Columbus Farmers Market
Columbus Farmers Market
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10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Welcome to the Columbus Farmers Market Complex! Located on Route 206 in Columbus, New Jersey, the Columbus Farmers Market is just minutes from the New Jersey Turnpike and Interstate Route 295. The Delaware Valley's oldest and largest flea market with thousands of outdoor flea market items and over 65 inside retail stores, the Columbus Farmers Market is a BARGAIN HUNTERS DREAM!
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Mark G
1 contribution
Sep 2020
The market was jammed with people on their "off day - Thursday". That is a good thing if you enjoy the energy of a flea market and enjoyment that dealers are actually making money. After all, we should hope they do well in order for them to return year-after-year.
My concern is that there aren't the controls to prevent a regrettable visit to this great flea market. I would have expected that the dealers and customers would wear their face coverings and respect social distancing. I should have taken pictures because it was a scary experience, both the customers and dealers appeared to disregard this health control measure.
I called the Columbus Farmers Market phone number and they immediately hung up when I started to explain the lack of discipline in following health guidelines.
If you are concerned about the lack of controls...I strongly suggest that you look elsewhere for treasures and bargains until this health situation is in better controlled.
I LOVE this flea market and feel awful that I write a Negative review but I am concerned.
My concern is that there aren't the controls to prevent a regrettable visit to this great flea market. I would have expected that the dealers and customers would wear their face coverings and respect social distancing. I should have taken pictures because it was a scary experience, both the customers and dealers appeared to disregard this health control measure.
I called the Columbus Farmers Market phone number and they immediately hung up when I started to explain the lack of discipline in following health guidelines.
If you are concerned about the lack of controls...I strongly suggest that you look elsewhere for treasures and bargains until this health situation is in better controlled.
I LOVE this flea market and feel awful that I write a Negative review but I am concerned.
Written September 13, 2020
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LJHwillknow
Tuckerton, NJ137 contributions
Oct 2020
we live east of the market and were passing by on our way home from a trip to PA. Let's support the locals! So we stopped and popped in to the Market. Must say I want to go back again real soon for an outing of shopping! I DID grabbed 2 very large pumpkins AND a great basket of apples (making that pie!) . When I do get back there I plan to have a nice meal at the Amish Market - looked and smelled SO GOOD! This whole place will take a half a day to shop - everyone leaves carrying a bag! Check it out!
Written October 10, 2020
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George Louis
Palm Beach Gardens, FL2 contributions
Sep 2020
Go elsewhere unless you want to get or give Covid-19
This is about the outside market...after going there I didn't have the courage to go to the inside shops. I was told that the Amish Market was OK.
No social distancing
Large number people (including dealers) no masks
People bumping into one another it was so crowded
No spacial separating of tables despite open areas available for separation.
Tried to phone my complaint to their main phone number and after a couple of words they hung up.
I pray you stay away.
This is about the outside market...after going there I didn't have the courage to go to the inside shops. I was told that the Amish Market was OK.
No social distancing
Large number people (including dealers) no masks
People bumping into one another it was so crowded
No spacial separating of tables despite open areas available for separation.
Tried to phone my complaint to their main phone number and after a couple of words they hung up.
I pray you stay away.
Written September 3, 2020
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Ernest P. Worrell
1 contribution
Apr 2022
The best outdoor flea market hands down...... on a Sunday, if the weather is nice there can be over 1000 vendors (also open on Thursday & Saturday). You can almost literally find anything out there - antiques, vintage toys, local honey, street tacos, records, yard sale stuff, house clean-outs, wholesale clothing....
Written April 13, 2022
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Butterfly0729
Fiji32 contributions
Oct 2020 • Family
We went on a Saturday, mainly for the Amish market. The meats I thought were pricey. The baked goods are where it’s at. We left with quite a few things from there. The people are the sweetest and most helpful.
We then decided to walk around the other areas. This place is a typical flea market. Inside was clean but we did not use the restrooms. Outside, you have made in China, fell off the back of a truck type goods. Strange things, strange people ect. Everyone selling basically the same things...over and over. Treasures are supposedly found on Thursday and Sunday here. Shoppers were happily walking the aisles getting their goods and bargains. Simply Just not for me. The food vendors looked pretty good and reasonably priced.
While the Amish market is the gem here for me, it was concerning the lack of social distancing by shoppers and the masks the workers there were wearing. They didn’t have the bottom secure, like what’s the point of that? There was no crowd control and it was getting packed as we were leaving. Overall it’s worth a look, it’s all a personal preference type of thing. It’s either for you or not. I’d go back for the Amish market but that’s about it.
We then decided to walk around the other areas. This place is a typical flea market. Inside was clean but we did not use the restrooms. Outside, you have made in China, fell off the back of a truck type goods. Strange things, strange people ect. Everyone selling basically the same things...over and over. Treasures are supposedly found on Thursday and Sunday here. Shoppers were happily walking the aisles getting their goods and bargains. Simply Just not for me. The food vendors looked pretty good and reasonably priced.
While the Amish market is the gem here for me, it was concerning the lack of social distancing by shoppers and the masks the workers there were wearing. They didn’t have the bottom secure, like what’s the point of that? There was no crowd control and it was getting packed as we were leaving. Overall it’s worth a look, it’s all a personal preference type of thing. It’s either for you or not. I’d go back for the Amish market but that’s about it.
Written October 24, 2020
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Paul K
Philadelphia, PA583 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
I’ve been going to the Columbus market for over 50 years. It’s always a treat. The veggie stands are outstanding as is the fish market. The inside bakery and butcher shops are great. Love the ribs. Nice people and great service. If you haven’t been you are missing out.
Written April 1, 2023
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Cal R
29 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Hands-down the best Amish market in New Jersey. Great food, pastries, candy, plus hot foods you can take home, Butcher, and cheeses. They also have fresh fruit and vegetables plus a complete meat market.Plus a complete flea market with everything that you would want
Written February 22, 2020
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919jenn919
Elysburg, PA32 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
We went Saturday and Sunday. Sunday is definitely the day to go!! Old stuff, new stuff, lots of food! I guess people like Saturday for the Amish part of the market but we didn’t care about that part. Wear comfortable shoes. If you’re from out of state like us…bring shopping bags because NJ doesn’t allow any bags in stores, the flea market, or grocery stores.
Written July 13, 2022
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915Tara0707
Augusta, GA38 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
I love this market. I buy good wine here. You can taste up to 5 local wines at Venzanno’s. You can buy veggies and fruits in the huge produce market.
You can buy Italian foods. There is fish and seafood available also. My favorite store is
the Amish market. They have everything you can imagine including homeade donuts and BBQ.
Plan on spending most of the day. It’s pretty packed so go late in the day to get a parking spot.
You can buy Italian foods. There is fish and seafood available also. My favorite store is
the Amish market. They have everything you can imagine including homeade donuts and BBQ.
Plan on spending most of the day. It’s pretty packed so go late in the day to get a parking spot.
Written September 26, 2023
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Debika65
Medford, NJ21 contributions
Nov 2015
We enjoy visiting this flea market on Sundays, because the outside tables are usually all filled with vendors wanting to bargain and haggle. The Amish aren't there on Sundays, but their items are way overpriced, and of similar quality as our local Shop-Rite, so it's really not worth the trip for us on Saturdays. There is some junk, especially a fair share of "Made in China" junk (iPhone and tech accessories and sub-par socks, imposter perfumes, etc) at the tables closer to the buildings, but we just walk right past those tables and head for the back, were the mom and pop vendors cleaned out their attics/garages, and are trying to make a buck. We've purchased glass doorknobs and hardware, picture frames, tools, books, vintage jewelry, fishing poles and reels, LP albums...you name it! We also make a point of visiting the Farmers Markets for some produce. We have the best luck shopping at the produce market closest to Rt 206.
Written January 7, 2016
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foodmanJackson_NJ
Jackson,NJ15,820 contributions
What time is the earliest to go on Thursday and Saturday ?
foodmanJackson_NJ
Jackson,NJ15,820 contributions
Looking for old and used stuff and produce. What day is best day to go in the summer time? Winter time? In the fall?
Lisa L
Ellsworth, ME81 contributions
Thursday & Saturday includes Amish goods. Produce Thursday- Sunday
Saturday and Sunday flea market. I go early Saturday for everything.
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919jenn919
Elysburg, PA32 contributions
What day is the best to go during the fall/October time? I'm interested in the outdoor vendors and antiques. Thanks!
Gittmer
Toms River, NJ39 contributions
We have found Saturdays and Thursdays best
Are there more outside vendors on Saturdays or Sundays?
2nd_class_citizen
Milwaukee, WI14 contributions
I went on a Saturday in Sept. There were few in relation to the amount of tables available. A vendor told me that the next day (Sun) would be packed full. I won't be back there to see until spring.
Can you rent four wheel Walker at Columbus Flea Market?. I was there yesterday with my 86 year old mother and saw a lot of people using the same Walker.
mikeoflongisland
4 contributions
Sorry, I don't know. I guess contact them directly.
How i became a ice cream vendor?
Gittmer
Toms River, NJ39 contributions
Go to their web site; simply put "Columbus farmers market NJ" in the search box. Look for the tab in the middle of the page "Prospective Vendors". A pop-up will give choices. Choose the one you want. Their web site is very straight forward. Good luck!
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