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

The Bulb Mobile Markets
Multiple weekly pop-up markets:
Follow above link for schedule.
The Bulb Mobile Market’s goal is to bring mostly local produce to food-insecure neighborhoods. Markets are referral or donation based. Neighbors choose how much they can afford per item. If proof of zero income or 50% of the area median income is provided, items and services are for free.

Call 980-224-3972 for a quick assessment and for guidelines for the pick-up locations. The assessment is to help with future grant applications, as all the markets are made possible through grants or sponsorships. If you haven’t filled out an assessment before arriving you can do it there. Everyone is welcome to shop at these markets, however. There’s a suggested $5 donation per family, but nobody is turned away.

Cotswold Farmers’ Market
4921 Randolph Road, Charlotte, NC
Opens May 6th, 2023
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 8th through November, 2023, Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 
Winter market: January to April 1st, 2023, 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, 2023: 
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.
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 13th to October 28th, 2023
Saturdays
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 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.

Hampton Hills Farmers Market
Hampton Hills Farm, 5534 Old Plank Road, Iron Station, NC
First Sunday of each month, starting April 2nd
1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Features local producers, live music, beer and a food truck

Harrisburg Farmer’s Market
6960 Robinson Church Road, Harrisburg (next to the Old Post Office and General Store)
First Monday in May, 2023, through early October
Mondays from 3 to 6 p.m.

Huntersville Growers Market
Two locations:
Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Road, Huntersville:
Saturdays, May 13th to October 21st, 2023, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Novant Hospital Huntersville Parking Lot, 10030 Gilead Road, Huntersville:
Tuesdays, May 16th to September 5th, 2023, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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, 2023
Check back soon for 2023 days and hours.
In addition, the market is open every day in October with fall flowers, pumpkins and produce
And it’s open in late November and December with Christmas trees, wreaths and bows
A co-op of farmers working to bring fresh and local fruits and veggies.

Farmer’s Market at Local Loaf NoDa
800 E 35th Street, Charlotte, NC 28205
Thursdays, 5 to 7 p.m.
Starts April 20th, 2023
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 8th, 2023 through November, Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
December through March, 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.
7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
This market has been around for almost 95 years!

Mint Hill Farmers Market
7601 Matthews Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill, NC 28227
May 6th to September, 2023
Every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 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.
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 6th to November 18th, 2023
8 a.m. to Noon
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 8th, 2022, to April 15th, 2023: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
April 22nd, 2023, to September 30th, 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 April 15th, 2023
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  
Check back for 2023 info.
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 the early October, 2023
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
April to December: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
January to March: 9 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.

Tipsy Hare Ciderworks Farmer’s Market
211 A West Avenue, Kannapolis, NC 28081
April 15th to August 26th, 2023
Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Union County Farmers Market
805 Skyway Drive, Monroe, NC, 28110
Opens April 1st, 2023
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 29th to October 28, 2023
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
Winter market: January 14th to March 18th, 2023, Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Spring market: April 15th to December 9th, 2023, 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

The Village at Robinson Farms Market
8410 Rea Road, Charlotte, NC, 28277
April to October, 2023
Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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.