
The University City Farmers Market returns for its third season season April 30th, 2022.
It takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday from April 30th to October 29th, 2022.

The market features local growers and makers, as well as live music and cooking demonstrations.
Shoppes at University Place is easy to get to by car, light rail (the JW Clay Station is right there) or by bike from the Toby Creek Greenway.
It’s at 8929 J M Keynes Drive, at the corner of W.T. Harris Boulevard and U.S. 29 (N. Tryon Street.)

If you’re interested in getting here by bike via the Toby Creek Greenway, we give detailed directions in our guide to the Toby Creek Greenway.
Also, check out our big list of farmers’ markets in the Charlotte area.
Music at University City Farmers’ Market

There will be live music on the boat stage. Check back soon for the schedule, as it’s announced. Here’s one event:
June Black Music Month
Saturday, June 18th, 2022
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Free
Enjoy live music, music trivia and a scavenger hunt.
Cooking Demos

Cooking demos are a fun part of University City Farmers’ Market. Check back soon, or follow University City Farmers’ Market on Facebook for announcements.
More Activities at University City Farmers’ Market

You can also expect kids’ activities, fitness classes and seasonal events at the market. Also, you can enjoy the lake on a paddle boat. Learn about Dave’s Paddle Boats.
And, of course, explore the dining and retail establishments at Shoppes at University Place. Food and drink establishments include:
- Blaze Pizza
- Cava Grill
- Dunkin Donuts
- Five Guys
- Ninety’s Sandwiches (and ice cream)
- Zapata’s Mexican Restaurant
- Boardwalk Billy’s
- City Barbeque
- Famous Toastery
- FruitCup Yogurt
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Vendors at University City Farmers’ Market

Anchor vendors:
- The Farm at Dover Vineyards
- Rocky River Farms
- Russell Brothers Farms
- Vang Flowers
- Manolo’s Bakery
- Divine Taste Cooking
Rotating vendors:
- Avalanche Coffee Company
- Carolina Hemp
- Detour Coffee Bar
- Ethnic by Ali
- Gather Ye Honey
- Honeyed Co.
- It’s Poppin’
- The Jugo Bar
- Kate’s TNT
- Mrs. G’s Cheese Straws
- Nana’s Porch
- Nomad Coffee
- Pink Daisy Company
- Props CLT
- Stinky Ass Soap Co.
- Sun’s Jewelry
- Thank You Mother Earth
- Toushea Body Boutique
- Watsonia Farms
- Zolingo’s Spice for Life
Double-Check Before You Head Out!
We make every effort to make sure that everything on Charlotte on the Cheap is 100% accurate.
However, sometimes things change without notice, and we are not always notified. It's also possible that we can make a mistake.Â
Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go.
    You might also be interested in:
- Subscribing to Charlotte on the Cheap's email list
- Charlotte 4th of July fireworks and celebrations
- Best skyline views in Charlotte for photos
- Best food and drink deals in Charlotte
- Everything you need to know about visiting IKEA Charlotte
- 50+ walks and hikes in and near Charlotte
- Free and cheap things to do this week
- Charlotte Hotel Deals
- Charlotte on the Cheap events calendar
- Charlotte area farmers markets