What’s better than waking up on a Saturday, taking a short drive to Durham, and indulging in and supporting all of the amazing local vendors of your community? From the fresh flowers, to the divine cheeses, and the massive park for kids to run around - it’s no question why it continues to be such a growing success. With summer coming in just a few weeks, don’t miss out on exploring all that the market has to offer.
Jeremy Edmunds
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September 28, 2024
Step into the bustling heart of Durham's local food scene at the Farmers' Market, where hipsters and hippies rub elbows with tech professionals and international academics. Nestled under the Pavilion at Durham Central Park since 2007, this producer-only market is a Saturday morning ritual for many Durhamites.
As you weave through the stalls, you'll spot earnest volunteers manning voter registration tables, their clipboards at the ready. The air hums with conversation – young professionals debating the merits of heirloom tomatoes, while bearded grad students chat excitedly about the latest microbrews.
Dog lovers, rejoice! Four-legged friends are welcome here, adding to the lively atmosphere as they sniff out treats and make new canine acquaintances. The market is a paradise for people-watching, offering a perfect cross-section of Durham's diverse population.
Vendors showcase an eclectic array of wares that go far beyond your typical farmers' market fare. Alongside the expected fresh produce, you'll find handcrafted jewelry, artisanal soaps, and even quirky upcycled art pieces. The strict 70-mile radius rule ensures everything you see is truly local, from the organic kale to the hand-thrown pottery.
Whether you're a long-time local, simply bored with Chapel Hill, or a visiting scholar, the Durham Farmers' Market captures the essence of this dynamic city – a place where Southern charm meets progressive business tactics, and where community thrives amidst the bustle of commerce.
Courtney C
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May 27, 2023
Really cute market with lots of veggies, meats, pastries, pottery, adult beverages and homemade/locally made goods. Definitely worth a visit, even if the weather is dreary. It seems like vendors prefer cash but do accept card payments as well. There were signed posted that dogs are not allowed under the covered part of the market.
Abby Leigh Butler
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September 13, 2024
We love our local farmers market! A great variety of vendors, and the produce is always fresh and tasty! We are lucky to live in a place with such a great market!
Sky Thai
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December 10, 2020
A good sized Farmer's Market with about 30-40 vendors including crafts, food trucks, and produce. There is a good crowd and they have the flow of traffic going one way as a COVID mitigation technique. People wear their masks here and abide by the rules.
It's right next to a park so it's just super welcoming to head there and sit on a bench while eating some freshly purchased food. Since it's in the heart of Downtown Durham you could also visit some local places or wander about afterwards and check out some cool mural art.
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What’s better than waking up on a Saturday, taking a short drive to Durham, and indulging in and supporting all of the amazing local vendors of your community? From the fresh flowers, to the divine cheeses, and the massive park for kids to run around - it’s no question why it continues to be such a growing success. With summer coming in just a few weeks, don’t miss out on exploring all that the market has to offer.
Step into the bustling heart of Durham's local food scene at the Farmers' Market, where hipsters and hippies rub elbows with tech professionals and international academics. Nestled under the Pavilion at Durham Central Park since 2007, this producer-only market is a Saturday morning ritual for many Durhamites. As you weave through the stalls, you'll spot earnest volunteers manning voter registration tables, their clipboards at the ready. The air hums with conversation – young professionals debating the merits of heirloom tomatoes, while bearded grad students chat excitedly about the latest microbrews. Dog lovers, rejoice! Four-legged friends are welcome here, adding to the lively atmosphere as they sniff out treats and make new canine acquaintances. The market is a paradise for people-watching, offering a perfect cross-section of Durham's diverse population. Vendors showcase an eclectic array of wares that go far beyond your typical farmers' market fare. Alongside the expected fresh produce, you'll find handcrafted jewelry, artisanal soaps, and even quirky upcycled art pieces. The strict 70-mile radius rule ensures everything you see is truly local, from the organic kale to the hand-thrown pottery. Whether you're a long-time local, simply bored with Chapel Hill, or a visiting scholar, the Durham Farmers' Market captures the essence of this dynamic city – a place where Southern charm meets progressive business tactics, and where community thrives amidst the bustle of commerce.
Really cute market with lots of veggies, meats, pastries, pottery, adult beverages and homemade/locally made goods. Definitely worth a visit, even if the weather is dreary. It seems like vendors prefer cash but do accept card payments as well. There were signed posted that dogs are not allowed under the covered part of the market.
We love our local farmers market! A great variety of vendors, and the produce is always fresh and tasty! We are lucky to live in a place with such a great market!
A good sized Farmer's Market with about 30-40 vendors including crafts, food trucks, and produce. There is a good crowd and they have the flow of traffic going one way as a COVID mitigation technique. People wear their masks here and abide by the rules. It's right next to a park so it's just super welcoming to head there and sit on a bench while eating some freshly purchased food. Since it's in the heart of Downtown Durham you could also visit some local places or wander about afterwards and check out some cool mural art.