An absolute waste of a 40 minute drive. Maybe 5% of vendors stalls open on a Saturday. Found some ok stuff from the few dealers open who told me Sunday is better. Well then close the place on Saturday and only open Sunday! Regardless it’s quite a dump.
I want places like this to stick around, I really do. But they're going to keep disappearing if bare minimum investment of not even money, just time and interest, isn't made by the owners.
#1 thing that kills these places is closed vendors. When I come in on one of the two days the place is open and half the vendors are closed with tarps over their stores it makes me less likely to come back.
Additionally, when maybe a third that are open are full of, fell-off-the-truck toiletries and paper products I'm less likely to come back.
All of this in the end hurts the good vendors with interesting merchandise and who actually stay open both days.
I don't want to tell anyone not to go here, because I think there are good vendors there. I would suggest going once and if you find something you like gauge if its worth a second trip out there.
There's a new produce marketer where Bill's was. He may have a following but his prices are ridiculously high. I prefer the Andersons right across from the new guy. And Trisha's Creative Treasures is expanding their space. Now doing layaway too.
At this flea market, you can find all kinds of cool stuff for just a few dollars. Look for vintage antiques, desert flowers, Hot Wheels cars, and CDs—all for under $3 or $4!
Told I could have a spot every weekend, and it was only open on Sunday for the indoor flea market. Show up this morning, someone is in my spot, than I was told I had to be there by 9am or my spot would go.i lefted, I not worth my time to disagree with idiots.
The dirt mall is definitely a fun place to shop. Two places always on my list there are Fat Guys for a cheese steak and Anderson Farm for produce, both between doors 29 and 30.
I had such a wonderful time taking a stroll down memory lane and enjoying some delicious food at an affordable price. Don't skip the Orchata drinks at the Mexican food kiosk, or the fresh-cut fries.
The flea market on Sunday was a nice addition too. I also had a fantastic experience at the auction house - the staff there was so friendly!
The market is kind of small but has a variety of different shops. The produce stand has everything you could want. The auction section is great. Love the animal auction on Saturdays the most.
Glad to see some change. New vendors. Cleaning up the clutter. Smoothed out the parking lot. Been coming here for over 30 years. I love this place and I'm glad it's still going!
Went on a Sunday morning like everyone suggested. Still many vendors closed inside. 75% of the ones that were open were just peddling old junk. The produce was good but the aisles throughout are crowded with merchandise. The outside vendors were few in beautiful sunny weather. And most of all, the place is filthy dirty. I'm used to Root's and Green Dragon markets in Lancaster County. I was mildly disappointed here but as I've moved to the area I'll probably come back occasionally just to seewhats happening.
Best part of the experience was meeting the people who were running the stands. Met a gentleman selling Hess trucks who was personable and friendly. Also met a gentleman running George's Place who was very knowledgeable and nice. The porta potty was literally all crapped up.
Although less and less people are filling this market, it's still a great place to go. I have found great food at an excellent price (meat, vegetables, fruit). I've gotten so many great deals on things from construction clothes to wine.
We were there on business (we ran a wrestling show in the auction house) and did a little shopping. Very friendly people. Great food inside! Definitely recommend checking it out & look forward to going back soon.
Awesome place for fun times at the auction.. Sundays are extra exciting.. flea market indoors and outdoors plus there's always a sweet auction inside by Mark and Linda.. oh and Mom's food in at the auction house is worth the visit alone... she makes awesome soups.. subs.. milkshakes .. and lots lots more ... platters are always huge and I haven't gotten anything there that I could or should complain about.. perfect ♡♡
I’m sure my three stars don’t accurately represent the greatness of this market as we went on a Saturday during the off season. We overheard some of the vendors saying Sundays are better. Half of the indoor shops were closed. There’s a general air of decrepitude. We found food that had been expired for 6 years. On the other side of things, there’s a Mediterranean shop that has excellent food. We got the grape leaves and a baklava. Both were authentic and delicious. We’ll try it again in warmer weather. I’m sure it’s a great place.
There are many vendors and it's very crowded on the weekend. Take cash bc next to none accept any card. But the prices reasonable & quality of food at Marlin Meats & Fruit Stands is quite nice. As well as a fun place to visit for unique fun finds & outside is like a large yard sale you're sure to enjoy your experience.
I love this place and I have been going here for quite a few years. The prices of the meat and produce are so much cheaper than in the grocery stores and the meat is Quality Meat and so is the produce. It takes a little bit to get used to the market in general but once you go a few times you'll appreciate the quaintness of it. You can actually afford to eat healthy by shopping here.
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