Market on Chocolate

05/10/2026

05/06/2026

It’s finally happening 👏

Market on Chocolate kicks off May 30 and you won’t want to miss opening day.

Fresh food. Local makers. Live music. Good energy.

📍 Downtown Hershey | Chocolatetown Square Park (adjacent to the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company)

🕤 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Tag who you’re bringing in the comments 👇

03/31/2026

✨ Vendor Call for 2026 ✨

We have a limited number of vendor spots still available for the 2026 Market on Chocolate season!

At this time, we are not accepting candle or jewelry vendors, and we do not accept MLM vendors.

We’d love to hear from:
👨‍👧‍👧 Children’s specialty vendors
🥕 Fresh produce vendors
🎨 Art & home goods (pottery, paintings, woodworking, handmade décor)
🕰️ Antiques with a focus on local history
🍯 Specialty foods & beverages (herbs, cider, wine, beer, spirits, gourmet & international foods)

Interested? Apply now while spots last.

02/25/2026

🌟 VENDORS WANTED — Market on Chocolate 🌟

We’re building a vibrant, community-focused market and are currently accepting vendor applications!

💸 Early Bird Special:
Lock in a discounted booth rate when you pay before April 11 — don’t miss the savings!

✨ Vendor Wish List ✨

✅ Fresh Produce — fruits & vegetables
✅ Dairy — milk, cheese, yogurt
✅ Art & Home Goods — pottery, paintings, woodworking, handmade décor
✅ Antiques — with a focus on local history
✅ Specialty Foods & Beverages — herbs, cider, wine, beer, spirits, gourmet prepared foods, international foods
✅ Apparel — new & vintage
✅ Children’s Items — toys, clothing, books, and more
✅ other specialty goods not listed that add value to the market

Bring your unique products and help create a market that’s lively, diverse, and truly local.

📩 Interested or have questions? Reach out to apply and reserve your space!
[email protected]

👉 https://forms.gle/ynC5u9DceuCijjUz7

02/12/2026

We have a butcher, bakers, and candlestick makers... and are still accepting vendors to round out our seasonal schedule.

Do you sell:
🐄dairy
🥚eggs
🍎fruits
🌽vegetables
🍜Culturally rich and diverse foods

We are also looking to promote environmentally friendly and uniquely different vendors

Do you sell?
♻ sustainable or upcycled goods
📚 books or are you a local author
🐾 pet care/ pet food/ accessories

If you think you are a fit, or sell something unique not listed here-- reach out! [email protected]

We value our community and want to ensure our market stays vibrant, welcoming, and uniquely Hershey.

02/06/2026

Our 2026 Market on Chocolate season is filling up fast — and we’re looking to round out our vendor lineup with unique, high-quality offerings that make Downtown Hershey’s market truly special.

We’re currently seeking vendors featuring:

• Fresh produce
• Dairy & eggs
• Pet treats and accessories
• Vintage and repurposed apparel
• Children’s wear
• Artistry and local photography
• Woodworking
• Textile art
• Pottery
• other specialty goods

Our goal is a balanced, vibrant market that supports vendor success and delivers a fun, family-friendly experience for shoppers.

👉 Interested in joining the 2026 season? Apply now to be part of Market on Chocolate!
https://forms.gle/zmiPQM2kt7MyCUWHA

01/30/2026

✨The first round of vendor approval emails have officially been sent! ✨ (Please be sure to check your inbox — and spam folder just in case.)

If you did not receive an approval email and would like to follow up, you can reach me directly at: [email protected] .

We’re excited to share that we continue to welcome new vendors throughout the season. We offer full-season, half-season, and occasional vendor spots to fit a variety of schedules and commitments — making it easy to participate whether you’re with us every week or just when it works best for you. If you’ve been considering joining our vendor community, now is a great time to apply and be part of our vibrant downtown outdoor market.

Apply Here 👉 https://forms.gle/zEdkNhtB17okZsCc8

12/25/2025

✨ Happy Holidays from Market on Chocolate ✨

As winter settles in and the season turns festive, we’re wishing our community warmth, peace, and joy. Thank you for supporting local, shopping small, and being part of what makes Market on Chocolate such a special place.

From our families to yours — may your holidays be bright and the New Year filled with good health and lots of sweet moments. ❄️🎄🍫

12/01/2025

Cyber Monday is here-- and many of the Market on Chocolate vendors who joined us in the 2025 season have online shops.

Make sure to support small local businesses this holiday season and year round to find unique gifts.

Is there a vendor youre looking to connect with? Leave us a comment and we'll share a link if we have it.

11/26/2025

A Market on Chocolate shopper sent us this photo after picking up their Thanksgiving turkey from one of our 2025 vendors, Bucks Run Farms, LLC.

As you shop this holiday season, remember to support small and shop local—every purchase helps business owners thrive!

10/01/2025

✨ How exciting to be featured in the new Greet Hershey ✨ Market on Chocolate is more than a local outdoor market—it’s a place where community comes together. 💚 We’re grateful for the recognition and the opportunity to share what makes us so special.

The Market on Chocolate is truly a beautiful example of shared local community every year in Hershey. Vendors, classes, artists, exhibits and more all convene every weekend to share their passion projects with residents! Read more from Market Manager, Tracy, in the first issue of Greet Hershey, hitting mailboxes later this month! Downtown Hershey Association