Visit NC Farms, 1310 N Mineral Springs Rd (2026)

15/06/2026

Some farms do more than grow food. They help grow community Jireh Family Farm is one of those special places.

Immanuel and Valarie Jarvis, the passionate co-founders of Jireh Family Farm, are dedicated to raising high-quality proteins with care, integrity, and a deep commitment to serving their community. Their work extends beyond the farm gate, creating opportunities for education, connection, and access to local food.

Join them for their 4th Annual Farm to Table Breakfast and enjoy a delicious buffet featuring farm-fresh eggs, crispy bacon, savory sausage, golden hashbrowns, sweet fried apples, and homemade sourdough biscuits, all sourced from their very own farm. Celebrate July 4th by getting breakfast at their farm!

Breakfast begins at 9 a.m. and tickets are $35 per person. Get the ticket link in their bio. Guests will also have the opportunity to gather in Jireh Family Farm’s new event space barn and experience the joy of sharing a meal right where it was grown.

Farms like Jireh Family Farm remind us that local food is about more than what’s on our plates. It’s about building stronger, healthier communities together. What a wonderful way to spend a holiday!

12/06/2026

🍑 Lavender, peaches, and homegrown cookin’—this weekend is bursting with farm-fresh fun across North Carolina!

Start your weekend at Phillips Farms’ Peach Festival where fresh Carolina peaches take center stage! Enjoy peach cobbler, peaches & cream, peach lemonade, milkshakes, ice cream sundaes, peach funnel cakes, peach candy apples, cocktails and mocktails, plus plenty of family fun. Sprinklers, misters, and screen-free adventures in the Family Fun Park will help everyone stay cool while making sweet summer memories. Phillips Farms of Cary, NC

💜 June Bloom at Sunshine Lavender Farm (June 13-14) invites you to slow down and soak in the beauty of lavender season. Celebrating 26 years, this charming working farm offers the perfect place to relax, reconnect with loved ones, and enjoy the calming sights and scents of the countryside. The world could always use a little more lavender! Sunshine Lavender Farm

🍴 Then head to True Cut Ranch on June 13 from 5-9 p.m. for the Eat, Drink & Be Local Food Fest! Meet local farmers and chefs, enjoy delicious farm-to-table flavors, live music, animal encounters, and celebrate the best of local agriculture under the summer sky. True Cut Ranch of Claremont, NC

Whether you’re craving peaches, dreaming of lavender fields, or ready to feast on local flavors, this weekend is packed with reasons to get out and explore North Carolina’s farms.

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10/06/2026

💦 Farm Days + Water Ways: Cool Off at These North Carolina Farms 🌽🌊

Looking for ways to beat the heat while supporting local farms? North Carolina offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the water while experiencing the beauty, food, and hospitality of our state’s agricultural community.

🏞️ | Mooresville, NC
One of the most unique swimming destinations in the state, the Quarry at Carrigan Farms offers a magical experience with crystal-clear water surrounded by towering rock walls. Whether you’re taking a refreshing swim or casting a line, it’s the perfect summer escape. Reservations are recommended for quarry swimming, as spots often fill quickly. Fishing is also available for those looking to relax by the water.

🍑 Millstone Creek Orchard Fishing Pond | Ramseur, NC
Spend a peaceful afternoon fishing among rows of peach and apple trees at Millstone Creek Orchard. Afterward, stop by the farm store for a bite to eat, enjoy a glass of hard cider, or visit on the weekend for brunch. It’s a wonderful way to combine outdoor recreation with local farm flavors.

🚣 Tate Farm by the Pond | Willard, NC
Tate Farm by the Pond has two exciting water-themed events coming up this summer:
🌅 June 20 – Enjoy a farm-to-table dinner followed by a sunset boat ride across the pond.
🎆 July 4 – Celebrate Independence Day with a fun-filled Waterpark Day on the farm.
Visit their website for ticket information and event details.

🦪 | Sneads Ferry, NC
For a coastal farm experience unlike any other, head to Hold Fast Oysters. Guests can wade out to a private sandbar in the pristine waters of North Carolina’s coast while learning how oysters are sustainably farmed. You’ll also discover how oysters play an important role in filtering and cleaning our waterways, making this adventure both fun and educational.

Whether you’re swimming in a quarry, fishing beside an orchard, cruising into a sunset, or exploring an oyster farm, these destinations showcase the many ways North Carolina agriculture connects us to the water.
💧 Which one will you visit first?

08/06/2026

🥛 June is National Dairy Month! 🐄

Did you know North Carolina’s dairy farms offer more than fresh milk and delicious cheese? They provide unforgettable experiences that connect visitors to the land, animals, and farm families that make it all possible.

📍 in Lincolnton, NC
Take a behind-the-scenes look at a working dairy farm with their weekday tours and field trips (April–October). Visitors can tour the milking parlor, pet calves, try their hand at a simulated milking cow, enjoy a scoop of chocolate ice cream, and spend time in the picnic and playground areas. Tours are available by reservation only and are perfect for families, schools, and groups looking to learn more about dairy farming.

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Open Wednesday through Sunday, Looking Glass Creamery welcomes visitors year-round to enjoy handcrafted cheeses, preserves, and hard cider made right on the farm. Come hungry! Grilled cheese sandwiches and charcuterie boards are available, making it the perfect stop for a leisurely afternoon in the mountains while supporting local agriculture.

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Located in Raleigh, Howling Cow offers educational tours Monday through Saturday that give visitors a chance to learn about dairy farming and the work happening at NC State’s dairy operation. Groups of 15 or more can arrange tours by contacting mailto:[email protected], while Saturday tours can be booked online. And of course, no visit is complete without a scoop of their famous ice cream!

Whether you’re petting calves, savoring farmstead cheese, or learning where your favorite dairy products come from, there’s no better time to celebrate North Carolina’s dairy farms than during National Dairy Month.
Tag your favorite NC dairy farm below! 🥛❤️

05/06/2026

Just a reminder that June is packed with farm fun and special events across North Carolina, including several happening this weekend!

🌼 Head to the Carrboro Farmers’ Market / for June in Bloom, a celebration of flower season featuring limited-edition T-shirts, make-and-take art activities with Peel Gallery and Super G Print Lab, a floral scavenger hunt, raffle prizes, flower-inspired samples, vendor specials, live music, and much more.

💜 In Franklinton, spend the day at Two Dachshunds Lavender Farm/ for ‘Don’t Worry, Be Purple’from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This special annual event opens the fiber and lavender farm to visitors just as the lavender begins to bloom. Enjoy a relaxing day among the animals, take in the beautiful purple fields, and breathe in the soothing scent of fresh lavender.

🍦 Looking for a laid-back farm day? RambleRill Farm in Hillsborough is hosting its Farm Day on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a free scoop of ice cream, sweets from Starfish Bakery’s brownie bar, a stroll through the woods, the Longleaf Forest School open house, Firefly Farm’s flower bar, herbal tea tastings from Kid Clover, and native plants from Crooked Creek Nursery. Admission is free.

Where will your farm adventure take you this weekend? 🚜🌻 SupportLocal

04/06/2026

North Carolina is getting national attention! 🌾✨

Two incredible North Carolina farm stays, Ivy Fields Farm and Juneberry Ridge, have been nominated in the USA TODAY 10Best Best Farm Stay competition, shining a spotlight on the growing appeal of agritourism across our state.

🐐 Nestled in the foothills near Asheville, Ivy Fields Farm offers guests the chance to experience authentic farm life with fresh eggs, seasonal produce, friendly farm animals, and peaceful mountain surroundings.

🌲 At Juneberry Ridge in Norwood, visitors can reconnect with nature through cozy cabin stays, scenic trails, regenerative farming experiences, and unforgettable ridge-top sunrises.

These nominations celebrate more than two amazing destinations, they highlight the many farms, rural communities, and agritourism experiences that make North Carolina such a special place to explore.

Help put North Carolina on the map by casting your vote! USA TODAY 10Best readers can vote once per day during the voting period. Visit the USA TODAY 10Best Awards page to support these outstanding farm stays. Voting in 10Best competitions is typically open daily throughout the contest period.

Vote here: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/
Congratulations to and for representing North Carolina on the national stage! 🌻🚜

02/06/2026

June is filling up with so many farmy events and we are here for if!! You don’t want to miss Farm Feast at . June 13 from 6-9p in Claremont, NC

🎶🌾Get ready for an unforgettable evening on the farm! True Cut Ranch welcomes guests for Farm Feast, a celebration of local agriculture, great food, and community.
Spend the evening exploring the ranch, meeting the animals, and even feeding them a few treats while taking in the beauty of the farm. The soundtrack for the night will be provided by the “explosive one man band,” Cameron Matthews, whose high-energy performance spans rock, soul, blues, funk, country, folk, reggae, and pop.

The feast itself will showcase the incredible flavors of our region, prepared by an outstanding lineup of local chefs including Ben Sullivan, Bart Weber, Zack Harkins, Rilke Witherstine, and Jeremy Salig.

Ingredients will be sourced from local farms including , Mai’s Farm, and many more!

This is more than a meal, it’s an opportunity to connect with the farmers, chefs, and producers who make North Carolina’s food community so special. Come hungry, bring your friends, and experience a true farm-to-table celebration! Go to True cuts page for ticket info🌻🍴🎵🐓

Stay tuned for more events happening this month and even this weekend by heading to our events page or following here!

31/05/2026

We had an amazing day celebrating N.C. Blueberries! Specifically from Unity Farms, Farmer Gene, and K**b Creek Orchard! Thank you Charlotte Regional Farmers Market for having us!

30/05/2026

We hope you’re enjoying a farmers’ market today! Remember, if you need help finding a market, go to our site and click ‘our farms’ and search farmers markets nearest you!

Can’t make it to the market today? There are many markets open on Sundays including ! Tomorrow, we will be teaming up with them to celebrate Blueberry Day! 🫐

That’s right, a whole day dedicated to the berry-tastic blueberry! Come and join us from 10-2 for all things blueberry including treats, blueberry themed candles and 3D images, and activities for kids and adults alike!

And while we are on the blueberry train, let’s give a shout out to some of the u-pick farms that are either open or opening soon.

is opening up June 4th for u-pick
In Wendell, NC!
in Sanford, NC opened on May 23rd!
In McLeansville, NC is tentatively planning for an opening day on June 27th and posted their June ans July schedule for 2026

For more celebrating get to June 19th-20th in Burgaw, NC!

There’s more! Join in on a Blueberry Harvest Celebration June 6th with ! They’ll have blueberries, wine, and local vendors in Currie, NC.

Most importantly, have a berry good time (😂we had to do it) supporting NC farms!

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