by As the weather warms up across central Pennsylvania, farmers markets throughout Centre County are springing back to life. From State College to Bellefonte and beyond, these markets offer fresh, locally grown produce, handcrafted goods, and friendly community vibes.
Whether you’re a local shopper or just passing through, here’s a roundup of the top outdoor farmers markets in Centre County for the 2025 season — including where to find them and when they’re open.
Downtown State College Farmers Market
📍 Locust Lane (between College Ave & Beaver Ave)
🕒 Fridays, 11:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Through Late Fall
Located right in the heart of downtown, this bustling market hosts over a dozen vendors for the 2025 season. Shoppers can look forward to offerings from Inside Out Cookie, Fasta & Ravioli Co., Harner Farm, Idou Coffee Co., and more. Expect to find baked goods, flowers, fresh produce, and artisan treats every Friday afternoon.
Bellefonte Farmers Market
📍 3047 Benner Pike (Next to Centre Peace)
🕒 Saturdays, 9 AM – 1 PM | Through Late Fall
This historic Bellefonte market kicked off its 2025 season with an impressive selection of frozen meats, live plants, farm-fresh eggs, and dried floral arrangements. It’s a cozy Saturday morning stop for anyone looking to support local farms and crafters.
North Atherton Farmers Market
📍 Home Depot Parking Lot, 2615 Green Tech Drive
🕒 Saturdays, 10 AM – 2 PM | Starting May 17 – Through November
A true producers-only market, North Atherton ensures that every vendor sells only what they grow, raise, or make themselves. While the 2025 vendor list is still in the works, last year’s lineup included everything from fresh produce and baked goods to specialty sauces and handmade products.
Boalsburg Farmers Market
📍 Pennsylvania Military Museum, 51 Boalsburg Ave.
🕒 Tuesdays, 2 PM – 6 PM | Starting May 6
Returning to the scenic grounds of the Pennsylvania Military Museum, the Boalsburg Farmers Market brings together a vibrant mix of vendors every Tuesday afternoon. Expect fresh meats, fish, dairy, baked items, cultured drinks, flowers, and more. While the museum remains closed for renovations, the market continues outdoors in full swing.
Pine Grove Mills Farmers Market
📍 St. Paul Lutheran Church Parking Lot, 277 W. Pine Grove Road
🕒 Thursdays, Starting June 5
This producer-only market emphasizes local relationships and fresh food. Visitors can browse seasonal produce, pasture-raised meats, brown eggs, cheese, baked goods, coffee, beer, and more from small businesses in the region. The market invites everyone to bring their family, meet neighbors, and enjoy the Thursday market tradition.
Need More Options?
If you’re still looking for farmers markets in your area, check out the Penn State Extension Farm Market Finder — an interactive map full of markets, local food producers, and agritourism destinations throughout Pennsylvania.
