Reading Terminal Market

We recently released our inaugural Economic Impact Study sharing details about capital expenditures, operational footprint, tourism impacts and community benefits. Read about the report and its findings via Metro Philly:

Reading Terminal Market a ‘serious economic engine’ for Philadelphia, study finds - Metro Philadelphia Reading Terminal Market generates $126 million in economic activity and supports 650 Philadelphia jobs, according to its first economic impact study.

The weekend calls for a stroll through the Market! Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the Market this weekend. We're open daily 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

We're so excited to share our newest Market Merch collection with tattoo artist and last year's Scrapple Sculpting champion, Patrick Moser. In addition to t-shirts and sweatshirts pictured above, check out pins and magnets. These unique designs will be available for a limited time at The Market Merch in-store and online: https://merch.readingterminalmarket.org/

Molly Malloy's Oktoberfest menu is here! Molly Malloy's is bringing the celebration to Reading Terminal Market with Bavarian favorites like bratwurst, soft pretzels, b**r and more.

Whether you're in Philly on a visit or just moved to the city, there's so much to take in. Check out local favorites, historical landmarks and more with a two-day itinerary published by including a stop at Reading Terminal Market.

Happy first day of fall! Reading Terminal Market is ringing in the season with fall favorites all over the market.

📷: Beiler's Doughnuts, Sweet As Fudge Candy Shoppe, Lancaster Produce

Save the date! Scrapple & Apple Festival is back on Saturday, October 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mark your calendars for a day of sweet and savory treats from our merchants.

The fun begins on Thursday, October 15 at 11 a.m. with our Scrapple Sculpting Contest. Watch as 12 participants sculpt Reading Terminal inspired creations out of a six-pound block of scrapple!

📷: The Pennsylvania General Store chocolate chip scrapple cookie, 2025 scrapple sculpting contest, Mueller Chocolate Co. caramel apples, scrapple Gritty, Down Home Diner scrapple fries with apple butter

Our newest merchant, held a grand opening celebration last month. Learn more about Ethiopian cuisine and owner Marta Kebede's inspiring story via The Philadelphia Tribune:

Ethiopian entrepreneur opens Reading Terminal's first African eatery. Watching her mother cook in their home in Ethiopia inspired Marta Kebede to pursue her own culinary dream. Two weeks ago, that dream became reality when she celebrated the grand

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15. During this time, we honor the great contributions that the Hispanic community has made to Reading Terminal Market. Join us in uplifting the Hispanic-owned small businesses ElMerkury, LUHV FOOD and Kensington Food Company at Reading Terminal Market this month and all year long! You can also find Hispanic artists and brands at The Pennsylvania General Store .

📷: Guatemalan fried chicken from El Merkury, vegan rueben from Luhv Vegan Deli, self-pour oils and vinegars from Kensington Food Co.

Happy National Cheeseburger Day! If you needed a reason to grab a great burger for lunch, let this be your sign. Stop by Hunger Burger or Molly Malloy's for a cheeseburger, try LUHV FOOD’s vegan burger or pick up some patties from Halteman Family Meats, Giunta's Prime Shop at Reading Terminal Market or Martin's Specialty Sausage Company to grill at home.

Fringe Arts returns to the market this Friday with a variety of special performances. Join us Friday, September 18 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

4:00 PM Opera on Tap Philadelphia Presents: “Pagliacci”
4:30 PM A Murder Most Felt; or, It's Not Easy Bleeding Green
5:00 PM Hermit Jazz: Solo Bass Shakuhachi & Nature Blues
5:30 PM Chekhov’s Banana Peel

Reading Terminal Market today released its first Economic Impact Study authored by Econsult Solutions and in partnership with the Reading Terminal Market Merchants Association. We're happy to show on a tangible level what a powerful economic engine Reading Terminal Market is for Philadelphia and Pennsylvania. The report details capital expenditures, operational footprint, tourism impacts and community benefits.

Some highlights include:
- $146 million in annual economic output
- 740 full-time jobs supported
- $2.7 million in tax revenue for the commonwealth
- 6 million annual visitors

View the full report: https://readingterminalmarket.org/economic-impact-study/

Breakfast at the Market is the best way to kick off your weekend. Tell us in the comments which of these morning meals you're trying.

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- Classic breakfast from Molly Malloy's
- Pastries from Market Bakery
- Cappuccino from Old City Coffee
- Donuts from
- Waffle from Pearls Oyster Bar
- Breakfast roll-up from

Today we remember and honor those who lost their lives, as well as the first responders who demonstrated extraordinary courage on September 11, 2001.

Today, Philadelphia remembers. 🇺🇸

25 years after September 11, 2001, Meg Saligman's, "Our Flag Unfurled" (a Mural Arts Philadelphia project located along the Delaware River just north of Center City), remains a powerful tribute to the lives lost and the resilience that followed.

Reading Terminal is ready for the Eagles home opener this weekend! Stop by the Market for game day sweets, snacks and apparel. Go birds!

📷: Mueller Chocolate Co., Frank's Alot, The Famous 4th Street Cookie Company, The Pennsylvania General Store, Fox & Son Fair Foods

Shop for Rosh Hashanah at Reading Terminal Market!
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Iovine Brothers Produce: apples
Bee Natural LLC: assorted honey
Hershel's East Side Deli: brisket
Termini Bros Bakery: Jewish apple ring cake

Please note, RTM is not a certified Kosher facility.

Your favorite Reading Terminal snacks and treats are here to cure the end-of-summer blues. Stop by this week for a pick-me-up. We're open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Did you know? Reading Terminal Markets newest and oldest merchants are separated by more than a century. Check out the new article from Montco.Today detailing the Market's rich history:

Reading Terminal Market is 133 Years Old: Meet Its Oldest and Newest Merchants Bassetts signed the first lease in 1892; Sekela Kitchen opened in 2026. See how Reading Terminal Market's merchants evolved over 133 years.

Profi's Creperie is now available to order online through their website profiscrepes.com! Now you can order ahead to get a little taste of France right here in Philadelphia. Try Profi's sweet and savory crepes, croissants and more.

Reading Terminal Market will be closed Monday, September 7 and will reopen on Tuesday, September 8 at 8 a.m. We hope that everyone has a restful holiday.

Headed down the shore this weekend? Pick up some beach snacks from Reading Terminal Market before you get on the road.

📷: Pennsylvania Libations Spirits, Sparrow's, Lancaster County Market, Flying Monkey Bakery

Now that school is back in session, shop for weekday lunches at Reading Terminal! With a huge selection of fresh ingredients as well as prepared meals, our merchants have everything you need for your mid-day pick-me-up.

📷: Chef Beth's Kitchen, Lancaster Produce Co., Careda's Caribbean Cuisine, LUHV FOOD, Downtown Cheese