Rice’s Sale & Country Market is a Bucks County legend — a sprawling outdoor market near New Hope that has been drawing shoppers to the rolling countryside of Upper Makefield Township for generations. Located at 6326 Greenhill Road, New Hope, PA 18938, the market operates every Tuesday and Saturday with over 400 vendors selling everything from farm-fresh produce and locally made foods to antiques, vintage finds, handcrafted goods, and clothing. At Homeowners in the Know, Rice’s is one of those places that has to be seen to be believed — and it captures the spirit of Bucks County’s outdoor market culture in a way that nothing else in the county quite matches. Call ahead or visit ricesmarket.com for current hours, as seasonal schedules apply.
Rice’s Market: A Generational Bucks County Tradition
Rice’s Market has been part of the fabric of Bucks County life for generations. What started as a country market in the rolling farmland near New Hope has grown into one of the largest outdoor markets in the greater Philadelphia region — a destination that draws shoppers from throughout Bucks County and beyond. The market’s longevity speaks to something real: it offers an experience that people genuinely value, that can’t be replicated online or in a conventional store, and that connects shoppers to a tradition of direct commerce and community gathering that predates modern retail by centuries.
The countryside setting matters enormously. Greenhill Road in Upper Makefield Township is some of the most beautiful rural landscape remaining in Bucks County — open fields, woodland edges, stone walls, and the kind of pastoral character that defines this region’s agricultural heritage. Arriving at Rice’s Market on a Tuesday or Saturday morning is not just an errand; it’s an experience of Bucks County at its most distinctive. The combination of a massive market and a beautiful rural setting creates something genuinely special that urban and suburban markets can’t replicate.
Location, Schedule, and How to Plan Your Visit
Rice’s Sale & Country Market is located at 6326 Greenhill Road in New Hope, PA 18938. The market runs year-round on Tuesdays and Saturdays, with some seasonal schedule adjustments. Hours vary by season — Saturday markets tend to have the longest operating hours and the highest vendor attendance, while Tuesday markets are also well-attended but may have a somewhat different vendor mix. For current hours and any seasonal closures, visit ricesmarket.com or call 215-297-5993.
The year-round operation on two days per week makes Rice’s one of the most consistently accessible markets in Bucks County — you don’t have to wait for the growing season or carve out a specific Saturday. The Tuesday option is particularly valuable for those whose weekend schedules don’t easily accommodate market visits. Arriving early on Saturday for the widest selection is the standard advice for any large market, and Rice’s is no exception — popular vendors and fresh food sellers see their best inventory go quickly once the crowds build.
400+ Vendors: What You’ll Find at Rice’s
The scale of Rice’s Market — 400+ vendors — is difficult to fully comprehend until you’re walking through it. The food section alone is comprehensive: farm-fresh produce from local and regional farms, locally made specialty foods including jams, preserves, pickles, and condiments, fresh-baked breads and baked goods, prepared and ready-to-eat foods from vendors offering everything from Amish-style meats to international street food flavors, and locally sourced honey, cheese, and dairy products. This isn’t a market you visit to find one or two things; it’s a market you can provision a household from, week after week.
The antique and vintage section is equally impressive. Dealers in antique furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles, estate jewelry, art, tools, books, and the full range of what makes a great antique market fascinating all have a presence at Rice’s. For serious collectors, the market is a reliable source for unexpected finds. For casual browsers, the joy of wandering through the antique vendors and not knowing what you’ll discover is one of the great pleasures of the Rice’s experience. The handcrafted goods and artisan vendor section adds yet another dimension — local makers of clothing, jewelry, crafts, and specialty items round out the market’s extraordinary range.
Fresh Food and Farm-Direct Produce
At its heart, Rice’s Market is a farm market — a place where the agricultural products of the region find direct buyers. The produce vendors at Rice’s offer genuine seasonal variety: spring brings early greens and asparagus, summer delivers tomatoes, peppers, sweet corn, and berries, fall arrives with apples, squash, and root vegetables. The mix of local Bucks County farms and regional producers creates real breadth and competitive quality in the produce section.
The specialty food vendors at Rice’s make it one of the better markets in the county for pantry staples and locally produced food items. Homemade jams and fruit preserves, artisan pickles, specialty sauces, locally produced honey in multiple varieties, and Pennsylvania-made specialty foods make it easy to stock a pantry with products you’d never find in a conventional grocery store. For food-focused shoppers who care about provenance and quality, the food vendor section of Rice’s Market is worth the trip even independent of the antiques and crafts.
A Bargain Hunter’s and Collector’s Paradise
Rice’s Market’s antique and vintage vendors have made it one of the most recognized outdoor antique markets in the greater Philadelphia region. The vendor density and variety mean that on any given Tuesday or Saturday, there are genuine finds to be made — pieces of furniture that belong in a well-appointed home, vintage clothing that surpasses anything in a contemporary boutique, estate jewelry at prices that retail stores can’t match, and collectibles ranging from mid-century Americana to Pennsylvania Dutch folk art. Experienced antique buyers know that Rice’s rewards regular visits: the inventory turns over continuously, and something that wasn’t there last week might be there this one.
Cash facilitates the best transactions in the antique section — most vendors prefer it, and it gives buyers leverage to negotiate. Bringing a truck or roomy car if you’re seriously shopping for furniture is obvious practical advice, but it’s worth mentioning: the scale of the furniture and large-item vendors at Rice’s is significant, and arriving in a subcompact when you’re hoping to find a farmhouse table limits your options. Come prepared to make finds, and you usually will.
Making a Day of It at Rice’s and New Hope
Rice’s Market’s location near New Hope makes it an excellent anchor for a full Bucks County day. After the market, the historic New Hope Borough is just a few miles away — one of the most distinctive small towns in the region, with galleries, restaurants, antique shops, and the Delaware River all within walking distance. The combination of a morning at Rice’s Market and an afternoon in New Hope is a classic Bucks County itinerary that rewards the time investment.
The Delaware Canal State Park towpath is also accessible near New Hope, offering a beautiful walk or bike ride along the historic canal and river. Building a morning at Rice’s into a broader day of Bucks County exploration is one of the ways the market’s location becomes a genuine quality-of-life asset for county residents. You’re not just going to a market; you’re spending time in one of the most beautiful and culturally rich corners of the county.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Rice’s Market run?
Rice’s Sale & Country Market operates year-round on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 6326 Greenhill Road in New Hope, PA 18938. Hours vary seasonally — Saturday markets generally have the longest hours and highest vendor attendance. Visit ricesmarket.com or call 215-297-5993 for current hours and any schedule updates.
How many vendors does Rice’s Market have?
Over 400 vendors across food, antiques, vintage goods, handcrafted items, clothing, and more. The scale is genuinely impressive and requires significant time to cover. Saturday markets tend to have fuller vendor attendance than Tuesday markets.
Is Rice’s Market good for antique shopping?
Yes — Rice’s is one of the most recognized outdoor antique markets in the greater Philadelphia region. The variety and volume of antique and vintage vendors is substantial, and the market rewards regular visits since inventory turns over continuously. Bring cash for the best negotiating leverage.
Is there fresh food at Rice’s Market?
Yes — farm-fresh produce, locally made specialty foods, baked goods, honey, prepared foods, and more are all part of the vendor mix. The food section is comprehensive enough to be a regular provisioning stop for households looking to buy local and seasonal throughout the year.
How do I get to Rice’s Market?
The market is at 6326 Greenhill Road in New Hope, PA 18938. GPS navigation to Greenhill Road works well. Parking is available on-site. Call 215-297-5993 or visit ricesmarket.com for directions and any current access information.
Bucks County at Its Most Distinctive
Rice’s Sale & Country Market is one of those Bucks County experiences that you simply need to have — not once, but regularly. Its combination of scale, variety, setting, and living tradition makes it something that rewards return visits across seasons and years. At Homeowners in the Know, it’s a place we recommend to anyone asking what makes Bucks County genuinely distinctive — not the manicured, curated version of the county, but the real thing, with 400+ vendors and decades of community market culture behind it.
Whether you come for the fresh produce, the antique hunting, the handcrafted goods, or simply the experience of one of the region’s great outdoor markets, Rice’s delivers. For more on what makes Bucks County such an exceptional place to live and explore, browse our Bucks County living guides — and for context on outdoor market culture in the Mid-Atlantic region, the Antiques and the Arts publication is a reliable resource for serious collectors and market enthusiasts.