2021 FARMERS MARKETS From Alpharetta to Woodstock
All markets have some COVID protocols in place. Expect lots of hand washing, no sampling and masks being required or requested.
Alpharetta Farmers Market Opens April 3; 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays
North and South Broad streets in front of City Center, alongside Town Green; alpharettafarmersmarket.com
Free parking is available in the City Center and Milton Avenue parking decks, and at Alpharetta Baptist Church on Old Roswell Street. There’s also easy pedestrian access across Main Street. The market has nearly 100 vendors and offers live music.
Avondale Estates Farmers Market Open year-round; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays
22 N. Avondale Road, Avondale Estates; avondaleestatesfarmersmarket.org
The market has expanded. It features more than 30 vendors, including some with produce, homemade baked items, handcrafted goods and prepared foods. The Georgia-based vendors give shoppers a variety of items to shop each week. The market is open rain or shine.
Brookhaven Farmers Market Opens March 20; 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays
1375 Fernwood Circle, Brookhaven; brookhavenfarmersmarket.com
There will be more than 40 vendors, both new and returning at the market this year.
Castleberry Farmers Market Opens April 19, running through Nov. 8; 4-7 p.m. Mondays
492 Larkin Place, Atlanta; castleberryfarmersmarket.org
This is the second full year for the Castleberry Farmers Market, which expects to have 10-15 vendors, with some vendors participating weekly while others participate biweekly or monthly. The market doubles Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program and Electronic Benefit Transfer amounts.
Cotton Mill Farmers Market Open year-round; 9-11 a.m. Saturdays through March
609 Dixie St., Carrollton; cottonmillfarmersmarket.org
The market celebrates its 20th year, with vendors from within a 50-mile radius offering produce, meat, cheese, baked goods, honey, jams and arts and crafts. SNAP/EBT benefits are doubled through the Georgia Fresh for Less program, starting in April.
Coweta County Farmers Market Opens June 5; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays
Asa M. Powell Senior Expo Center, 197 Temple Ave., Newnan; mainstreetnewnan.com/p/events/the-weekly-downtown-farmers-market
The first hour is reserved for senior shoppers or anyone who is medically fragile. Local farmers will be selling fruit and vegetables, homemade jams, jellies and fresh baked breads. There will be cut flowers, live plants, honey, mushroom, organic coffee and free-range duck and chicken eggs available.
Decatur Farmers Market Opens March 31; 4-7 p.m. Wednesdays
308 Clairmont Ave., Decatur; cfmatl.org/decatur
The market will have twice the number of vendors as before. Through a partnership with Wholesome Wave, Community Farmers Markets matches the amount of EBT dollars swiped with an equal amount of tokens for fruits and vegetables.
Dunwoody Farmers Market Open through Dec. 18; 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays
Brook Run Park, 4770 N. Peachtree Road, Dunwoody; dunwoodyfarmersmkt.com
The market has expanded its season to ensure that customers have access to local farmers and food businesses without being in large crowds that would pose health risks.
East Atlanta Village Farmers Market Opens March 25; 4-8 p.m. Thursdays
572 Stokeswood Ave. SE, Atlanta; cfmatl.org/eav
Each week, the Treat Yo’ Shelf General Store will offer a variety of shelf-stable products from local vendors. The market will celebrate Earth Day (April 22) with a Plant 2 Plate event with Love Is Love Farm. Led by Wholesome Wave Georgia and Food Well Alliance, Georgia Plant 2 Plate provides households on SNAP with 50 percent off local fruit and vegetable plants with EBT, plus free gardening kits to grow fresh food at home. The amount of EBT dollars swiped is matched with an equal amount of tokens for fruits and vegetables.
East Point Farmers Market Open through December; 4-7 p.m. Wednesdays
2714 East Point St., East Point (1 block from the East Point MARTA station); facebook.com/EastPointFarmersMarket
The market doubles SNAP benefits for fruits, vegetables, and plants. Vendors offer fresh breads, meat, herbs, organic nuts/granola, eggs, all-natural skin care and soaps, handmade arts, crafts and jewelry, aromatherapy and more. There is live music to entertain shoppers.
Freedom Farmers Market at the Carter Center Open year-round; 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays
Carter Center, 453 John Lewis Freedom Parkway, Atlanta; freedomfarmersmkt.org
The market is open rain or shine every Saturday of the year.
Fresh MARTA Markets cfmatl.org/marta
A winter market is being operated at four MARTA stations through early April. Regular hours will resume and the Bankhead Station will open the first week of April. Pantry items are available to customers courtesy of Urban Recipes, while supplies last. The amount of EBT dollars swiped is matched with an equal amount of tokens for fruits and vegetables.
West End Station, 680 Lee St. SW, Atlanta: Tuesdays. Open noon-4 p.m. March 16-30, 3-7 p.m. April 6-Dec. 14
H.E. Holmes Station, 70 Hamilton E. Holmes Drive, Atlanta. Wednesdays. Open noon-4 p.m. March 16-March 30, 3-7 p.m. April 7- Dec. 15 (closed Nov. 24)
Bankhead Station, 1335 Donald Hollowell Parkway, Atlanta. Wednesdays. Open 3-7 p.m. April 7-Dec. 15 (closed Nov. 24)
College Park Station, 3800 Main St., College Park. Thursdays. Open noon-4 p.m. March 4-April 1, 3-7 p.m. April 8-Dec 16 (closed Nov 25)
Five Points Station, 30 Alabama St. SW., Atlanta. Fridays. Open noon-4 p.m. Feb. 5-April 2, 3-7 p.m. April 9- Dec. 17 (closed Nov. 26)
Grant Park Farmers Market Open year-round; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays
Eventide Brewery, 1015 Grant St. SE, Atlanta; cfmatl.org/grantpark
The market has lots of flowers and produce, with tie-dye merchandise coming soon. The store offers a variety of shelf-stable products from local vendors. The amount of EBT dollars swiped is matched with an equal amount of tokens for fruits and veggies.
Green Market at Piedmont Park Opens March 27; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays
Returns to 12th Street and Piedmont Avenue in Piedmont Park; piedmontpark.org/green-market
New vendors include Pinewood Springs Farm from Stockbridge and West Georgia Produce from Roopville. Other vendors include Furrowed Earth Farm from Griffin, Earth Dog Farm from Atlanta, DaySpring Dairy from Gallant, Southern Berkshire Farm from Westminster, South Carolina, and Wild Light Honey from Savannah. Shoppers also can find ready-to-eat or frozen pupusas from Buenos Dias Cafe, meal kits from Essential Meals, and a variety of plants and creative terrariums. Several additional jewelry and craft vendors will be on hand throughout the season.
Halcyon Farmers Market Opens March 16; 4-7 p.m. Tuesdays
6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta; facebook.com/halcyonfarmersmarket
The market, located in the multi-use Halcyon development, will begin its second year with about 40 vendors, focused on locally grown and produced foods and wellness items. Products available include fruits, vegetables, flowers, baked goods, seafoods, meats and dips. Free parking is available in the 1,200-space parking deck adjacent to the site.
Historic Downtown Acworth Farmers Market Opens April 9; 8 a.m.-noon Fridays
Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee St., Acworth; acworthparksandrecreation.org
The market offers a traditional mix of vendors selling vegetables, eggs, honey, baked goods, jams and jellies, beauty products, bedding plants, locally roasted coffee, cheese, beef, pork, lamb, goat, salmon, sausages, nuts and granola, boiled peanuts, spices and sauces.
Jonesboro Farmers Market Opens May 8; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays; 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays
155 Lee St., Jonesboro; jonesboroga.com
There is no charge for farmers and vendors to participate at the market, which makes it unique. Vendors include urban farmers with a variety of locally grown fresh fruits, microgreens and vegetables. Cottage food vendors offer an array of homemade products, such as canned goods, jams, jellies, honey, breads, cookies and cheesecakes. Also available are house plants and vegetable seedlings and crafts created by local artists. All items sold at the market must be locally or Georgia-grown, or homemade. Live food preparation/nutrition demonstrations will continue to be held on occasional market days.
Kennesaw Farmers Market Opening date and location to be determined. General dates are June-August. For updates, visit facebook.com/KennesawFarmersMarket
Lilburn Farmers Market May 7-Aug. 27; 4-7 p.m. Fridays
1400 Killian Hill Road, Lilburn; lilburnfarmersmarket.org
Celebrating 12 years, the market will continue to offer online purchases with contactless, drive-through pickup and local delivery available. Vendors also will be at the market for in-person sales. Special activities include live music and a chance to meet local community groups and learn about their causes. SNAP/EBT dollars are matched and doubled to purchase fresh, local fruits and vegetables.
Mableton Farmers Market The market plans to open June 3 and run through Aug. 12 (closed July 1); 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursdays
Mable House Complex, 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton; mableton.org/mableton-farmers-market
There will be fresh produce from local small farmers; fresh baked items; local honey; certified organically prepared gourmet nuts, energy bars, bites and mixes; a knife, scissors and tool sharpening vendor; and a jewelry maker. Cooking demonstrations will show quick and easy ways to prepare the produce sold at the market. The Cobb and Douglas County Public Health Department will be there to talk about healthy lifestyles for families. SNAP customer purchasing power will be doubled through the GA Fresh 4 Less program.
Marietta Square Farmers Market Open year-round; 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays
41 Market St., Marietta; mariettasquarefarmersmarket.com
The Sunday market has been suspended. For people with health concerns, the market is open an hour early, 8-9 a.m.
Morningside Farmers Market Open year-round; 8-11:30 a.m. Saturdays
1411 N. Morningside Drive, Atlanta; facebook.com/morningsidefarmersmarket
This certified organic market has moved to a new location in the parking lot of Morningside Presbyterian Church, its first new location since the market opened in 1995. Vendors this year include Root Baking Co., Pulp, Cradleboard Creations and Thousand Hills Ranch.
Norcross Community Market Open for drive-through pickup of online orders 9-11 a.m. Saturdays; in-person opening date to be determined
Norcross City Hall parking lot, 65 Lawrenceville St., Norcross; norcrosscommunitymarket.com
Order online from Sunday mornings to 5 p.m. Thursdays. At Saturday pickup, stay in your vehicle and a market volunteer with bring your order to you.
Oakhurst Farmers Market Open year-round; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays
Sceptre Brewing Arts, 630 East Lake Drive, Decatur; cfmatl.org/oakhurst
The market is welcoming six more farms. The amount of EBT dollars swiped is matched with an equal amount of tokens for fruits and vegetables.
Peachtree City Farmers Market Open year-round; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays
Aberdeen Village Shopping Center, 215 Northlake Drive, Peachtree City; peachtreecitymarket.com
The market runs rain or shine and has about 60 vendors offering a variety of fresh produce, poultry, beef, pork, bread, sweet treats, honey, eggs, prepared foods, homemade bath and body products, pottery, jewelry, and candles. Live music is performed.
Peachtree Road Farmers Market Open through Dec. 18; 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays
2744 Peachtree Road NW, Atlanta; peachtreeroadfarmersmarket.com
The 15th season for this large producer-only market, which has more than 50 vendors. All the farmers are certified organic or certified naturally grown. Holiday artist markets at the end of the year feature more than 25 local artists.
Ponce City Farmers Market Opens March 24; 4-8 p.m. Wednesdays
The Shed on the Eastside Beltline trail, just outside Ponce City Market; cfmatl.org/poncecity
The market is moving to Wednesdays. Its location in the Shed allows for safe outdoor gathering. This year’s farms include Cosmos Farm, which is offering Community Supported Agriculture pickup at the market. Other weekly vendors include Dandelion Food & Goods, Georgia Peach Truck and Honey Next Door. The store will offer a variety of shelf-stable products from local vendors as well, including Georgia Grinders nut butters and Hopes Salsa. The amount of EBT dollars swiped is matched with an equal amount of tokens for fruits and vegetables.
Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market Open April 10 (subject to change) through October; 8 a.m.–noon Saturdays
Location to be determined roswellfam.com
Sandy Springs Farmers Market Opens April 17; 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays through Sept. 25; 9 a.m.-noon Oct. 2-Nov. 20
City Springs, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs; citysprings.com/farmersmarket
Vendors provide an open-air opportunity to purchase fresh produce and artisan foods. Check the website often to keep up with new offerings.
Serenbe Farmers and Artists Market 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays
Selborne Lane, Chattahoochee Hills, serenbefarms.com/farmers-market
From 9 to 10 a.m., masks are required. From 10 a.m. to noon, masks are encouraged. Vendors offer local produce, meats and prepared foods in a large green space surrounded by plentiful trees, rather than an asphalt parking lot.
Snellville Farmers Market Open October through May, 9 a.m.-noon the first and third Saturdays of each month City Hall parking lot, 2342 Oak Road, Snellville
Open June 5-Sept. 25, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays Town Green in front of Snellville City Hall, 2342 Oak Road, Snellville; snellvillefarmersmarket.com
This producer-only market offers a variety of fresh local produce, pasture-raised meats, shrimp from the Georgia coast, local honey, eggs, baked goods, jellies, barbeque, made-to-order pizza, plants and cut flowers, as well as other locally made food products, bath and body care products, and a selection of local crafts.
Stone Mountain Farmers Market June 8-Aug. 31; 4-7 p.m. Tuesdays
Municipal parking lot, 922 Main St., Stone Mountain; facebook.com/stonemountainfarmersmarket
Vendors include David’s Garden, Hungarian Pastries, Pearson Farms and B&C Farms from the village of Stone Mountain.
Suwanee Farmers Market Opens April 3; 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays in April; 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays, May-October Winter market is twice a month through MarchSuwanee Town Center Park, 330 Town Center Ave., Suwanee; suwanee.com/explore-suwanee/events/farmers-market
Sweet Apple Farmers and Artisans Market Open year-round; 2-5 p.m. Thursdays
320 Hardscrabble Road, Roswell; facebook.com/SweetAppleFarmersMarket
Tucker Farmers Market Online market open Fridays through Wednesdays, for pickup or delivery 4-6 p.m. Thursdays; in-person market opening date to be determined.
St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 4882 LaVista Road, Tucker; tuckerfarmersmarket.com
At this time, the market is pre-order only, with contactless pickup, or delivery available in the Tucker area. Order at localline.ca/tuckerfarmersmarket.
Vickery Village Farmers Market Open year-round; beginning March 18, spring-to-fall farmers market open 9 a.m.-noon Thursdays; beginning Nov. 6, winter market open 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays
Vickery Village Courtyard, 5920 Post Road, Cumming; facebook.com/VVFarmersMarket
This is the fourth year for this market, which features local vendors and farmers who use organic growing practices or are Certified Naturally Grown.
Vinings Jubilee Farmers Market Open year-round, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Thursdays
4300 Paces Ferry Road, Vinings; facebook.com/viningsfarmersmarket
This new market, located at Vinings Jubilee, opened Oct. 1, 2020, and has been running weekly since. Local vendors include Ed Gaile BBQ, Alligator Pear Foods, Hometown Honey, Bernhards German Bakery and Pure Bliss Organics, as well as vendors with fresh produce, seafood, homemade baked goods, meats and sausages, dips and more.
Virginia-Highland Farmers Market Opens April 22; 4-8 p.m. Thursdays
Farm Burger parking lot, 1017 N. Highland Ave., Atlanta; cfmatl.org/virginia-highland
This new market will open on Earth Day. It’s a collaboration between Community Farmers Markets, Farm Burger and the Virginia-Highland District Association. The store will offer a variety of shelf-stable products from local vendors as well. Masks are required in the market space, and hand sanitizer is available at each entrance. Social distancing is encouraged, and many vendors offer touch-free checkout. The amount of EBT dollars swiped is matched with an equal amount of tokens for fruits and vegetables.
Woodstock Farm Fresh Market Opens April 17 and runs through Dec. 18; 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays
Market Street in downtown Woodstock, between Mill and Maple streets; visitwoodstockga.com/portfolio/farm-fresh-market
This year’s Saturday market will include events from the Cherokee County Farm Bureau, cooking demonstrations from local chefs and live music.
Check individual websites and Facebook pages because all times and dates are subject to change.
Source: https://www.ajc.com/things-to-do/your-complete-guide-to-2021-metro-atlanta-farmers-markets/3DKE6T6R2BGY5IHQDJV2XNQBI4/
