Something that makes Berks County stand out is the vast number of local farms and crafters in our area. What better way to support our local farmers and artisans than by buying straight from the source? Here are six amazing local markets in Berks…
- Kirbyville Farm Market, Fleetwood. As you drive along Route 222, make sure to stop into Kirbyville Farm Market. Explore home-baked goods, made-to-order sandwiches, locally sourced dairy items, ice cream and local seasonal produce. For market hours and more, visit justplainbusiness.com/kirbyville-farm-market.
- PA Dutch Farmers Market of Wyomissing, Wyomissing. Does shopping make you hungry? No problem; PA Dutch Farmers Market has you covered. Shop until you drop…into the food court! Open Thursday and Friday, 9am-6pm and Saturday, 8am-4pm. Find weekly specials at padutchfarmersmarketofwyomissing.com.
- Boscov’s Fairgrounds Farmers Market, Reading. While the market offers a wide variety of fresh produce, it is also a great hub for all things cuisine. This spot offers a diverse range of eat-in or take-out options from Oola Bowls to Vietnamese Delights. Visit the market at 2934 N. 5th Street Hwy. on Thursday and Friday from 8am-7pm and Saturday from 8am-4pm. For a full list of merchants visit fairgroundsfarmersmarket.com.
- Leesport Farmers Market, Leesport. Every Wednesday from 8am-6pm, explore the Leesport Farmers Market. Stop in on the first Sunday of every month for an extra flea and farmers market, along with special events. Be sure to catch the livestock auction every Wednesday at 1pm. To see the full list of offerings and events, visit leesportmarket.com.
- Shillington Farmers Market, Shillington. Operating since 1935, the Shillington Farmer’s Market is 18,000 square feet of farm fresh goods and handmade items. Visit the market at 10 S. Summit Avenue on Thursday and Friday from 7am-7pm and Saturday from 7am-4pm. For the full list of vendors and restaurants, visit shillingtonfarmersmarket.com.
- Renninger's Antique & Farmers Market, Kutztown. With more than 45 farm, flea, craft and antique vendors, Kutztown’s Renninger’s has it all. Visit at 740 Noble St. on Friday from 10am-6pm and Saturday from 8am-4pm. For antique and flea market hours, visit renningers.net/kutztown.
Bonus: Don’t Miss these Berks Open-air markets:
Sundays 10am-1pm: West Reading Farmers Market, West Reading. Sundays from 10am-1pm, come out to South 6th Avenue to find a variety of goods, from local produce to PA cider, wine and distilled beverages. Open weekly from May to November and bi-weekly from December to April. For a list of vendors and more info, visit westreadingfarmersmarket.com.
Select Mondays from 5-7pm: Antietam Valley Farmers & Artists Market, Pennside. Located at 905 Byram St., this farmers market offers more than fresh produce. Explore local vendors specializing in baked goods, crafts, fresh flowers and more. For a list of season dates and more info, visit farmersmarket.antietamvalley.org. Thursdays 10am-2pm: Penn Street Market, Reading. Swing by 638 Penn St. every Thursday from June through September for a lovely open-air market in the heart of downtown Reading. Stay in tune with the market’s additional events and more at facebook.com/PennStMarket.
