Charlotte Regional Farmers Market

06/07/2026

✨ On this beautiful Sunday, we're shining a spotlight on some of the incredible vendors who help make our market a vibrant, well-rounded place to shop for the things you love and need.

First up is The Vegan Bakery! 🌱 From delicious grab-and-go treats to made-to-order menu items you can enjoy right at the market, there's always something tempting at their booth. And if you haven't stopped by for a sample yet, prepare yourself. One bite is usually all it takes to convince you to bring something home.
We may or may not have already picked up some of their famous vegan mac and cheese for tonight's dinner. 😋 What can we say? It's that good. Be sure to stop by, say hello, and treat yourself to something delicious from The Vegan Bakery today!

Our next stop is Ajars Sweet Cream Factory! ajarssweetcreamfactory 🍨 This dynamic duo is serving up pure deliciousness with their rich, decadent sweet cream creations. Think ice cream... but taken to the next level. You'll just have to try it for yourself to understand the hype! We were especially impressed by the Strawberry Cheesecake flavor. And yes, samples are available, so you can find your favorite before making your selection.

Our third stop is Iona's Dream! 🥤🌿 If you're looking for fresh juices crafted to fit both your taste buds and your lifestyle, this is the place to be. Whether you're seeking ingredients that support your wellness goals, help you feel your best, or simply want a refreshing and flavorful drink, Iona's Dream has something worth exploring.

We love highlighting the vendors who help make our market such a special community space. Let's give these amazing small businesses a virtual round of applause for all they do! 👏💚

Stay tuned for more vendor highlights, and if you haven't made it out yet, there's still time! We're open until 5 PM today, and we'd love to see you here. 🛍️☀️

06/06/2026

Celebrate Red, White, and Homegrown this 4th of July! Join us in honoring 250 years of farmers feeding Americans by shopping local on Saturday, July 4th. Visit any of Mecklenburg Counties amazing markets. Fresh food, local pride, and community spirit all in one place!

06/06/2026

Happy Saturday! its a gorgeous day to get to the market. You can find all the blooms your heart desires including sunflowers 🌻 galore!

Head down the greenery shed and find coffee, juices, pastries at Pave. Find Carthage Fresh for a Mediterranean spread to take home!

Go find gorgeous produce and fruit including peaches! In buildings A, B, and C!

This reel also features:
Lydia’s flowers in the greenery shed
A Way of Life Farm fruit and produce
And fruit

Come on out and see for yourself! Are you on your way?

06/05/2026

Get ready to make your Fourth of July unforgettable with a little help from your local farmers markets! Our Red, White & Homegrown theme celebrates everything we love about this holiday: community, freshness, and supporting the people who grow our food.

From crisp produce and juicy berries to farm‑raised meats, baked goods, flowers, and locally made treats, you can find everything you need to make your July 4th delicious, festive, and truly homegrown. When you shop at a farmers market, you’re not just checking off your shopping list—you’re supporting local growers, makers, and families right here in our community.

Let’s make Independence Day extra special this year. Choose fresh. Choose local. Choose Red, White & Homegrown. See you at the market!

06/05/2026

🥛🎨 June is Dairy Month in North Carolina!

Since 1939, National Dairy Month has celebrated the nutritional benefits of milk and the hardworking farm families, processors, and businesses that make dairy products possible. From fresh milk and cheese to yogurt, butter, and ice cream, dairy plays an important role in communities across our state.

This year, young artists are invited to celebrate dairy through creativity in the Farm Fresh Creativity Dairy Art Contest! Youth ages 5–18 can submit original dairy-themed artwork showcasing dairy cows, farm families, dairy foods, value-added products, farm-to-table concepts, innovative dairy ideas, and the people behind the industry.

🖍️ Youth Division (Ages 5–12)
• Entries accepted: May 25–June 12
• Voting: June 13–20
• Prize: $25 Gift Card

🎨 Teen Division (Ages 13–18)
• Entries accepted: June 8–26
• Voting: June 27–July 4
• Prize: $25 Gift Card

Whether it’s a colorful dairy cow, a creative ice cream invention, or a farm-fresh vision for the future, this is a great opportunity for young people to showcase their talents while learning about North Carolina’s dairy industry.

Learn more and enter here: NC Dairy Art Contest⁠

🐄🥛🎨

Come by and see our very own dairy vendors:

Vendors that sell dairy cheese:

Ankrom Farm
Rockraven Farm
Fat Boy’s Produce
Burton Farms
Sacred Source Farm
Coddle Creek Farm
Pritzzybullybullz LLC

Dairy Milk:

Coddle Creek Farm
A’Jar Sweet Cream Factory
Burton Farms

See you at the market !

06/04/2026

Love snapping photos and strolling through farmers markets? Then this contest is picture‑perfect for you! This is your chance to show off your photography skills and capture the very best moments at your local farmers market. Make sure to get your shots submitted on time — we can’t wait to see what develops!

It's a new month, which means another theme for our Crop This! Photo Contest! 📸

Thank you to everyone who submitted a picture for last month's theme of "We all scream for N.C. Ice Cream!" We will be announcing the winner in just a few days! This month's theme for the contest is "Farmers Market Finds." Stop by a farmers market or roadside stand near you to shop local and show us your best photos from the market.

Photos can be sent by email to [email protected]. Include your name, county and a brief description of your photo. The deadline to submit photos for this category is June 15th!

The winning photo of the month will be featured in an upcoming issue of the Ag Review and on our NCDA&CS social media channels. Each month's winner will also be considered for the 2026 Crop This! Photo of the Year. The Photo of the Year winning photographer will receive a prize pack of NCDA&CS and Got to Be NC goodies!

**Original, amateur photography only. Open to North Carolina residents. By submitting a photo, you grant permission for the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to reproduce, publish and use your photo in department publications, online and on social media. Learn more at https://www.ncagr.gov/.../public-affairs/ag-review/CropThis **

06/03/2026

We are always so grateful for a shout out! Thank you for featuring us alongside so many amazing markets in N.C. We are proud to work alongside so many hard working vendors who ensure everyone that comes to the market can find quality products. Special shout out to who is pictured in their line up for representing at so many markets including ours with beautiful mushrooms and wellness products!

Come by the market today for your midweek shopping list. Please note that our busiest days are over the weekend, but we still have an abundance of produce, seasonal fruit, flowers, plants, artisan products and so much more. See you at the market!

05/31/2026

It’s Blueberry Day! We are so excited to support all the blueberries possible! Thank you Farmer Gene, knobcreekorchards and unityfarms for the blueberry tastings! 🫐🫐🫐

vegantogo has blueberry cake and vegan prepared meals. paos_lemonade_2 blueberry lemonade travelintomscoffee blueberry coffee lattes Wizarding Arts blueberry spiders The Dutch Kettle, LLC. blueberry jam!!

Let’s have a berry good time! Come one come all! visitncfarms gottobenc

05/30/2026

You’re not only supporting our farmers when you come to the market on a rainy day, but you’re also boosting your mental and physical health!

Coming to the market provides for connection to others and community which increases happiness. Also, it’s a proven fact that seeing colors boosts mood. Light and bright colors are Generally associated with positive and high-energy emotions (e.g., happiness, excitement)! Our vendors have vibrant colors for you at every corner of the market.

Take a walk down the Got to Be NC building today and see farms like Austin Kidd Farm, A Way of Life Farm True Cut Ranch Honey Tree Farm and so many more producing fruit, veggies, meat products, mushrooms, eggs, and the list goes on! Your visit will be sure to brighten your day with delicious food and good people.

Peruse the other buildings for coffee, treats, plants, MORE beautiful produce, prepared meals, juice and bouquets! It’s a wonderful day for a trip to the market!