Farmers’ markets are the most important way to connect farmers to the community. Shop at one of these Charlotte area farmers’ markets for the freshest produce, meat and other products. 

Know of one that should be on the list? Let us know by emailing info@charlotteonthecheap.com. 

You might also be interested in our list of U-pick farms in the Charlotte area. 

Many farmers’ markets accept SNAP benefits. Just bring your EBT card to one of the participating markets and you can get market tokens. Some markets even double the benefits, up to a certain dollar amount. We’ve indicated on our list which farmers’ markets note on their website that they accept SNAP and participate in the Double Bucks program.

Please note that there might be other farmers’ markets on this list that also accept SNAP and even participate in the Double Bucks program, but we’ve just noted the ones that have the information on their website.

Charlotte Area Farmers Markets

Belmont Farmers Market
Stowe Park, 24 S Main Street, Belmont, NC, 28012
Thursdays from April 4 to October 31, 2024
4 to 7 p.m.

Cotswold Farmers’ Market
4921 Randolph Road, Charlotte, NC
Check back for opening day. In 2023 it was May 6.
Saturdays 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Features local farmers, ranchers, food artisans, provisioners and crafters.

Charlotte Regional Farmers Market
1801 Yorkmont Road, Charlotte, NC 28217
Year Round
Wednesday to Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
One of four regional farmers markets owned by the state of North Carolina. Offers fresh produce, fresh pork products, grass fed beef, goat milk cheese, baked goods, plants, and more.

Davidson Farmers Market
120 South Main Street, Davidson, NC, 28036
April through November: Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 
Winter market: January to April, every other Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Provides a direct connection to local vendors in the Charlotte area, including farms, nurseries, bakeries, meat producers, cheese makers, and more. 
SNAP: Double Bucks up to $50

Lake Norman Area Farmers Market
Pursuit Church, 3618 High 16 N Business, Denver, NC
Year round
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Downtown Hickory Farmers Market
Union Square NW, Hickory
Winter market: Saturdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
April through October, starting April 15th, 2024: 
Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Enjoy select meats, mountain trout, rice, honey, eggs, cheese, baked goods, marinades, preserves, flowers, potted plants, shrubs, artisan crafts, and more.
SNAP: Double Bucks up to $50

Foothills Farmers Market
Bobby Bell Pavilion, 126 West Marion Street, Shelby, NC, 28150:
April through October: Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
June to August: Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
November to March: Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Atrium Health Cleveland, 201 E Grover Street, Shelby:
June to August: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Kings Mountain: 125 S Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC
June to October: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
SNAP: Accepted. Doubles first $5 in tokens at each market event.

Fort Mill Farmer’s Market
Veterans Park
106 N. White Street, Fort Mill, SC 29715
May 11 to October 26, 2024
Saturdays
9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Offers local produce, farm and agricultural products, and handmade items. 

Gastonia Farmers Market
410 East Long Avenue, Gastonia, NC, 28054
May to October: Tuesdays, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
May to October: Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
April to November: Saturdays, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Offers baked goods, crafts, flowers and plants, fruit, herbs, vegetables, meat, eggs, and more.

Harrisburg Farmer’s Market
6960 Robinson Church Road, Harrisburg (next to the Old Post Office and General Store)
First Monday in May, 2024, through early October
Mondays from 3 to 6 p.m.

Huntersville Growers Market
Two locations:
Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Road, Huntersville:
Saturdays, April 13 to August 31, 2024, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Some vendors offers organic produce and meat.
SNAP: Accepted.

Kannapolis Farmers Market
358 Oak Avenue Mall Drive, Kannapolis, NC, 28081 (The corner of Vance Avenue and Dale Earnhardt Boulevard)
May through September, Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Offers a wide variety of fresh, local produce as well as cheese, ice cream, honey, baked goods, and more. 

Kings Drive Farmers Market (Simpson’s Produce)
938 South Kings Drive, Charlotte, NC, 28204
April through September

Tuesdays: 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Fridays: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturdays: 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
In addition, the market is open additional days in October with fall flowers, pumpkins and produce
And it’s open in late November and December with Christmas trees, wreaths and bows

Farmer’s Market at Local Loaf NoDa
800 E 35th Street, Charlotte, NC 28205
Thursdays, 5 to 7 p.m.
Starts in late April.
Operated by Dover Vineyards, the same people who run the Plaza Midwood Farmers’ Market

Matthews Community Farmers Market
188 North Trade Street, Matthews, NC, 28105
April 13, 2024 through November, Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
December through mid-April, Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
All food and other market products, except fish, are grown, raised, or made within 50 miles of Matthews. Also offers plants, baked goods, hand-crafted items, and more.
SNAP: Double Bucks up to $50.

Mecklenburg County Market
1515 Harding Place, Charlotte, NC, 28204
Open every day year-round.
Monday to Saturday: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
This market has been around for almost 95 years! You can find organic fruits and vegetables here.

Mint Hill Farmers Market
7601 Matthews Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill, NC 28227
May 6th to September, 2023
Every Saturday from May to October, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Set in the Carl J. McEwen Historical Village, the market offers locally grown produce, crafts, and more.

Mount Holly Farmers Market
226 South Main Street, Mount Holly, NC, 28120
April through October, Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Opens April 6, 2024.
The largest all volunteer market in NC. 
Farms are local — a 75 mile radius of the market.

Old Town Market
Wells Fargo Lot, 101 E Main Street, Rock Hill, SC
Every Saturday from May 4 to November 23, 2024
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Also, special market days in December.
Offers fresh produce, local meats and farm products. 

Piedmont Farmers Market – Winecoff Market
518 Winecoff School Road, Concord, NC
Saturdays year round:
October to mid-April: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Mid-April through September, 2023: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cabarrus County’s oldest farmers market offers a variety of fruits, vegetables, beef, chicken, pork, eggs, cheese, baked goods, and handcrafted items.

Plaza Midwood Farmer’s Market
At Common Market, 2007 Commonwealth Avenue, Charlotte, NC
April through November, starting in late April.
Saturdays from 10 a.m to 1 p.m.
Offers fresh veggies, fruit, eggs, honey, flowers, jam, and more.

Rosa Parks Farmers Market
1600 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28216  
June to September, Tuesdays from 3 to 7 p.m
Offers locally grown and seasonal fruits, honey, jams and jellies, baked goods, and vegetables.

Rotary Square Farmers Market
111 Union Street South, Concord, NC, 28025
First week of May through early October
Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
Developed by the Concord Rotary Club, the market brings together artisans, local farmers, and residents to provide easy access to locally grown produce.

South End Market
Atherton Mill, 2000 South Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28203
Saturdays year-round
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A community hub in the South End neighborhood showcasing small local farms and artisans, offering produce, meat, seafood, dairy products, eggs, and more.
SNAP: Double Bucks up to $50.

Union County Farmers Market
805 Skyway Drive, Monroe, NC, 28110
April to December
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Local only market that features fresh fruit, vegetables, grass fed beef, pasture raised pork, chicken, farm fresh eggs, local honey, baked goods, artisan crafts, and plants.

University City Farmers Market
New location: NOVEL University Place, 6010 Jasmine Lane, Charlotte, NC
April to October, 2024
Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Local growers and makers, plus live music and cooking demonstrations.
SNAP: Double Bucks up to $50.

Uptown Farmers Market
300 S. Davidson Street, Charlotte, NC
Winter market: January 13 to March 16, 2024, Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Spring market: April 13 to December 14, 2024, Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fresh produce, meats, fish, coffee, tea, baked goods and more. Features cooking demonstrations, music, children’s activities and more. 
SNAP: Double Bucks up to $50

USVI Wine Company Neighborhood Farmers’ Market
167 Union Street South, Concord, NC
Saturdays, through October 26, 2024
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Village at Robinson Farms Market
8410 Rea Road, Charlotte, NC, 28277
Check back soon for 2024 information.
Offers peaches, tomatoes, melons, squashes, plants, herbs, eggs, and more.

Waxhaw Farmers Market
27283 Waxhaw Parkway, Waxhaw, NC, 28173
January to March: Winter market. Check Waxhaw Farmers’ Market for schedule.
Spring season starts in April. Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Offers farm fresh produce, natural meats and eggs, and artisan foods and specialty items.
SNAP: Accepted

Bountiful Blessings Farm Fresh Produce
4702 Concord Hwy, Monroe, NC 28110
Year round
Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Bountiful Blessings purchase items from local farmers, gardeners and artisans, and sells their items to the community: beef, pork, chicken, lamb, eggs, produce, mushrooms, elderberry, pecans, boiled peanuts, raw cow and goat milk, handmade soaps, lotions, natural cough syrups, local fescue hay, wheat straw, firewood, mulch, pine needles, handmade cedar furniture, Christmas trees and pumpkins.