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Your Guide to Nashville Farmers Markets

Alex Hendrickson
by Alex Hendrickson
Alex is a Nashville-based writer known for hunting down delicious stories and traveling the world with hunger. Her passions and interests lie in food, travel, interior design and inspiring people, and her dream is to eat a dozen oysters a day.

May 6, 2016 by Alex Hendrickson

One of the many benefits of the arrival of spring is the re-opening of local farmers markets. With fresh produce, flowers, locally made goods and a great excuse to get outside and enjoy the warm weather, we are excited to rediscover these local gems each year. Each of these Nashville farmers markets has defining characteristics, such as live music, great restaurants, special selections and specialty vendors. We have taken on the task of breaking down each farmers market around town — for both Davidson and Williamson counties — and gathering pertinent information, including hours and locations.

Get all the info on the best local farmers markets right here!

Early May through mid-June are the best time for strawberries, and Nashville farmers markets have the best selection! Image: 12 South Farmers Market

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Nashville Farmers Market

900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville, TN 37208 
Hours: Monday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Merchant hours vary.)
Open: year round (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day)
More info: nashvillefarmersmarket.org

Not only does the Nashville Farmers Market (NFM) feature the fine products of area farmers, ranchers, dairies, cheesemakers and plant growers year round, it also has a Market House with 20 restaurants and shops. Inside the market, you will find favorites such as International Market, Music City Crepes, Bella Nashville and Batch Nashville. Additionally, the Craft and Flea Shed welcomes dozens of merchants every Friday, Saturday and Sunday to sell their handcrafted items, foods, international goods and more. And if you need another reason to visit NFM, stop by for any of their great events, such as culinary classes with Grow Local Kitchen, education workshops, Chefs at the Market series and Night Market.

Green Door Gourmet

7011 River Road Pike, Nashville, TN, 37209 
Hours:  Tuesday through Friday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; *Closed Mondays*
Open: year round
More info: greendoorgourmet.com/

Okay, Green Door Gourmet is actually only open 6 days a week and is not your traditional farmers market. But, it is one worth highlighting. Their on-farm market resembles a general store and is stocked full with produce, meats, eggs, honey and so much more. Green Door Gourmet is the only USDA organic farm in Nashville and they strive to bring you fresh, local and regional products every day (or at least Tuesday through Sunday). Vendors include Hummus Chick, Trubee Honey, Little Seed Farm, Noble Springs Dairy, Olive & Sinclair, KLD Farm and many more. Stop by to peruse the selection of artisanal items and fresh produce.

TUESDAYS

12 South Farmers Market

3000 Granny White Pike, Nashville, TN 37212 (Sevier Park)
Hours: 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Open: Tuesdays, May through October
More info: 12southfarmersmarket.com

Held in historic Sevier Park, 12 South Farmers Market has a variety of visiting and seasonal vendors. You will be able to find produce, meats, dairy, baked goods and specialty items, such as juice, pastas, confections, jams, granola, honey and more. If it is pre-made food you are looking for, head to the food trucks as there are usually a few on site.

Berry Farms Farmers Market

5005 Captain Freeman Parkway, Franklin, TN 37064 (Berry Farms Town Center)
Hours: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 
Open:Tuesdays, May through October
More info: berryfarmstn.com/lifestyle/farmers-market/

This season, make sure you visit Berry Farms in Franklin to experience all the fun of the Berry Farms Farmers Market! This producer-only market features only homegrown or handmade goods and even provides a guide on their website so you can see which produce is freshest during that month of the year. Also mark your calendar for this season’s special events, the Strawberry Festival on May 15, the Blood Drives on June 19 and October 2 and the Tomato Festival on July 17!

East Nashville Farmers Market

511 Woodland St., Nashville, TN 37206
Hours: 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Open: Wednesdays, May through October
More info: eastnashvillemarket.com

Though they have a new location on the corner of 5th and Woodland, we are so glad to hear that East Nashville Farmers Market is re-opening for yet another year with more than 40 vendors, including farmers, bakers and artisans. It has been fun to see this market’s growth throughout the years and we will continue to make our way back for bread, meat, milk, cheese and more. Stay tuned for news on events, children’s activities, demos and classes.

WEDNESDAYS

Thompson’s Station Farmers Market at Homestead Manor

4683 Columbia Pike, Thompson’s Station, TN 37179
Hours: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Open: Wednesdays, May through July
More info: tsfarmersmarket.org

Produce, honey, meats (including bison), dairy, cow share, jams and jellies, honey, flowers, desserts, jewelry, natural skin products, crafts and more from local Tennessee communities can be found at Thompson’s Station Farmers Market’s, held weekly at The Barn at Homestead Manor. The 30-plus vendor slots are evenly split between artisans and food makers and farmers. “We want you to grow it, raise it, make it or bake it,” Steven Bailey, farm director at Homestead Manor shared during an interview with Spring Hill Fresh. Stop by for a mid-week, mid-day break to shop, grab lunch and experience the setting of Homestead Manor.

THURSDAYS

St. George’s Farmers Market

4715 Harding Road, Nashville, TN 37205
Hours: 3:30 to 6 p.m.
Open: Thursdays, May 9 through the summer
More info: stgeorgesnashville.org/farmersmarket

Kick off your weekend by shopping for fresh vegetables, breads, sweets, meats, fish, fruit and more at the St. George’s Farmers Market! Located at the corner of Belle Meade Blvd. and Harding Pike, this producer-only market is completely volunteer-driven and strives to offer high quality produce for the community. Follow the Facebook page to stay up-to-date on each week’s market lineup and start planning your weekend menu accordingly. The farmers market happens rain or shine … so grab your umbrella and see you there!

Farmin’ in the Hall

451 Hogan Road, Nashville, TN 37220 (Crieve Hall United Methodist Church)
Hours: 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Open: Thursdays, May through August
More info: facebook.com/farmininthehall

Crieve Hall United Methodist Church’s parking lot is transformed into a farmers market each Thursday, May through August. Farmin’ in the Hall offers the usual selection of local fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, honey, baked goods and crafts. Market goers can also enjoy live music, dine at food trucks and shop the Parnassus on Wheels bookmobile.

FRIDAYS

Hip Donelson Farmers Market

Two Rivers Mansion: 3130 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
Hours: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Open: Fridays, May through October
More info: donelsonfarmersmarket.org

The area coined “Hip Donelson” — just across the Stones River Greenway from East Nashville — has experienced tremendous growth recently, and nothing celebrates this thriving community quite like the weekly farmers market. On Fridays from May through October, the HipD Farmers Market kicks off the weekend with produce and artisan products from vendors, all from within 150 miles of Donelson. Guests also can enjoy food trucks and booths from local restaurants while listing to great live music.

SATURDAYS

Farmers Market at The Crossings

5260 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Antioch, TN 37013
Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Open: Saturdays, May through October
More info: crossingsfarmersmarket.com

In Antioch, folks gather at Farmers Market at the Crossings for fresh, local produce and artisan crafts that are all handmade or homegrown in the Middle Tennessee area. The market’s mission to bring the community together is achieved as folks come for the food, live music, chef demonstrations, health and wellness workshops and additional activities.

Franklin Farmers Market

230 Franklin Road, Franklin TN 37064 (behind The Factory at Franklin) 
Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (May through October); 9 a.m. to Noon (November through April)
Open: Saturdays, year-round
More info: franklinfarmersmarket.com

Due to high demand from loyal customers, this farmers market began offering a year-round marketplace that supports local farmers and sellers. The farmers travel from Thompson’s Station, Summertown, Woodbury, Watertown, Eagleville and just about everywhere in between for the Franklin Farmers Market. Additionally, food and drink vendors offer delicious treats to keep you fueled as you shop the farmers’ selections and artisans’ goods.

Nolensville Farmers Market

7248 Nolensville Road, Nolensville, TN 37135 (Historic Nolensville School) 
Hours: 8 a.m. to noon
Open: Saturdays, May through November
More info: nolensvillefarmersmarket.com

Organic and naturally grown produce, varieties of meat, baked goods, farm fresh eggs, crafts, live music and food trucks can all be found at the Nolensville Farmers Market (held at the Historic Nolensville School). Stop by to check out all the new vendors joining the fun this year!

North Nashville Farmers Market

280 Old Cumberland St., Ashland City, Tennessee
Hours: 4 p.m. to  7 p.m.
Open: Saturdays, May through October
More info: facebook.com/NorthNashvilleFarmersMarket

Local producers, artisans, food vendors and musicians make their way to the North Nashville Farmers Market every Saturday from May through October. Kicking off at 4 p.m. and running until 7 p.m., the market is a great way to spend your evening!

Richland Park Farmers Market

4701 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209 (Richland Park)
Hours: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays (May through December); 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays (January through April)
More info: richlandparkfarmersmarket.com

Farm-fresh produce, eggs, milk, cheeses, flowers, seasonal fruits and berries, breads, granola, herbs and spices and so much more come to Richland Park every Saturday morning to serve the Sylvan Park, Nations and West Nashville communities. Find familiar faces, such as Green Door Gourmet, Juice Nashville and Noble Spring’s Dairy alongside some newbies who are sure to wow us with their selection at Richland Park Farmers Market.

Embrace your Nashville farmers markets, and you’ll get the best flavors of the season!

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