Applications are OPEN! Merriweather District coming soon.
Healthy Food For All
Merriweather District Farmers Market is a vibrant community gathering space where people of all backgrounds and incomes come together. Families, food enthusiasts, neighbors, local gardeners, live-music fans, and those who appreciate the rich flavors of our region meet every Thursday afternoon to enjoy the atmosphere and stock up on fresh, locally sourced ingredients for the week. This producers-only farmers market showcases a diverse range of vendors offering fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs, honey, locally roasted coffee, flowers and plants, regional herbs and spices, and delicious prepared foods, along with food demonstrations, kids’ activities, live music, and other seasonal events. We are proud to support local agriculture and reduce our carbon footprint by sourcing our produce from farms within our region.
Interested in Becoming a Vendor?
Merriweather District Farmers Market welcomes regional farms and food makers to apply to be part of our market. The 2025 season – our 1st year! – will open on Thursday and run weekly through June - September. Click the button for more information and to apply.
Is Your Organization Looking to Connect with Our Community?
Merriweather District Farmers Market invites local organizations to be part of our vibrant community by hosting a booth at the market. We feature organizations that align with our programs and values, such as nutrition education, environmental sustainability, health and wellness services, and other areas of assistance that meet the needs of our community. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with shoppers and contribute to the dynamic atmosphere of the Farmers Market. Click the button for more information and to apply.
Calling All Buskers! Share Your Talent at Merriweather District Farmers Market
Merriweather District Farmers Market is looking for talented buskers to add to the vibrant atmosphere of our market! We welcome musicians, singers, instrumentalists, and other street performers to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your talent, connect with our community, and contribute to the lively experience of our market.
If you're interested in performing at Merriweather District Farmers Market, please click the button for more information and to apply.
Rules &Procedures and Product Guidelines
Merriweather District Farmers Market: Vendor Eligibility, Requirements, and Qualifications
Eligibility:
Participation in the Merriweather District Farmers Market is exclusively for:
- Regional Farmers/Growers: Individuals or businesses who directly grow, raise, or produce the agricultural products they sell on their own farms within our region.
- Local Producers: Individuals or businesses who create value-added products featuring agricultural ingredients sourced from our region.
- Local Makers/Artisans: Individuals who create specialty wellness products or original works.
Specific Requirements and Qualifications:
- Business Structure: A farmer/grower/producer may operate as a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation. This includes family members and employees directly involved in the production and/or sales/marketing of the farm products. Cooperatives are not eligible to participate.
- Value-Added Producers: If you are not a farmer/grower, you may be considered eligible to sell at Merriweather District Farmers Market as a Producer in one of the following categories, provided you utilize local ingredients:
- Baker: Creates freshly baked goods from scratch, using seasonal ingredients from the region as much as possible.
- Cheese Maker: Produces cheese and other value-added dairy products using milk sourced from regional dairy farms.
- Pasta Maker: Crafts pasta and sauces from scratch, utilizing seasonal ingredients from the region or sourced from farmers/growers participating in the market.
- Soap/Personal Care Product Maker: Handcrafts soaps and/or other personal care products using seasonal ingredients from farmers participating in the market.
- Meat Processor: Primarily operates a food processing facility that processes meat raised by regional farms.
- Fisher/Seafood Producer: Raises or catches fresh fish and seafood, utilizing local processing facilities for products sold at the market.
- Specialty Producer: Other regional agricultural products not currently available at the market, subject to review and approval.
- Handmade Artisan: Handcrafted, orginal works, subject to review and approval.
Application Review:
- Applications will be reviewed based on adherence to these guidelines, product quality, and market space availability.
- The market reserves the right to make final decisions on vendor participation.
