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The Cincinnati area is home to some of the best produce and home-grown products in the country — though you may not always find those products at your local Kroger. These farmers markets across the city offer a space for local farmers, artists, bakers and more to bring unique products to the people in their communities. Scroll through to find your local farmers market (and don’t forget to bring your tote bag).
Covington Farmers Market
3rd Street between Greenup Street and Court Street, Covington
Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Covington Farmers Market has over a dozen vendors and operates year-round. It is a great place to stop for seasonal produce, meat and fish, eggs, fresh bread and much more. If you don’t feel like walking around the market in search of what you need, pre-order a Farmers Market Bundle filled with produce, eggs, meat and shelf-stable items that can be picked up on Saturdays. Photo:Findlay Market
1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine
Saturdays 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sundays 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Findlay Market features many different vendors year-round. The outdoor farmers market is open Saturdays and Sundays. Some vendors include McGlasson Farms, which sells a variety of fruits and vegetables, and Ridgecrest Farm, which sells hot sauces, jams and jellies. Photo: facebook.com/FindlayMarketHealthy Harvest Mobile Market
Location and times vary, so check their website for more information
Healthy Harvest Mobile Market describes itself as a “grocery store on wheels.” They sell healthy foods and offer a farmers market experience to neighborhoods that have limited access to them. They move around the city every day, so be sure to check their social media to see where they are headed next. Photo:Shaw Farms Market
1737 OH-131, Milford
Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. through September
Family-owned and operated since 1948, Shaw Farms Market has free admission and carries a large selection of fresh produce including melons, zucchini, sweet corn, plums and more. They also offer educational tours for children and tons of fall fun in October. Photo: facebook.com/shawfarmsmarketSNAP advocates want Congress to boost resources for the Farm to Food Bank Program, ensuring residents have access to local produce. Photo:Hyde Park Farmers’ Market
2700 Erie Ave., Hyde Park
Sundays 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hyde Park Farmers Market opens May 15 and runs through October. They have vendors that sell things such as fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, cheeses and herbs. In recent years they have made efforts to be more “earth friendly” by moving away from providing things, such as single use bags, made from plastic. Many of their vendors also offer a pre-ordering option, so you can have the items you want ready to go when you arrive. Photo:Fort Thomas Farmers Market
801 Cochran Ave., Fort Thomas
Wednesdays 3-7 p.m. through September
Fort Thomas Farmers Market features over 15 different vendors. Some of these vendors include Sally’s Sweet Treats, which sells all-natural and homemade pet treats; Laughing Bees Honey, which sells creamy caramels and granolas made from local honey; and In the Curious Kitchen, which has items including jams, jellies, cheese, beer and cocktail kits. Some vendors may not be there each week so follow the market on social media to see who is going to be there. Photo: facebook.com/fortthomasfarmersmarketPipkin’s Market
5035 Cooper Rd., Blue Ash
Open Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Serving the community for more than 35 years, Pipkin’s Market is a garden center and grocer offering a vast selection of annuals, perennials, pottery and seasonal produce open seven days a week. Photo: facebook.com/pipkinsmarketNewtown Farm Market
3950 Round Bottom Road, Newtown
Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-6p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-6p.m.
Newtown Farm Market features 10 departments, including an old-fashioned deli, Amish baked goods and a full-service greenhouse, where you can purchase bedding plants, perennials and even fresh-cut Christmas trees during the holidays. They also have frozen custard available in cones, shakes, malts and sundaes. Newtown boasts over 300 varieties of fresh fruit and vegetables to choose from, with homegrown tomatoes plus raspberries, blackberries and blueberries currently in season. Photo: facebook.com/NewtownFarmMarketSayler Park Farmers Market
6600 Gracely Dr., Sayler Park
Tuesdays 4-7 p.m. through October
Enjoy live music from local musicians while you shop at the Sayler Park Farmers Market. Pet items, body care, candles, arts and crafts and more are sold by the lineup of over 30 vendors. Photo: facebook.com/SaylerparkfarmersmarketMontgomery Farmers Market
9609 Montgomery Road, Montgomery
Saturdays 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. through October
The Montgomery Farmers Market runs every Saturday through October. Enjoy fresh fruit, prepared foods, crafts and beverages at this open-air market, rain or shine. They also often host food trucks, live bands and activities for kids. Photo: facebook.com/MontgomeryFMMadeira Farmers Market
8000 Miami Ave., Madeira
Thursdays 4-7 p.m. through September
Madeira Farmers Market is open on Thursdays throughout the year. Their vendors offer high-quality, locally-sourced foods and products, ranging from pure honey to soy candles. There’s live music through October, an occasional food truck and even programming for kids. Photo: facebook.com/madeirafarmersmarketBlooms & Berries Farm Market
9669 OH-48, Loveland
Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through August
Shop for naturally raised meat, artisan soaps and lotions and local syrups at Blooms & Berries Farm Market, open seven days a week. In the garden center, customers can shop from a selection of organic fertilizers, gardening accessories and colorful annuals. Fresh summer produce, including peaches, bell peppers and sweet corn are available at a bulk discount for canning and freezing. Photo: facebook.com/bloomsandberriesHamilton Ohio Historic Farmers Market
101 High St., Hamilton
Saturdays 8 a.m.-12 p.m. through October
Serving the community since 1875, the Hamilton Ohio Historic Farmers Market is open through October. Customers can find flowers, baked goods, art, prepared food and more from over 20 weekly vendors. Photo: facebook.com/hamiltonshistoricfarmersmarketBoone County Farmers Market
6028 Camp Ernst Rd., Burlington
Open 7 Days a Week 9 a.m.-6p.m. through Labor Day
Boone County Farmers Market has around 50 farm member families that sell products at their market. All of the items sold there, such as fruits and vegetables, are grown exclusively in Northern Kentucky. Photo: facebook.com/TheBooneCountyFarmersMarketBlue Ash Farmers Market
4335 Glendale Milford Rd., Blue Ash
Wednesdays 3:30-7 p.m. through Sept. 28
The Blue Ash Farmers Market operates through September 28 on every Wednesday from 3:30 to 7:00 p.m. It features over 20 vendors for 2022, including Happy Pies, Pickled Paradise and Ilans’ Raw Chocolate. Photo: facebook.com/blueashfarmersmarketIndependence Farmers Market
2001 Jackwoods Pkwy., Independence
Saturday 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. through October
This market offers many different locally-sourced items like honey, greens, organic cheese, pork chops, jams and jellies. Grass-fed beef is also available upon request. Photo: facebook.com/SKFarmersMarket/Milford Farmers Market
1025 Lila Ave., Milford
Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Wednesdays 2-5 p.m. through October
The Milford Farmers Market runs from June through October. Some of the vendors include Chuck’s Best, which sells gourmet jellies, dried peppers, and a variety of seasonal nuts; and Trae Rae Farmer Florist, which offers many different flower varieties. Photo: facebook.com/milfordfarmersmarketohioWest Chester Farmers Market
9363 Centre Pointe Dr., West Chester Township
Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through October
The West Chester Farmers Market features over 20 vendors selling items like baked goods, homemade soap, kombucha and crocheted merchandise. Visitors can also enjoy entertainment and fun activities for the family. Photo: facebook.com/WestChesterMarketFairfield Farmers Market
411 Wessel Dr., Fairfield
Wednesdays 4-7 p.m.
Almost all of the products sold at the Fairfield Farmers Market are grown or produced in Butler County. Vendors include local artisans like Antiquity Teahouse, Graybeal Wood Works and Pickled Paradise. Photo: facebook.com/thefairfieldfarmersmarketBrown’s Family Farm Market
11620 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton
Open Seven Days a Week 9 a.m.-7p.m. through August
Family-owned and operated for 31 years, Brown’s Family Farm Market is currently open seven days a week, weather permitting. With over 12,000 square feet of greenhouse space, Brown’s offers a wide selection of locally-grown bedding plants, specialty annuals and vegetable plants. Inside the market, visitors can find Amish canned goods, snacks, cheeses and candies. Photo: facebook.com/brownsfarmmarketLiberty Farm Market
5850 Princeton Road, Liberty Township
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fridays 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Liberty Farm Market features vendors selling goods ranging from grass-fed beef and wine to all-natural vitamins and supplements. While browsing, customers can enjoy comfort food from the on-site food trailer, Grassroots Kitchen, available during the weekends. Photo: facebook.com/libertyfarmmarketLoveland Farmers’ Market
205 Broadway St., Loveland
Tuesdays 3-6:30 p.m. through October
The Loveland Farmers Market runs through October. All items are grown and/or produced within 100 miles of Loveland and SNAP/EBT is accepted. The market even features weekly entertainment and activities for kids. Photo: facebook.com/LovelandFarmersMarketLettuce Eat Well Farmers Market
Roswell Avenue, Cheviot
Fridays 4-6 p.m. through October
Lettuce Eat Well Farmers Market is committed to providing only organic products from their vendors. The beef sold at their market comes from grass-fed livestock and pork is pastured and fed non-GMO soy-free feed. This also applies to eggs, chicken and turkey, which are pastured and fed no GMO or soy. Photo: lewfm.org