If you don’t grow your own food or already support a CSA, local Farmers Markets give you a chance to get some of the best home grown food around. Here’s an updated 2017 list for you to get the best produce grown here in Columbus and our surrounding areas. Happy Hunting!
Columbus Public Health Market, July 27, August 3 and 10 from 10am to 1pm on the CPH front lawn 240 Parsons Ave.
Delaware Farmers’ Market: The Main Street Farmer’s Market (Historic downtown Delaware), 2017 season will begin on Saturday, May 27 and run through Saturday, October 28, weather permitting. The popular markets will run from 9:30am to 12:30pm on Saturdays and from 3pm to 6pm on Wednesdays. Wednesday markets will begin after May 31. The sidewalk markets are conducted on the shady side of Sandusky Street in the heart of Historic Downtown Delaware. Income-eligible senior citizens can get vouchers for farmers’ market foods from the Delaware County Council for Older Adults.
Dublin Farmers’ Market, Not happening for 2017, hoping to return 2018. Like them on Facebook. Follow on Twitter.
Easton Farmers Market, in Easton’s Town Square behind Brio Tuscan Grill, Each Thursday beginning July 6 through August 10, 2017, from 4pm-7pm, growers and artisans from across the state showcase their finest and freshest at the Easton Farmers Market. You can also check out the Celebrate Local store. WIC and EBT are accepted on all Market days by qualifying vendors. Like them on Facebook. Follow on Twitter.
Franklin Park Conservatory Farmers’ Market, Wednesdays, June 7–September 6, 3:30pm–6:30pm. Shop from local farmers every week for seasonal vegetables, fruits and flowers, plants, baked goods, honey, sauces, oils and vinegars, beef, pork, eggs and cheese. Enjoy cooking and wellness demonstrations, food trucks, live music and interactive kids’ crafts. Market vendors accept EBT with the Ohio Direction Card and offers incentive Veggie SNAPS (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program) dollars for fresh produce. Ample free parking available and no admission charged!
Franklinton Farm Stand, The Franklinton Farm Stand operates seasonally and provides a physical space for Franklinton Gardens to share fresh produce. Conveniently located on the corner of West Town Street and Avondale Avenue, across from St. John’s Episcopal Church, customers will see a variety of produce throughout the season–from greens and tomatoes to green beans and sweet potatoes. Like our other markets, we offer a variety of payment options including credit, cash, EBT/SNAP, VeggieSNAP tokens, WIC coupons, and Senior Farmers Market coupons. Stay tuned for activities, events and samples for all ages throughout the growing season and leading up to our end of the season Fall Festival. Open May 25 to October 20: Thursdays: 3pm-6:30pm, Fridays: 3pm-6:30pm, Saturdays: 10am-1pm.
Grandview Avenue Farmers Market, Grandview Avenue Farmer’s Market is run by The Pearl Alley Growers’ Association. It opens this year on July 1 and closes October 28, from 10am to 1pm. Market Sample Day is August 12 and Apple Day is September 16. Like them on Facebook.
Granville Farmers’ Market, Saturdays, May 6 to October 28; 8:30am to noon; North Main Street and Broadway, although please check the calendar for dates where the location will move to St. Edward’s Catholic Church. Has been called the “best in Central Ohio.” Located 30 miles east of Columbus. More than 60 vendors this year. Like them on Facebook.
Grove City Farmers’ Market, Saturdays, May 2o – September 9. Historic Grove City Town Center | Corner of Broadway and Park Street Grove City, Ohio 43123, 8am-12pm Enjoy fresh produce, locally raised meats, homemade jams and jellies, baked goods, and more!
Hilliard Farm Market, located at Hilliard United Methodist Church at 5445 Scioto Darby Rd., Hilliard, OH, Every Tuesday 4-7pm, May 30th – September 12th. They are seeking volunteers for the 2017 season. Like them on Facebook. Follow on Twitter.