It’s that time of the year again, farm fresh produce is beginning to appear on stands all across the Bluegrass. Kentucky Farmers Markets are a great place to purchase farm-fresh produce and support your local community. Check out our round-up of farmers markets in Kentucky, grab your reusable shopping bags and head out to shop for some of the best produce the state has to offer!
Farmers Markets in Louisville Kentucky and Surrounding Area
Douglass Loop Farmers Market
Local Produce from the Louisville area is sold at this weekly farmer’s market. The market runs nearly year round. Produce varies by season but they regularly have meat, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, soap, jams, jellies, breads, quality plants, wine and prepared foods. There’s picnics in the shade for people who want to hang out and enjoy live music and a family-friendly atmosphere. This farmers market is a welcoming place for visitors of all ages, even dogs!
When: Every Sunday March – December (10am – 2pm)
Where: 2005 Douglass Blvd., Louisville, KY 40205
For more information: Douglass Loop Farmers Market Facebook Page
Bardstown Road Farmers Market
Since 1991, The Original Bardstown Farmers Market has hosted almost 30 vendors ever week, offering a diverse, high-quality selection of locally-grown, locally-made products. They hope to provide a fun and diverse place to shop in Louisville, but also support local agriculture through awareness and consumer education.
When: Year Round on Saturdays April – December – 8am-12pm, January – March 10am-12pm
Where: 1722 Bardstown Road, Louisville, Kentucky
Find out more: Bardstown Road Farmers’ Market Website
Farmers Markets in Lexington and Central Kentucky
Bluegrass Farmers Market
Bluegrass Farmers Market is an 100% homegrown/produced farmers market providing locally grown products in Lexington, Kentucky. No products are imported from far away regions and vegetables and fruits are usually picked the day before you buy them. All of the vendors are members of Kentucky Proud.
When: Tuesdays and Saturdays at Hamburg Pavilion, Thursday and Saturday at Beaumont Centre
Where: 2 locations: Liquor Bar, Hamburg Pavilion; Azur at Beaumont Centre
Find out More: Bluegrass Farmers Market Website
Lexington Farmers Market
The Lexington Farmers Market was founded with the goal to bring local produce into the heart of downtown Lexington. They operate year-round in Downtown Lexington at Cheapside Park and the area around the Historic Old Courthouse. While in the winter the number of growers that attend the market shrinks, by May the markets expand to over 50 farmers at seasonal locations that cover five days each week. Some farmers only come to the market during peak seasons for their specialties, such as mid-summer for sweet corn or tomatoes, but others come year round with value-added or expanded product lines.
When: Year Round Downtown (at Cheapside Park) on Saturdays, Seasonally: Sundays (at Southland Drive), Tuesdays and Thursdays (at Maxwell and Broadway) and Wednesdays (at The Summit) and various other pop-up locations around town
Find out more: Lexington Farmers Market
Georgetown/Scott County Farmers Market
Enjoy the freshness and flavor of locally grown fruits and vegetables by bringing home in-season, garden fresh quality while shopping locally.
When: Open seasonally on Saturdays (2nd Saturday in May until 3rd Saturday in September)
Where: City Parking Lot, N. Broadway and Washington Street, Georgetown, KY
For more information: Facebook
Mercer County Farmer’s Market
Shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, jams/jellies, fresh eggs and more and support your local farmers. Call 859-734-4378 for more information.
When: Open seasonally on Saturdays and Wednesdays
Where: 560 Linden Avenue, Harrodsburg, KY
For more information: Facebook
Boyle County Farmers Market
The Boyle County Farmers Market is held at historic Constitution Square in Danville. Shop local homegrown food including: fresh produce, meats, jams, baked goods, and more. Pick up a beautiful bouquet of local flowers, stock up on locally made soaps, or add to your collection of local pottery and other gifts.
When: Open seasonally, April – October on Saturdays from 9am – 1pm
Where: Constitution Square Historic Site, 105 E. Walnut Street, Danville, KY
For more information: Boyle County Farmers Market Website
Franklin County Farmers Market
Located in historic downtown Frankfort, you’ll find fresh fruit, produce, eggs, baked goods, meats, jams and canned goods, beer cheese, artisanal soap, crafts and more – all produced in Franklin and surrounding counties in Kentucky.
When: May – November: Tuesdays and Thursdays (7am-12pm), Saturdays (8am-12pm); December – April: select Saturdays
Where: Market Pavilion, River View Park, Frankfort, Kentucky
Find out more: Franklin County Farmers Market Website
Berea Farmers Market
The Berea Farmers’ Market is a year-round market that provides you with seasonal, fresh and local fruits, veggies, plants, honey, eggs, poultry, meat and more. They are a “growers only” market which means that farmers can only sale what they raised themselves. You’ll also be able to find other prepared goodies such as homemade bread, canned vegetables and jams. Various local artisans will be available selling their unique, hand-crafted artwork.
When: 4pm – 7pm May, June and July (other months, there’s an indoor, Saturday market at the Parish House, UM Church on 101 Fee Street, Berea)
Where: 416 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY 40403
For more information: Berea Farmers Market Website
Farmers Markets in Western Kentucky
Community Farmers Market
The Community Farmers is a year-round, producer-only farmers market in Bowling Green right between the WKU Bookstore and the WKU South Campus & Knicely Center. The market accepts SNAP (EXT) & WIC/ Senior Farmers Market Vouchers. All vouchers are doubled up to the first $10 thanks to their Double Dollar Program.
Where: 2319 Nashville Road, Bowling Green (right between the WKU Bookstore and WKU South Campus & Knicely Center)
For more information: Community Farmers Market Website
The Murray Downtown Farmers Market
The Downtown Farmers Market in Murray, Kentucky provides a location for local farmers and crafters to promote their products directly to the consumers at a reasonable price, supports family farms and stimulates the local economy. It’s a throwback to a tradition in Murray from the late 1800s when the town used to have a “Trade Day” where local people would come to the court square to buy, sell, trade or barter for livestock and food. Today it is a great place to get connected to the local community and celebrate what comes from the land in Calloway and surrounding counties.
When: Every Saturday May – October (7am – 12noon)
Where: Downtown Court Square, 206 S. 4th Street, Murray, KY
For more information: Murray Farmers Market Website
Henderson Farmers Market
The Henderson Farmers Market displays products from vendors from Henderson, Daviess, Union, Webster or McLean Counties. They have a large number of agricultural products such as ornamental and vegetable plants, fresh fruits, vegetables, honey and other processed farm products as well as locally produced wine. Kentucky Crafted members also sell handcrafted items at a few of the booths.
When: May – October, Every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday (8am – 2pm)
Where: 381 Sam Bell Way, Henderson, Kentucky
For more information: Henderson Farmers Market Website
Farmers Markets in Northern Kentucky
Boone County Farmers Market
There’s no better place to buy your produce than directly from the farmer who just picked it earlier this morning. That’s what you get at the Boone County Farmers Market. Fresh, high-quality fruit and vegetables are what have made the local Farmers Market a great success. All of the fruits, vegetables and other items sold at the market were grown exclusively in Northern Kentucky.
When: Open 7 days a week May through October (10am-5pm), Summer Hours 9am – 6pm Memorial Day through labor day
Where: 6028 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington, Kentucky
Find out more: Boone County Farmers Market Website
Farmers Markets in South Central Kentucky
London – Laurel County Farmers Market
Serve your family the freshest seasonal fruits and vegetables grown by your neighbors in Laurel County. You can feel good about spending your money at this farmers market as purchases support local producers and are sold at a reasonable price. All of the produce is locally grown and the selection will depend on the season and availability.
When: 1st Saturday in May until End of October, Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning (9am – 1:30 pm)
Where: Interesection of Main and Dixie Streets in London.
Find out More: London-Laurel County Farmers Market Website
Whitley County Farmers Market
It’s hard to pass up the samples of the weekly produce offerings as you stroll the market and enjoy the local music from many of the area’s very talented musicians. You’ll also find artists visiting the market throughout the year with various artisan demonstrations available like pottery and spinning. Don’t miss this opportunity to buy the freshest produce, heirloom varieties, bread, honey, jams, eggs, beef and lamb.
When: April – October 8am – 12 pm
Where: Goldbug Extension Office, 4275 US 25W, Williamsburg, KY 40769
Find out more: Whitley County Farmers Market Website
Farmers Markets in Eastern Kentucky
First Friday Outdoor Market in Morehead
First Friday Outdoor Market promotes shopping locally. Head to the lawn of the arts center to buy locally grown food and produce as well as locally hand-crafted items.
When: April – October, Each first Friday of the Month (4pm – 7pm)
Where: Rowan County Arts Center Lawn, 205 E. Main Street, Morehead, KY 40351
For more information: Rowan County Arts Center Website
