Durham Farmers' Market

Great, I mean GREAT local produce and baked goods. Lots of arts and other things to see and by. I really enjoy going here every weekend.

I love visiting the farmers market when I’m in Durham! The selection is always amazing, but my favorite part is the flowers. There’s something special about bringing home a fresh bouquet every time!

One of my favorite places to go locally on the weekends. It has great fresh goods (veggies, breads, meats, etc) and craft vendors. Parking is super easy, also. Well worth the trip even if you don't live locally, it is definitely one of my favorite things to do in Durham.

very cute smaller scale farmers’ market, but a lot of variety of vendors, artists and food trucks! I just bought snacks/food for this first time visit (shout out Strong Arm Baking + Soul Cocina!🤤), but getting my pockets and bags ready for next time!

What’s better than waking up on a Saturday, taking a short drive to Durham, and indulging in and supporting all of the amazing local vendors of your community? From the fresh flowers, to the divine cheeses, and the massive park for kids to run around - it’s no question why it continues to be such a growing success. With summer coming in just a few weeks, don’t miss out on exploring all that the market has to offer.

I love the Durham Farmer's Market. Some of the kindest vendors, good prices, and such a variety of goods. I also love the weekly rotation of live music! Such a fun weekend adventure ✨️

A good sized Farmer's Market with about 30-40 vendors including crafts, food trucks, and produce. There is a good crowd and they have the flow of traffic going one way as a COVID mitigation technique. People wear their masks here and abide by the rules. It's right next to a park so it's just super welcoming to head there and sit on a bench while eating some freshly purchased food. Since it's in the heart of Downtown Durham you could also visit some local places or wander about afterwards and check out some cool mural art.

Really cute market with lots of veggies, meats, pastries, pottery, adult beverages and homemade/locally made goods. Definitely worth a visit, even if the weather is dreary. It seems like vendors prefer cash but do accept card payments as well. There were signed posted that dogs are not allowed under the covered part of the market.

Drove down from VA to meet a friend who was in Durham for the weekend. We made plans to hit up the nearby food hall before attending one of many festivals scheduled for the day when we stumbled upon the farmer's market. Loved the variety of vendors selling fresh produce, goods, and plants. Every vendor we encountered was friendly and patiently answered questions we had about anything they were selling. We bought several pastries from Ninth Street Bakery that had us humming after the first bite. It was perfect weather for a market morning so everyone and their mother were out. lol If you want a market to leisurely stroll through, I think you'd need to arrive during the first hour. Otherwise be ready to take a few laps around to see everything without being pushed along by the crowd. Would definitely go back!

Fun, fresh and family friendly even on a rainy day! This is my second time coming to the Durham Farmers' Market. I love it!!! The pastries here are to die for! I enjoyed the butternut, mushroom and cheese croissant. My daughter was so bummed the spinach and cheese croissant she loves was sold out. We shared a tamale with butternut squash and chickpeas. The soups from Short Winter Soups were delish! I love the strawberries when in season!

My wife *loves* Durham Farmers' Market. It makes her really happy. That's all that needs to be said, but if you want details, read on. My wife loves farmers' markets in general. She loves gardens (and has worked at one), enjoys picking her own fruit, and cooking. Admittedly, I'm not into any of that stuff (I just like to eat), so I can't fully appreciate a farmers' market like she does. However, between the two of us, I'm the Yelper. So, I write this review sharing many of her opinions, which I think are more fair and valid than mine. Don't get me wrong - I appreciate local producers and farmers' markets, but not at the level that she does. All the food we've had from here has been fresh, high-quality, and delicious. Durham Farmers' Market is one of the biggest farmers' markets we've been to. 65+ vendors at the time of writing this review. I think it's bigger than all the ones we've been to back home in Atlanta (and elsewhere), though we still haven't fully explored metro Atlanta's farmers' markets and I believe metro Atlanta has more, smaller farmers' markets compared to the Triangle. Something that makes this farmers' market special is "eligible vendors must reside and produce items to be sold within a 70 mile radius of Durham city limits" (https://durhamfarmersmarket.com/vendors/prospective/). We've been to other farmers' markets where that isn't the case. For example, a vendor might resell produce that they purchased elsewhere at wholesale and it might not even have been "local." At Durham Farmers' Market, you are getting true locally-produced items. There's a great variety of food/vendors plus live entertainment. Thanks to its large size, there are enough stands where you can actually shop around and compare some of the same products. This place will make my wife's Saturday because she can buy our fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, and prepared foods all in one place. She also loves all the beautiful crafts and flowers. She once brought home a bouquet from Bluebird Meadows. Our favorite vendor here is probably Huanong Ecorganic Farm. They sell organic Asian vegetables including one of my favorites, water spinach (ong choy). The owner has degrees in Vegetable Science, Plant Pathology, and Fruit Science. Earth Eats did an interesting piece on him here: https://indianapublicmedia.org/eartheats/for-a-plant-pathologist-turned-farmer,-growing-asian-vegetables-in-north-carolina-clay-is-a-science.php. Other foods we've gotten here that come to mind include the bacon from Fickle Creek Farm (thick cuts, perfect flavor and texture), pickled okra and triple berry jam from Bonlee Grown Farm (we've gotten the okra multiple times), fresh mozzarella from Chapel Hill Creamery (my wife believes they only make and sell mozzarella in the summertime), peaches from Kalawi Farms, and pastries from Strong Arm Baking (https://www.yelp.com/biz/strong-arm-baking-oxford-2). My wife also purchased heirloom tomatoes, but forgot which vendor she got them from. She used them to make a Caprese salad: https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/durham-farmers-market-durham?select=gNm65OMI6QbFjdaFSTAD2g. Durham Farmers' Market is located at Durham Central Park in downtown Durham. Free parking is conveniently located in a lot accessible via Foster St, between W Seminary Ave and Hunt St. The market is open every Saturday morning and on Wednesday afternoons, mid-April through mid-October.

A little hard to park but it's cute and an easy way to get out. Most produce all around is about the same price so Dave yourself the trouble of comparing if you already know you're going to get something. Last time I went, I snagged a kombucha from HomeBucha (a bit pricey and not as vinegar-y or carbonated as others but still really good) and a kimchi

Get here early and get in line for your favorite vendor. There are great options for veggies, baked goods, flowers and cheese!! The cheese guy is my personal favorite - he alone is worth the trip. On a nice day it'll get super busy but there is plenty of parking nearby.

A good sized Farmer's Market with about 30-40 vendors including crafts, food trucks, and produce. There is a good crowd and they have the flow of traffic going one way as a COVID mitigation technique. People wear their masks here and abide by the rules. It's right next to a park so it's just super welcoming to head there and sit on a bench while eating some freshly purchased food. Since it's in the heart of Downtown Durham you could also visit some local places or wander about afterwards and check out some cool mural art.

Not a lot of selection, but the items are of good quality! We purchased some unique asian veggies from a kind gentleman. Very fresh, and very tasty! There was a live musician when I visited. A cute little place if you're staying in downtown Durham. Would visit again! Street/meter parking only.

What a glorious day to visit the buzzing farmers market of Durham! We parked in the YMCA lot (members only) and walked right on over. There are multitudes of vendors and stands ranging from friendly local produce, refreshing sweet drinks, and rainbow of flower bouquets. It was really hot even at 10AM so I highly recommend wearing some sun protection and bringing water bottles. Also, make sure to have cash on you since most produce stands only accept cash or require a minimum payment if paying by card. You know where to find me on Saturday mornings!

My favorite Farmer's Market in the Triangle. It's not the biggest but I love the live music, the mom and pop vendors and food trucks. It's a fun little weekend outing. The roads by the Farmer's Market are pretty crappy and pothole ridden but at least I haven't had issues with finding parking which is good. The Farmer's Market is dog friendly but they're not allowed under the covered part of the building where they sell veggies and cheeses. Just FYI. They have a sign up as you walk in so you can't miss it.

Saturday's are for Farmers Market shopping. We had the best time at the Durham Farmers Market. I loved that where the food was it was covered; this helped with the light sprinkle that we got. The parking was great. There is a parking lot right behind the market specific for the market shoppers and I found a space fairly easy. Also, there is a parking deck a couple of blocks up that's not too far. I also saw people parking on the street to run right in and grab something quick. While we waited for our friend to come there is a park that's conveniently located across from the market so we played over there while we waited. Beware the slide is really fast so make sure if you have a little one that you are waiting at the bottom. I felt like there were a lot of flower stands which was great but also very tempting. I ended buying some. My friend snag some veggies. One thing I love is that they let you sample cheese and brea. The other awesome thing is that they have food trucks out so that you could get something to eat. We ended up getting a slice of pizza, which was delicious. Overall we loved the Durham Farmers Market. And we can't wait to go back when they have more fruit and other items.

Going to the Durham Farmers' Market has become our regular Saturday morning routine for the last several years. Even if we have a full fridge and don't need a lot, it's a very "soulful" place. In addition to fruits and veggies, you can also usually find coffee, tea, beer, chocolate, baked goods, meat, cheese, kombucha, mead and arts and crafts. Sometimes some of the local homeless or charity solicitors approach you on the periphery, but if you don't want to be bothered, just politely decline and keep walking. There are also musicians and occasional cooking demos or performances. It's a great way to see a cross-section of Durhamites.

What a fun and unique farmer's market! I've only been to the state farmer's market so this was a nice change! Parking was a bit tricky but now that I've been, parking isn't hard at all! They have plenty of parking just a few blocks up. I parked near the downtown YMCA and it was 3 minute walk! Loved the local produces and products! They have quite a big selection. Compared to the state farmer's market, Durham's vendors were way more personable and friendly. It felt more like a local farmer's market! I ended up getting a succulent from a local farmer. It hasn't died for about a month so I'd say I'm doing pretty well haha Not only do they have many local businesses, they also have a little street with food trucks and local vendors! Oh, did I mention the live music? What about doggies? How else could you spend your Saturday morning? Make sure to bring a bag!

I went for the first time today and loved it! Cute doggos and babies everywhere. Great selection of produce and other products from local busines and farms. Delicious snacks and food trailers. I got my second pastry from Loaf Bakery in two days. I think I found a new favorite Saturday morning activity on good weather days!

What a wonderful way to start your weekends, Durham Farmers market has a nice spirit, we like getting our vegetables and fruits from the farmers, have an early walk and tasty breakfast, usually there are random street performances, my wife loves the crafty and handmade arts and products.

The Durham Farmers Market is an impressive collection of vendors, offering just about anything that can be grown, raised or made organically. Some vendors offer better pricing than others, so you have to walk around a bit before deciding what you want to take home. On our last trip, one vendor was offering some unusual lettuces, so I ended up buying the "Drunken Woman" and the "Speckled Boston" for about $1 a head. I am always particularly taken with the flower stalls. I want to take everything home with me! The boutique meats are pricy but we have enjoyed everything we have bought there so far, especially the bison.

Absolutely love going to this market, it has become something we look forward to every Saturday morning. During this season there are less vendors than there are during the warmer months but there are still plenty of options. During peak season there is a huge variety of vendors selling vegetables, fruits, flowers, homemade soaps, candles, cheese and soo much more! Just visiting the market inspires one to cook meals with fresh local ingredients. And if cooking isn't for you it is a great place to just go purchase some local coffee, pick up flowers and a pastry from one of the many local bakeries that are present and just walk around to people watch. Can't wait for the warm season to begin to have the full experience again!

Local arts, crafts and produce back on the Bull City. The farmers market is open and thriving with guests and merchants.

This is a pretty great farmers market! Definitely stop by to get some local and fresh produce. The variety was amazing. Walking around, I saw vendors selling everything from vegetables, cheeses, kombucha, bread, flowers, coffee, jams, meats, candles, etc. etc. Though I will say, the selection of fruits is not great (I really wanted to get some apples, but no vendor was selling them! I guess I should have expected that... seeing that there's not many apple orchards around Durham) But everything else was great! I got some pumpkin bread (AMAZING), persimmons, and a bouquet of flowers. A bit pricy, though not unexpectedly.

Such an awesome place to spend your Saturday in Durham. Not only is there plenty o' produce, but there's also lots of food to fill you up. And if you're in the mood for some handcrafted goods, you've got those too! Bring some cash and enjoy.

We just made our first visit. I really love the vendor variation and quality. We left with a few cheeses, snacks from Soul Cocina, kambucha, polenta, and maybe more. Its pricy but the quality and craftsmanship is fantastic. I'll definitely be going back.

Like a lot of people I sleep in on Saturdays but me and nine drug ourselves out of bed and we're going the Durham's Farmers market, which be around a lot longer than I knew then found out there is a South Durham Farmers market TOO!! What glorious day and reminded me again you can make any moment a memory especially withppl pnjj splendorous, glamorous, robust feel of the market. Bright t, fresh organic berries, heirloom tomatoes from reds to blue, & purple carrots!!! Fields of greens, lettuce, broccoli and kale. Ooh, the flowers,so many beautiful flowers, they were everywhere Flowers!!! If you needed it they had it. Farm fresh eggs, local honey, handmade artisan goat cheese, fresh bread, homemade jam, and so much more. And it reminded me how hard farming can be. Skip thea mega Mart, go the market , support local farms and business!! Keeps our community strong

The Durham Farmer's market started out in 1998 in the old Durham Bulls stadium and is now in a covered pavilion on Foster street. On a sunny Saturday, you will find food trucks like Pie Pushers, live music and vendors from all over selling local produce, flowers, cheeses, soaps, and freshly baked breads. Scratch and Loaf sell their baguettes and breads, Celebrity and Elodie sell their goat cheeses and farmers like Fickle Creek sell fresh eggs and poultry. There is an ATM if you don't have cash and it depends on the vendor if they take credit card with square. I love the herb garden located at the entrance of the market and bushes of rosemary abound. The food truck rodeos of Durham are also hosted here at Central Park. If you are in town on a Saturday between 8 and noon, definitely come check out the local items and just browse the pavilion.

I love Durham Farmers Market! especially in the summer/spring seasons. It can dwindle in colder weather, but that is to be expected. there's an abundance of produce, flowers, and goodies and with the new explosion of food trucks, there's something for everyone. I have to make note of Ms. Emma's baked goods. WOW, just delicious! That and she is a sweet lady who won't hesitate to cut up a baked good for you to sample. Her mini pies (they look like empanadas) are delicious! It's the perfect ratio of crust and filling, which consist of sweet potato, apple, strawberry, and peach. all are delicious, she let us sample every single one! The market is in a great location with easy parking and all the vendors are very nice!

"Veggies, pastries, crafts, oh my!" My kids and I went here most Saturdays over the summer shortly after opening time... it's a nice morning outing, and I send them off with ~$3 each to get something tasty for breakfast while shopping for pesticide-free veggies. The veggies are generally very good, and there's a pretty broad selection. Susan Z is right that the prices at some vendors are unusually high, but some are fair (close to what you'd pay at the organic section of your local grocery store). Besides seasonal fruit and vegetables, there are multiple vendors that sell goat milk cheese, chocolates, pastries, pecans & pecan products, meats, pickled products, flowers, etc. My son loves to get the "doughnut muffin" from Scratch, which costs $1.50-$2 and is both tasty and filling (comes in both buttermilk and chocolate varieties). My daughter likes the cinnamon rolls and empanadas at another vendor (priced $2.25-$3). Personally, I love the sweet potato pies (baked or fried) at a third vendor (~$2.50). There are lots of vendors giving out samples, and they never look at the kids weird even when it's really obvious that they won't be buying anything but are just snacking. Hence, overall a very friendly atmosphere. On the outskirts, there are often other vendors with crafts, a stand talking about progress with (and seeking investors in) the Durham Central Market project, musicians playing, etc. This week, there was a "Kids Vote" booth getting kids to vote for all the upcoming house, senate, judge, and sheriff races (and proposed bonds). Definitely a taste of the "greener" side of Durham. 4 stars for a fun place to swing by with good food.

Awesome selection. Vendors vary but great place to pick up some fresh flowers, cheeses, and veggies. Prices slightly vary between sellers so I usually do a once over before purchasing items. On Saturday they also sell crafts. There's also a few stands that sell meat, eggs, and dessert/chocolates. One of my favorite parts of Durham in the summer!

This place is awesome! The food is beautiful and being locally grown is a bonus. Most of the prices were competitive. I wish there were more vendors, but there was a pretty decent number of vendors. They had greens, local honey, meats, potatoes, sweet potatoes, rutabagas, turnips, etc.... We bought several various products. The vendors we interacted with were very nice and most important, the food was excellent. I'm excited for my next trip there.

The Durham farmers market is much smaller than the state farmers market but they have different vendors from the state farmers market. There are a ton more bakeries to choose from. Also there is a vendor who sells all organic produce which is great because this is rare at the farmers markets in the triangle area. There is a lady that sells fresh pasta. Everything from lasagna to ravioli to linguine. There are also two vendors that sell mushrooms! All the produce was super fresh. During the winter months it is pretty dead and there is limited selection and hours. So check it out during the warmer months. It is open Wednesday afternoons as well as Saturday mornings during the summer. It is a fun atmosphere because there is a lemonade stand. A coffee vendor and a few food trucks right outside of it. There are jewelry and pottery vendors. It is smaller but there are some unique things that you can't find at the state farmers market.

Favorite Saturday moment always starts here. Love to see whole bunches of food trucks.

This is such a Saturday morning ritual for me and my mom regardless of how many vegetables I need to take home that particular week. Boxcar cheese is expensive no question, but they really make an incredible product and I'm hopelessly addicted to their cheeses. Bluebird Meadows (sorry if I messed up the name) has the most STUNNING bouquets you will ever see and their cut flowers last forever (I truly had a bouquet that lived and flourished for nearly two months)! East Durham Bake Shop, Loaf, and strong arm have wonderful bakery creations to tempt your sweet or savory tooth. The peaches when in season are an emotional experience for me (dramatic but true haha). I just love energizing myself by a stroll through this market.

The Durham Farmers Market is a place to take the family and enjoy a Saturday morning. You can come get vegetables, fruits, meats, and grub on some fine food truck delights on the way out. In addition, you can buy some hand made goods and just enjoy the entertainment and loads of dogs. Come on out and promote the local products being sold.

One of the better farmer's markets that I've been to across the country. The atmosphere was cozy and friendly, with music everyone was swaying to as they shopped for their local produce, food, coffee or art. I talked to several of the local vendors, most of them have been participating in this Farmer's Market for over 10 years and you could tell by the relationship that the customers had with them that they were a local favorite! Several local artists had beautiful one of a kind pottery, I selected several veggies, coffee and a lovely wind chime with a dragonfly design.

I swear, the Durham Farmers Market gets better every time I visit. Located in central downtown Durham, there really isn't a bad place to park. And it's super-close to all of downtown's restaurants, so you can grab lunch or brunch afterward. It's really a lovely way to spend a Saturday. Bring cash. Most vendors will take an imprint of your card, but cash is the preferred and most convenient method of payment. Also bring your own shopping bags. My faves: The jams, jellies, pickles, and preserves from Bonlee Grow Farm are to DIE for. I cannot get enough of the sweet pepper jelly. I put it on a cracker with light cream cheese, then die happy. Repeat. Celebrity Dairy has the most amazing Montrachet, but their Silk Hope will blow you away. They're great about having samples of their herb-coated logs to sample. Chapel Hill Creamery has also got ah-mazing dairy items. I think Elodie Farms has the best eggs. Bring in your used egg cartons and reuse or donate for these farm-fresh large brown eggs. And now Fullsteam's got a booth here, so you can pick up an ice cold growler before the brewery even opens up! You must try the fruit pies and pecan pies from Emma's Desserts. Scratch's best is their chocolate donut muffins. There's a few other bakeries here, one of which has a wide selection of absolutely delicious gluten-free breads and baked treats. Lyon Farms' strawberries are the best. Hit up Kalawi Farms for peaches. My favorite garden things to pick up at the market are kale, radishes, carrots, bell peppers, tomatoes, scallions, potatoes, and greens. Everything here is fresh and delicious. And, y'all know I'm a vegetarian, but Sunset Farms carries pastured poultry and grass fed beef, and we pick things up for our new dog friend, Marvin, who eats a raw diet. I don't get here nearly as often as I'd like, because I'm in spin till 11:00 a.m. Saturdays, which doesn't leave much time to get market-presentable. I do wish the market was open till at least 1:00 p.m. And, while the place pales in comparison to the Raleigh Farmers Market, I am grateful for this little slice of loveliness here in our beloved Durham.

Wow. "Farmer's Market" doesn't quite capture the magic that goes on here in the heart of Durham. This farmer's market has a bunch of asterisks following it - in a good way! Like your standard farmer's market venues, you have a variety of local sellers with herbs, plants, flowers, veggies, and natural produce. I came on their tomato tasting day, so every stand was bursting to the brim with tomatoes of every variety. I also saw a stand with some gorgeous oyster mushrooms, though I'm not sure I'm skilled enough to cook them properly! My only complaint about this is that there was a noticeable lack of fruit options... to be sure, there were a couple blueberry pints here and there, but I didn't see many cherries or other summer fruits, which was disappointing. Sampling is one of the best parts of any farmer's market and it's in full force here. I stopped by the Big Spoon Roasters stand and the couple manning the station was incredibly gracious and patient. They encouraged me to sample to my heart's content (though I stopped myself, of course!) and definitely convinced me on their Almond Brazil nut butter (yuuuuuum.) I also checked out a stand called Spread which featured vegan cheese made from chickpeas and almonds. Pretty hummus-like rather than cheese-like IMO but tasty nevertheless! In addition to all the traditional farmer's market vendors there are two off-branchings of arts/crafts stands with funky jewelry, mason jar art, traditional art and cool fabric postcards as well as a small selection of food trucks. It was pretty early but people were definitely lining up to get their fill of pizzas at Pie Pusher and coffee at the mobile coffee bar! I'm sad that this farmer's market isn't on Sundays as well - though it's probably better for my wallet that way! Tip: Bring cash, of course, though some vendors like Big Spoon did take my cc. If not, there's an ATM available, though it had a massive line when I passed by!

Produce from local farms, goods from local vendors and artisans, and food trucks galore. If you've read my review of the City of Durham, you know I love (really, really LOVE) this city, and the Durham Farmers Market is the perfect mix of everything that makes Durham, well, Durham. Locals supporting locals (even if they aren't from Durham, proper) and a party atmosphere that had everyone is sight grinning, in spite of the rain, is what we saw on our first trip to the Market. But atmosphere is only half of what makes a trip to the Durham Farmers Market worth it. The other half is what makes you want to go back, the quality of the produce is amazing. Anymore, buying a tomato at a supermarket means you have a perfectly shaped, red-skinned, pink fleshed water bomb that most folks wouldn't be able to identify by taste alone. All of the tomatoes we saw were kind of oddly shaped, with no uniformity to be had, but the flavor, oh sweet produce-salvation, the flavor!! Sure, it made a perfect BLT, but the remaining slices, with a just touch of salt were exactly what summer in the South should taste like. And it doesn't end at tomatoes; peppers, both sweet and hot, corn, squash and zucchini, potatoes, including varieties I'd never heard of, and so much fruit; peaches, berries, plums, and anything else in season. The selection really was staggering. The only thing the State Farmers Market has over Durham is quantity. Really, that's it. Whether you want great produce, or just want a glimpse of how we do it in Durham, and why we love it, get down to the Durham Farmers Market, you'll wonder why you didn't go sooner...

Over-priced for a limited selection. Maybe I've been spoiled by the Amish farmers' markets of central PA or the abundance/variety available in Boston. But all I can muster for Durham's farmers' market is a big, fat "MEH." I like to support locally sourced stuffs, but not in a ridiculous, illogical way. I feel paying 3X what I would pay for items that don't even look that good really pushes me past that ridiculous, illogical line. I think Durham farmers need to do a cross cultural exchange w/ the farmers in central PA b/c they need to learn some tricks. Whatever they're doing here makes Durham Farmers' Market one of the least appealing farmers' markets I've ever visited. I live 2 blocks away and I rarely go.

Sad truth: I'm never up "early" enough to get to the Farmers Market. (Saturday cartoons weren't even incentive enough to rouse me from my bed as a kid.) So it was a little personally mind boggling to discover that, after setting up and breaking down the Doughman race last weekend, the Farmers Market was actually STILL open... and I'd already been awake for 6 hours! So it was that I FINALLY made my first visit. Since we have a CSA, and a pretty awesome home garden, it's rare we need additional produce. But the meat selection seems pretty awesome. We don't cook much meat anymore; but if we were going to, I'd definitely try to plan buying it here and keeping it local. I confess I was disappointed with the lack of cheese. Just one vendor the day I went. Nice to see some Fullsteam growlers, and a few folks wielding potted flowers and herbs. It's all covered in City Market, which is especially nice now it's getting hot and sunny. Bring your cash because several folks weren't equipped for credit cards.

To preface my review, I'll say that I have only recently realized what a great food community Durham has during my last year of Duke, primarily because one of my good friends co-founded the Duke Campus Farm. This is the first farmer's market I've been to, so I don't really have any standard of comparison for what makes a "good" farmer's market. However, I will say that the first time I went I fell in love with it. I bought a carton of the best strawberries I've ever tasted (unsure of the vendor, but near the front if you're coming from Main St), fig & honey and roasted garlic & chives goat cheese from the Elodie Farms, sweet potatoes and tomatoes. I also couldn't resist getting a Durham Farmer's Market T-shirt. Recently I went and bought more sweet potatoes, parsley, goat cheese, and a cup of mojito limeade (overpriced, but refreshing). I haven't yet tried any of the baked goods, though I'm tempted every time I walk by. Sometimes I feel a bit chagrined knowing that I could buy the produce cheaper at the grocery store-- I'm not sure how the prices here compare to other farmer's markets-- but I'm mollified in that (1) the quality of food is so much better, particularly if, like me, you usually shop at Kroger because of the convenience and (2) I'm supporting local farmers/food vendors. Some vendors accept credit cards but some are cash only.

Jen and I love coming to the DFM. Our first stop is almost always a bakery stall. We love Scratch Bakery and also Twin Cakes Bakery. The latter is great vegan and gluten free baked goods. We also go by the demonstration table when a chef comes to DFM (we saw Amy Tournqist - Watt's Grocery, the other time). We almost always come home with a few pot plants and herbs for the back veggie garden. We adore the experience when we go and we often top it off with brunch at Piedmont or the real deal burgers when Only Burger's truck makes an appearance. You'll love it.

Plentiful parking, a joyous atmosphere, and incredibly sweet vendors- what 's not to love about the Durham Farmers Market? There are lots of beautiful heirloom vegetables, organic meats and handcrafted cheeses, but do yourself a favor and pick up some chocolates from Dolly Mama. Seriously, they are some of the best I have ever had, especially the violet & cayenne and the tupelo honey & black tea varieties. My only regret after returning home is not buying more of those miniature works of art!

I'm a fan of Durham Farmers Market. I love how easy-going and super nice the vendors/farmers are. However, if you're not careful, you can easily get carried away and drop a serious chunk of change here. (Or, it could be just me.) So make the rounds and be selective. Now and then a food truck or two will be parked at DFM. This is where I got introduced to Pie Pushers (nom nom nom). Another thing I like about DFM is their Homefries Cookin' Team, a class for 9-13 yo led by chefs within the region who teach the kids how to cook with local ingredients. The class runs every third Saturday during the summer months. June featured Marco Shaw from Piedmont. July will feature Aaron Vandemark from Panciuto. August will feature Phoebe Lawless from Scratch Bakery.

Fresh and Local veggies, meats, beer, breads, crafts, and other miscellaneous items, whats not to love?! Not to mention there are usually a ton of food trucks here lining the streets its just a great way to spend a Saturday morning. Grab a cup of coffee from a vendor and have a walk around, you will be glad you did.

I really liked my day here. It's small enough to do quickly, and most of the stalls are selling a lot of the same things, so if one spot is crowded, you can easily find the _________ a few stalls down, for the same price. There are also food trucks everywhere, and the live performers who are....decent. :) Parking is ample in the neighborhood lots. Definitely wash your food before eating....bought some spinach today that ended up being covered in spider webs. Super cute. Great vibe and crowd overall! Bring a reusable bag! :)

Satisfies the hippie healthy Californian in me. I miss the little market that was a block away from my apartment in San Francisco. It sold the freshest produce I've ever seen inside a store, and everything organic you could imagine. The Durham Farmer's Market brings me back there. The produce is awesome, the bread lady is amazing, I found fantastic pepper jelly that I can't get enough of. I hope I can try all of the cheeses before the summer is over. I also bought a gorgeous hanging basket of flowers for my place. They're lush and beautiful! YAY!

My one complaint is that the there isn't more space. Someone told me that there's a waiting list to be a vendor, which seems unfortunate. But besides that small detail, the farmer's market is a breath of fresh air. It's great to have locally grown/raised/produced items available. I find it encouraging to get things that are actually in season to inspire new dishes and recipes. My favorite stop is the chapel hill creamery. Their cheeses and yogurt (oh my gosh, their yogurt!) are so creamy, fresh, and delicious. Few things dampen my day more when they are out of the yogurt! I try to bike over as it seems the parking lot gets a bit crowded. Going on the early side is always a good idea as vendors can run out of stock easily.

I went on both Wednesday and Saturday of this week to the Durham Farmers Market, and it was dramatic how many more vendors (and customers!) were there on the Saturday. I'd definitely encourage people to check out the Saturday offerings. On the Saturday, I went with my dad and my younger brother, and we had a great time. I bought one loaf of focaccia bread from the vendor "Scratch" - it was $7, which was a bit expensive for the taste, which was good, but not $7 worth of good. My dad bought a praline cookie for $2.25. It was pretty good, but it could have been cheaper. All-in-all, I'd rate the Farmers Market good with room for improvement.

Love that its local and has a decent variety of farms. There are food trucks as well and craft vendors - some of which are really good!! Prices decent for the veggies as well.

Love coming by here on the weekend with my husband (but I hate the hunt for parking)! Wish there was more of an organic selection and Sunday hours. My favorite vendors and products include: Fickle Creek Farm: ham hocks (absolutely delectable in crockpot bean soup), goat/chevon chunks, lamb chops Dawnbreaker Farm: pork shank Chapel Hill Creamery (Fresh Mozzarella, humanely-raised spare ribs, Carolina Moon brie cheese) Sunset Ridge Buffalo Farm (meaty bison bones for soup)

Thanks Rose L. for recommending me to check out the Durham Farmer's Market on Saturday mornings while I was visiting Durham, NC this past weekend. This Farmer's Market featured local farmers selling produce and local artists selling art (e.g., metal art, photography, jewelry, pottery, etc.). During the summer, it would have been nice if all of the vendors were in the shade. It was really hot and humid but I was glad to cool down with a Home: Bucha Ginger beverage while I was there.

Being the independent-minded individualist I am, I would like to give DFM a four. I said I would like to. I can't. It's just too good. To start with, I can walk there. How cool is that? I realize that's not a plus everyone can enjoy, but there is plenty of parking. The selection of food for sale has only gotten better in the couple of years it has been open, and it seems like every couple of weeks there is something new to try. The produce is beautiful, the baked goods fresh and exquisite, and the meats and eggs from animals who you can tell have been cared for. The venue itself is nice as well. The main market is L-shaped and covered, with a sidewalk section on both sides of the street. The city allows the street to be blocked off, so you don't have to obsessively fret about your kids playing in traffic. This market is nowhere near as large as the big one in Raleigh, and if you are closer to that one is probably not worth the trip. However, if you find yourself in Durham and need some great produce, meats, or just want to get a Pop T'Art from Daisy Cakes, come on by.