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Athens Area Farmers Markets

Support Local Farmers Markets In and Around Athens, GA

By Jessica Sweeney June 16, 2023

Grab some cash and reusable bags then head out to one of these local farmers markets! πŸŒ±πŸ…πŸ₯’

Spend your Saturdays (Wednesdays and Mondays, too!) by supporting our local Athens Area farmers and vendors. Many of these locations offer more than just fresh produce and meats - enjoy live music, handmade crafts, baked goods, and conversations with your community members!


Athens Farmers Market (2 locations)
Welcome in the 2024 season! The Athens Farmers Market is a community gathering space for locals to enjoy live music, children's activities, and seasonal events all-year long!
AFM also matches SNAP dollars and offers FARMRx, a produce prescription program that provides families in Athens with local food and nutrition education.


When: Saturdays, All Year Long from 8AM - 12PM

Where: Bishop Park located at 705 Sunset Drive, Athens, GA

When: Wednesdays, from March through November 2024 from 5PM - 8PM

Where: Creature Comforts located at 271 W Handcock Drive, Athens, GA


Marigold Market
Connecting Winterville & East Athens communities with fresh, local, & affordable food & artisan goods at the historic Pittard Bank building. Stop by for seasonal soups while you shop fresh and affordable produce and baked goods.
Many purchases are SNAP/EBT eligible!

When: Saturdays, April 6 - December 2024 from 9AM - 1PM

Where: 100 North Church Street, Winterville, GA

Marigold Monday Market
When: Mondays from March - December 2024 from 10AM - 1PM

Where: 100 North Church Street, Winterville, GA


Oconee Farmers Market
Come shop under the shade at Harris Shoals Park and browse local flowers, baked goods, crafts, produce, and hot-n-ready meals while listening to live music.

When: Saturdays, from April 6 - December 2024 from 9AM - 1PM

Where: Harris Shoals Park located on Harris Shoals Drive Watkinsville, GA


West Broad Farmers Market
"Strengthening the community through education and the stewardship of land for purposes of affordable housing, conservation, agriculture, and economic environment."
Customers can shop with vendors on the day of the market or pre-order online throughout the week and pick up on Saturdays during the market. 


WBFM also offers community classes! View and register through their Event Calendar here.

When: Saturdays, from April 20th through December 2024 (excluding Thanksgiving weekend) from 11AM - 2PM

Where: Rocksprings Park located at 135 Columbus Avenue Athens, GA

When: Every second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 5PM to 8PM. Click here for parking information.

Where: Athens Brewing Co. located at 108 Park Avenue Athens, GA



      
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