The Durham area has a thriving network of local farmers' markets, where a stunning array of locally-grown produce is available, and is often sold by the farmer who grew it. In fact, The Triangle's farmers' markets are so outstanding that they compare favorably to the most celebrated
Here's a list of Durham area farmers' markets that feature 100% locally-grown produce, and allow vendors to sell only goods that they have produced themselves. Most of these markets operate only during the peak of North Carolina's growing season, which run approximately from April through November.
1. Hillsborough Farmers' Market
Two locations: Sun Trust Parking Lot 128 N. Churton St. , Hillsborough (Saturday Markets)Sheriff's Parking Lot, 144 E. Margaret Lane , Hillsborough (Wednesday Markets) Market Hours:
Saturday (April-Nov) 8:00 a.m.-12:00 noon.
(Dec.-Mar) 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month, 10:00a.m.-12:00 noon.
Wednesday (June-Labor Day) 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
For more information, email webmaster@hillsboroughfarmersmarket.org
2. Orange County Farmers' Market
144 E. Margaret Lane , HillsbouroughThis market features produce, meat, cheeses and crafts grown or produced within 50 miles of Hillsbourough, NC.
Market Hours (March-Nov.):
Saturday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 noon.
For more information, call (919) 357-6076.