Summer Farmer’s Markets to Visit
The first week of August marks Farmers Market week! Farmers market operators have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic to redesign operations and create robust safety plans to continue to serve their communities. The pandemic has made it clear that local food systems with short supply chains are resilient, and can respond and adapt quickly to change. In celebration of farmers market week, we’re sharing the top 6 summer farmers markets you should visit in Indy!
Garfield Park Farmers Market
When: May through October, Saturdays 9 a.m. - 12:30 pm
Where: Southeast corner of Garfield Park, Indianapolis, Indiana
The market’s mission is to support local, sustainable farmers and producers while creating a gathering place for community interactions. The market is taking extra care to keep vendors and customers safe; you can check their COVID-19 guidelines on their website. The market features a variety of vendors, and you can preorder from some of them. See their full selection here.
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Fishers Farmers Market
When: Every Saturday, May through September, from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m
Where: Nickel Plate District Amphitheater
The 2021 Fishers Farmers Market will return Saturday, May 1, 2021! Join Fishers Parks, local producers, makers, and growers each Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to noon through September 25.
The Fishers Farmers Market is proud to serve as a small business accelerator for the many wonderful farms, nurseries, bakeries, meat and egg growers, and specialty food producers in Central Indiana. We strive to create a diverse marketplace with a wide variety of the highest quality locally-produced products available.
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Broad Ripple Farmers Market
When: Saturdays May through October, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and September through October 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Second Presbyterian Church, North Parking Lot
7700 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260
The Broad Ripple Farmers Market (BRFM) is committed to supporting locally grown and produced foods by bringing their community the very best and freshest of each season. Although pre-ordering is still recommended during the pandemic, all vendors have products available to purchase at the market. It recently moved locations to the Second Second Presbyterian Church. This market is one of the most popular summer markets in the city, and vendors include Full Hand Farm, Amelia's Bread, and so many more. See their full list here.
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Binford Farmers Market
When: May through October, Saturdays 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Northview Church, at 65th and Binford
The Binford Farmers Market is an outdoor, open-air farmers market located at Northview Church, 65th Street, and Binford Blvd. They accept WIC, SNAP, and Fresh Bucks!The market hosts many vendors, including the Tulip Tree Creamery, Harker Family Farms, and many more. Learn more about them here.
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Original Farmers’ Market at Indianapolis City Market
When: May through October, Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Where: Southeast Quadrant of Monument Circle
The Original Farmers Market is located at the Indianapolis City Market on Market Street, just one block over from the historic farmer’s market location. Due to ongoing construction, a portion of the market will be located only 250 feet away from the IndyCM campus, directly off the Cultural Trail. The smaller portion will be located on the East Plaza for the information booth, SNAP redemption, brand new vendors, and fun activities for families like Bocce Ball and Cornhole.
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North Church Farmers Market
When: July through September, first and third Thursdays 4 - 6:30 p.m
Where: 3808 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN
The North Church Farmers Market is held on 39th Street adjacent to Tarkington Park north of North UMC's main parking lot. Hosted by North United Methodist Church, the market aims to bring fresh produce into an Indianapolis food desert area, support Indiana farmers, and provide community activities for the neighborhood. The market hosts a variety of vendors, including A&M Bakery and CIBO Catering. Farmers Market vendors and patrons may park in the church's parking lot.
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