Saying

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
3 months ago

Lancaster Central Market is an absolute gem and 100% worth the visit. Its open Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday, and we stopped in on a Friday morning after breakfast on Prince Street.nnLets talk logistics first: Parking can be a little tricky. Its 2 hour street parking, and since its right in the

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★
7 months ago

Exciting and very busy place on a Saturday. We arrived to check it out on a lovely bright sunny day. Food vendors inside and out musicians the smell of baked goods and coffee. We looked at all of our choices for lunch and decided on ntwo deli sandwiches from Deli Grassi which was turkey with peppers

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★
6 months ago

If you are at Central Market for brunch and grocery shopping. I recommend stopping by Farm to Table to order a grilled cheese sandwich, then head over to Lancaster County Coffee Roasters for a chagaccino while you wait for your sandwich.nnWe were in town for a Franklin & Marshall game and picked up,

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★
7 months ago

I recently visited this place for the first time and really enjoyed it! The apple cider latte was amazing - not too sweet and something I could drink every day. Definitely recommend checking it out!

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23 N. Market St., Lancaster, PA, 17603

market details

Speakable Market Details
Lancaster Central Market is located at 23 N. Market St., Lancaster, PA, 17603. You can reach them by phone at 717-735-6890 or visit their website at http://www.centralmarketlancaster.com/. The market is held indoors. The market operates Spring through Fall.
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Indoor or Outdoor
Indoor

Hours

Market Hours
Mon Closed; Tue 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Wed Closed; Thu Closed; Fri 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Sat 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Sun Closed
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