Published: August 29, 2024
The colors of the leaves won’t change, and it may not exactly be sweater weather, but fall in South Florida does signal the start of a fabulous farmers market season. Check out one of the bigger farms for locally grown food, fresh herbs and U-pick areas where you can cut your own sunflowers or fill a bucket with berries. Or, try a smaller community market filled with fresh produce, baked goods and handicrafts.
Here are some of our favorites:
Yellow Green Farmers Market – This outdoor/indoor market is so vast you might want to use the online map to guide you through the variety of booths filled with food, beverages, skincare, artisanal crafts and more. The market also offers scheduled sessions of yoga, art and dance classes, and live entertainment. 3080 Sheridan St., Hollywood, http://www.ygfarmersmarket.com
Bedner’s Farm – If you’ve never strolled through a sunflower field or plucked fresh produce from the vine, take a trip to Bedner’s. With a U-Pick farm in Boynton Beach and markets in Delray Beach and West Palm Beach, Bedner’s is a go-to for fresh from the farm goods. The family-owned market is open year-round in Boynton Beach, and they have a calendar of seasonal items you can pick yourself during the fall and winter – sunflowers in October, and tomatoes, strawberries and green peppers begin in December. The month-long Fall Festival kicks off September 28 and includes a pumpkin patch, animal EDventure park, tractor ride, corn maze and more. http://www.bedners.com
Lincoln Road Farmers Market – Every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Lincoln Road transforms into a sprawling fresh market. An array of local growers and food producers sell a variety of fruits, vegetables and more. Plan to spend some time perusing all of the unique products like homemade jams and jellies, pet treats, local honey and potted herbs. Located between Washington Avenue and Meridian Avenue, Miami Beach, http://www.themarketcompany.org
Don’t Miss Out on These Additional Farmers Markets
BROWARD
Marando Farms & Ranch
Open Thursdays-Tuesdays;
closed Wednesdays
Bring the family for food and fun with a farmers market, farm-to-table café, petting zoo and a schedule of community events. 5151 SW 64 Ave., Davie, http://www.marandoranch.com
Tamarac Community Farmers Market
Sundays
Stop by for fresh produce, tea, honey, sauces, baked goods, hummus and other items. 9am-2pm, Veterans’ Memorial Park, 7825 Southgate Blvd., Tamarac, http://www.tamarac.org
MIAMI
Pinecrest Farmers Market
Sundays
Support small businesses and farmers by purchasing food, drinks, produce and other goods. A free community Vinyasa Yoga class is offered from 8:30-9:30am. 9am-2pm, 11000 Red Rd., Pinecrest, http://www.pinecrestgardens.org
Vizcaya Village Farmers Market
Sundays
Dozens of vendors offer fruits and vegetables from local farms. 9am-2pm, Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, 3251 S. Miami Ave., Miami, http://www.vizcaya.org
PALM BEACH
The Gardens GreenMarket
Sundays
Enjoy food, live music, shopping and more. 8am-1pm, City Hall Municipal Campus, 10500 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, http://www.pbgfl.com
West Palm Beach GreenMarket
Opens October 5
Mark your calendars for the kickoff of the West Palm Beach GreenMarket’s 30th season. Check the city’s website for a lengthy list of featured vendors. 9am-1pm, 100 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach, http://www.wpb.org
