BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The Bethlehem Rose Garden Farmers Market successfully launched its 2025 season June 7, delivering fresh local produce, artisanal goods and vibrant community gathering to Historic Rose Garden Park.
The weekly market, operated by the Mount Airy Neighborhood Association, opened to enthusiastic crowds at the corner of Eighth Avenue and Broad Street in Bethlehem. The market will continue every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October.
Opening day featured an array of local farmers and vendors offering seasonal produce including apples, peaches, strawberries and fresh vegetables. Shoppers discovered locally produced honey, pure beeswax candles, soaps and lotions throughout the market.
Food vendors delivered on their promise of homemade Scottish pasties, fruit pies, pierogies, cookies and scones, along with free-range meat and chicken, cheese and dairy products. Beverages included kombucha, coffee, and mead.
Two featured vendors returned for the 2025 season with strong showings. Bubs Breads offered fresh baguettes, boules and croissants made with local grains and natural leavens, plus weekly specials such as focaccia, croque monsieur and vegan mushroom-stuffed croissants.
Crooked Tree Chicken Ranch returned with vendor Jude firing up his grill for chicken burgers.
Other standout vendors included Mon & Mel’s Sweet Scoops Ice Cream Truck, offering ice cream cones, sundaes and fruit smoothies. Frick Family Farm brought local strawberries, sweet peas and lettuce varieties that drew steady crowds.
The market features live music and specialty activities weekly in the beloved park setting. Early arrivals are rewarded with the best selection.
