Are you one of the many people in Central Pennsylvania who misses the Silver Spring Flea Market? Were you as disappointed as I was when the racetrack and flea market were turned into Wegmans and Target stores? If you were, you’ll be happy to know that the flea market is back and better than ever at Williams Grove Speedway. Every Sunday at 6:00 am, hundreds of vendors open their booths and offer everything you could imagine in new and used merchandise.
The flea market is actually two flea markets in one. The Williams Grove Historical Steam Engine Association has been hosting a Sunday morning flea market since April, 2007. The flea market consists of four rows of vendors selling everything from musical instruments to deep fried pickles (yes, I said deep fried pickles). Today I bought a like new heating and massage cushion for $5.00, 50 disposable lighters for $7.00 and four fresh cucumbers for $2.00. I passed on the deep fried pickles but someday… Vendor spaces are available for as little as $12.00 for a 15 x 30 foot space and $15.00 for a corner space.
The Park Market, located in the old Williams Grove amusement park is the rebirth of the Silver Spring Flea Market. The flea market winds around and through the old amusement rides and many of the buildings that used to serve as concession stands are now being used by the larger vendors who used to be indoors at Silver Spring. I’ve purchased everything from baseball cards to antique glassware to leather belts to fresh produce at The Park Market. During the spring and summer, The Park Market also features plants and flowers for your gardening needs and It seems like every time we go, there is more to see and more to buy. You could easily go to The Park Market every Sunday and find something different to bring home. 15 x 25 foot vendor spaces in The Park Market are only $10.00.
Whether you’re buying or selling, the flea markets at Williams Grove Speedway are for you. I may even bring some of my picnic baskets or barbecue tool sets and set up a booth there soon. In any event the flea markets are a great walk in the park and offer everyone the chance to find a treasure!
Can anyone tell me how I can get a stand here?
Thanks
Kelley,
I’m trying to find out the same thing. I would like a space as well. I know it’s 10 dollars for a spot but I would like to know how to get one.
Amanda,
From what I understand, the unreserved spaces in both sections of the flea market are first come/first served.
Alan
The unreserved stands are given out first come first served. You should show up by 5:00 AM to get a good site in the top section. They will come around and collect the money from you. Good luck with your selling.
Alan,
How do you get there?? I don’t see a direction link?? I am planning on coming this weekend
Thanks
Amanda
Hi Amanda,
The flea market is located in Mechanicsburg off of Lisburn Road. If you email me at alan@picnic-basket-set.com and let me know where you’re coming from I’ll be glad to send you directions.
Thanks,
Alan
Hi. I was wondering who to contact and how to contact them about reserving a spot in the park?.
I need directions to Williams Grove, where to wait in line to get in, thanks,
mel
Please see the new post I made today with directions. Have fun at the flea market.
Alan