Come join us – we look forward to celebrating Opening Day at the Lancaster Farmer’s in downtown Lancaster beginning at 8:30 a.m. OSU Extension Fairfield County will join us with kids’ activities and their famous smoothie bike. In addition, OSU Extension will have Free Seeds available from the Ohio Department of Agriculture and the Ohio State University Master Gardener Program Victory Garden Effort. Victory Gardens originated during World War I. People were encouraged to find any usable space, plop in some seeds and contribute homegrown fruits, vegetables and herbs. Today, this joint venture is meant to inspire people to get their hands dirty, realize the fruits of their labor and share with others. A good day in the garden is good for the soul. Be sure to stop by for a sample packet of Lettuce, Carrots, Cucumbers and Sunflower Seeds to use. 
The Lancaster Farmers Market runs for 23 weeks on Saturday mornings from May to October, plus our Harvest Market the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Each week our farmers and artisans bring a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, crafts, meat, flowers, eggs, and more.
The market takes place rain or shine. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, but should be on a leash. Parking is available on-street and in select parking lots nearby.
Most of our vendors accept credit and debit cards. Some accept Ohio Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program and WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program coupons. Our market also now accepts SNAP/EBT payments! Learn how you can get twice the dollar value for your SNAP purchase with Produce Perks! As you shop, look for a sign on each vendor’s tent telling you which forms of payment they accept.