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Market Photos

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Weekend markets are a fantastic place to people watch and to take your camera for a walk.

You’ll find good food with a side of inspiration.

Friendly pets.

Things you didn’t know you needed.

Pops of color.

Sometimes we even see things that draw us in. This little girl was transfixed by this beautiful mural and it made me smile.

If you think representation doesn’t matter you most likely are well represented in the world. What a lovely moment for this little one and for the rest of us who enjoyed her quiet fascination.

These photos all came from Second Street Market in Dayton, a place I hope to visit again this fall. A morning of people watching and some time at the Dollar Book Swap sounds awfully appealing. Then again, there are many things I haven’t done over there. Perhaps I’ll try something new!! Regardless of what else I get into, you’ll definitely find me at Second Street, looking for all the things I didn’t know I needed to see!

Second Street Market

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Second Street Market in Dayton, Ohio is one of those things that makes me wish I lived closer to a city. In fact, I would be there all the time if I lived closer.

This public market is part of the Five Rivers MetroParks system and is reminiscent of something you might see in Europe. Outside the 1911 Baltimore and Ohio Railroad warehouse, you’ll find all manner of vendors including farmers with their produce and fresh flowers.

There are crafters and other vendors too. Inside, you’ll find more of that along with folks selling Dayton products, handmade jewelry, fancy flavored olive oils, and locally grown meat.

There’s a walk-up coffee shop, a vegan place, a Chinese restaurant and a place that makes fresh bagels daily. My friend and I each had a breakfast bowl from a Mexican place – it was potatoes, eggs, salsa, peppers and queso served on a bed of fresh made tortilla chips. This was the best meal I’ve had in ages and friendly passersby even asked what we had that looked so good.

We also met a MetroParks employee who talked about growing herbs in containers. There was a guy playing guitar and the people watching was superb. Plus, everyone was friendly and the atmosphere is charming.

I couldn’t help but imagine strolling through here on a summer morning, basket in hand, to select perfectly ripe peaches and zucchini. I would treat myself to a bouquet of fresh flowers too!

A girl can dream!

They’re open year round on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Parking is free. Find them on Facebook or click here to visit their website for details.