Longer days and warmer weather mean that Charlotte farmers markets are back in full swing.
Check out our list of some of Charlotte’s top farmers markets to start shopping more sustainably today:
Uptown Farmers Market
When:
Every Saturday, April 17th – December 11th
8am – 12:30pm
Where:
300 S. Davidson St Charlotte, NC 282024.5 acre front parking lot at First Baptist Charlotte
What:
Robust selection of fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, bakers, and artisans. The market also hosts exercise groups, children’s arts and education activities, cooking demos, gardening workshops, and shuttles to nearby communities.
Additional features:
Uptown Farmers Market manages the Community Table Fund, which collects donations that fund nutritious monthly produce bags for food-insecure Charlotteans.
Learn more:
uptownfarmersmarket.com
Charlotte Regional Farmers Market
When:
Starting May 1, the market will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 am to 6 pm, and Sunday from 12-6 pm.
Where:
1801 Yorkmont Rd Charlotte, NC 28217
The Charlotte Regional Farmers Market is approximately three miles from the Charlotte Douglas International Airport. There are several means of transportation available at the airport.
What:
The Charlotte Regional Farmers Market is of four state-operated farmers markets managed by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Visit to shop for fresh produce, meats and cheeses, plus flowers and plants.
Additional features:
Select vendors offer samples on Fridays and Saturdays
Learn more:
ncagr.gov
South End Market at Atherton
When:
Every Saturday
8am – 1pm
Where:
2000 South Blvd Charlotte, NC 28203
Less than two blocks from the East/West Stop on the CATS Light Rail
What:
Shop a selection of vegetables, meat, fish, dairy, and specialty goods.
Learn more:
southendmkt.com
North End Farmers Market
When:
Every Wednesday, April-October
4-8pm
Where:
Camp North End, 300 Camp Rd, Charlotte, NC 28206
What:
Browse a selection of goods from farmers, ranchers, food artisans, and crafters
Learn more:
northendmarketclt.com
Plaza Midwood Farmers Market
When:
Every Saturday, April – November
10am-1pm
Where:
At Common Market, 2007 Commonwealth Avenue, Charlotte, NC
What:
All featured vendors produce their harvest using organic and green methods.
Learn more:
@plazamidwoodfarmersmarket
Davidson Farmers Market
When:
Saturdays (frequency depends on the season)
8am-12pm
Where:
120 S Main St, Davidson, NC 28036
Parking is available on Main Street, Town Hall Lot, Police Department Lot, and at Davidson Presbyterian Church lot at the corner of Depot & Jackson Streets.
What:
Fresh produce, breathtaking bouquets, diary products, artisanal goods.
Additional features:
Live music, a food truck, and live demonstrations and classes give even more energy to this lively market.
Learn more:
davidsonfarmersmarket.org
Huntersville Growers Market
When:
Every Saturday, May through August
8am-12pm
Where:
Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
What:
Vendors include Coddle Creek Farms, Katie’s Konfections, Loaf 122, Sherrill’s Produce, and A-Wow the Plant Gal.
Learn more:
huntersville.org
University City Farmers Market
When:
Saturdays May – October
9am – 1pm
Where:
The Shoppes at University Place, 8929 JM Keynes Drive
What:
Here you’ll find veggies and fruits, pasture-raised eggs and meats, as well as artisanal food and natural beauty care products.
Additional features:
Camp Gladiator hosts workouts on the first and last Saturday of the month at 9am.
Learn more:
univcitymarket.org
