Fresh finds: Your guide to 20+ farmers markets in the Charlotte area
Spring is here, which means farmers market season is in full swing.
Across the Charlotte area, more than two dozen farmers markets offer fresh produce, baked goods, flowers and more — all while supporting local growers and makers.
From the city streets to the suburbs, here are more than 20 markets to visit this season:
Ballantyne Farmers Market
Location: Brixham Park, 15810 Ballantyne Medical Pl, Charlotte, NC 28277
Market season: May 7, June 4, July 2, Aug. 6, Sept. 3 and Oct. 1
Hours: 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Market lineup: Prepared goods, flowers, honey, eggs and more.
Belmont Farmers Market
Location: Stowe Park, 24 S. Main St., Belmont, NC 28012
Market season: April-October
Hours: Thursday, 4-7 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, plants, bread.
Charlotte Regional Farmers Market
Location: 1801 Yorkmont Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217
Market season: Year-round
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, meats, cheese, plants, crafts, olive oils, baked goods and more.
Cotswold Farmers Market
Location: Providence Baptist Church parking lot, 4921 Randolph Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211
Market season: May-October
Hours: Saturday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, baked goods, meats and more.
Davidson Farmers Market
Location: 120 S Main St, Davidson, NC 28036
Market season: April-November
Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, plants, meats, cheese, candies, cooking demonstrations and more.
Gastonia Farmers Market
Location: 410 E. Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28054
Market season: April-November
Hours: Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, meats, baked goods, flowers, handcrafted items and more.
Harrisburg Farmers Market
Location: 6960 Robinson Church Rd, Harrisburg, NC 28075
Market season: May-October
Hours: Monday, 3-6 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, crafts, meats, eggs and more.
Huntersville Growers’ Market
Location: Veterans Park 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
Market season: May-August
Hours: Saturday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Market lineup: Fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more.
Kannapolis Farmers Market
Location: 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis, NC 28081
Market season: May-September
Hours: Thursday, 4-7 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, plants, meat, sauces and seasonings, baked goods, jewelry, soap and more.
King’s Drive Farmers Market (Simpson’s Produce)
Location: 938 S Kings Dr, Charlotte, NC 28204
Market season: April-December
Hours: Tuesday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, meats, seafood, flowers, baked goods and more.
Matthews Community Farmers Market
Location: 188 N Trade St, Matthews, NC 28105
Market season: Year-round
Hours: Saturday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. April-November; winter hours are 9-11 a.m.
Market lineup: Produce, meats, seafood, plants, baked goods, coffee, dog treats and more.
Mecklenburg County Market
Location: 1515 Harding Pl, Charlotte, NC 28204
Market season: Year-round
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, baked goods, seasonings and more.
Mint Hill Farmers Market
Location: 7601 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd, Mint Hill, NC 28227
Market season: May-September
Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, crafts, meats, baked goods, crafts and more.
Mount Holly Farmers Market
Location: 226 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120
Market season: April-October
Hours: Saturday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, meat, seafood, eggs, coffee, teas, baked goods, candles, stained glass art and more.
North End Farmers Market
Location: Camp North End, Keswick Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28206
Market season: April-October
Hours: Wednesday, 4-8 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, meats, plants, juices, baked goods and more.
Rosa Parks Farmers Market
Location: 1600 W. Trade St., Charlotte, NC 28216
Market season: Year-round
Hours: Tuesday, 3-7 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, jam, bread, spices.
Rotary Square Farmers Market
Location: 111 Union St S, Concord, NC 28025
Market season: May-October
Hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, crafts, meats, eggs and more.
South End Farmers Market
Location: Location: 2000 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203
Market season: Year-round
Hours: Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, handcrafted soaps, dog food, tea, CBD products and more.
Union County Farmers Market
Location: 805 Skyway Dr, Monroe, NC 28110
Market season: April-December
Hours: Saturday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, baked goods, crafts and more.
University City Farmers Market
Location: 6010 Jasmine Ln, Charlotte, NC 28262
Market season: May-October
Hours: Saturday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, meats, eggs, baked goods and flowers.
Uptown Farmers Market
Location: 300 S Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Market season: Year-round
Hours: Saturday, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (April 12-Dec. 13); Saturday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. (Jan. 11-March 15)
Market lineup: Produce, meats, seafood, soups, baked goods, sauces, dog food, skincare and more.
Village at Robinson Farm Market
Location: 8410 Rea Rd, Charlotte, NC 28277
Market season: April-October
Hours: Saturday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, plants
Waxhaw Farmers Market
Location: 27283 Waxhaw Pkwy, Waxhaw, NC 28173
Market season: April-December
Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, baked goods, coffee, tea and more.
Winecoff School Road Farmers Market
Location: 518 Winecoff School Road, Concord, NC 28027
Market season: Year-round
Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Market lineup: Produce, crafts, meats, eggs and more.
Did we miss your favorite farmers market? Let us know at charlottefive@charlottefive.com.
This story was originally published April 25, 2025 at 5:00 AM.
