Open in Central Park each Saturday morning and Wednesday evenings, April through November, and every Saturday year-round, The Durham Farmers’ Market offers locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, cut flowers, artisanal cheeses and breads, and more. Peruse the booths for some of the best locally sourced edible items you can find knowing that no vendor comes from more than 70 miles away. During peak months, the Durham Farmers' Market is often surrounded by and timed with the Durham Craft Market which is made up of artisans from Durham and surrounding areas. All artists are juried in and represent a wide variety of high quality, affordable arts and crafts.
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.
Abby Leigh Butler
Sep 12, 2024
5
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!
Andres D
Sep 11, 2024
5
Great music always, friendly people, and best coffee and bread!
Clayton Summitt
May 22, 2024
5
Great selection from apple cider to zucchini squash.
Plants and pastry perfection? You can get it here. Ostrich, buffalo, chicken and even vegan treats. My only complaint is at times when bands are playing and they get an audience, the audience will block the road and not realize that people can't walk around. People, keep your head on a swivel and pay attention to your surroundings.
Lisa Pettinato
May 17, 2024
5
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.
Jessica Norby
May 13, 2024
5
We visited the Durham area and went to this farmers’ market during our trip. It was AWESOME! Tons of vendors, delicious baked goods, great outdoor spots to enjoy the area, including a playground for our kid.
