The Best Farmers’ Markets in Tennessee for the 2021 season!

Farmers’ market season is here! Head out with your children to pick out fruits and vegetables that are locally grown and products that are locally sourced. Kids often become adventurous eaters when they are part of the picking, planning, and preparing, too. Not only will you be able to pick out fresh, locally-grown goods, but you’re also given the opportunity to support the farms in your community.  Many farmers markets have live music, food for purchase, and additional vendors with even more to explore. 

Farmers’ markets are trying their best to bring back the community aspect and neighborhood camaraderie. From fruits and veggies to homemade preserves and treats, these markets are packed with so many fresh finds that you’re sure to fall in love with one of many farmers markets here in Tennessee. 

Here are our top picks for where to find the freshest produce and other local goods in Tennessee.

Nashville Farmers’ Market

The Nashville Farmers’ Market is the place to go if you’re searching for perfect produce. Located right next to Bicentennial Park in the heart of the city, this market is a great place to stop by to get farm-to-table products downtown.  The year-round open-air farm sheds feature the fine products of area farmers, ranchers, dairies, cheesemakers and plant growers, and you can find everything from artisanal bread and cheeses to flowers and fruits. You can even shop flea market items and homemade wares or stop by the Garden Center for seeds and garden supplies. If you’re still not quite ready to get out and about, the Nashville Farmers’ Market has you covered with curbside grocery pickup. 

WHEN TO GO:

Hours: Daily 8:00AM to 8:00PM  (Merchant hours & Market House hours vary)  

Open: Year-round (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day)

WHERE TO GO:

900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville, TN 37208

12 South Farmers’ Market

A weekly community market, with live music and food trucks, every  Tuesday afternoon, 4:00PM to 7:00PM  from May through October. Named among the Nashville Scene’s Best of Nashville for the past six consecutive years, their focus is on celebrating the rich food & creative culture of Tennessee. Each week they aim to bring the best locally grown produce, meats, dairy, baked goods and so much more, to you, all in a fun, family friendly, environment! 

WHEN TO GO:

Hours: every Tuesday at 4:00PM to 7:00PM

Open: starting May 04, 2021 through October 26, 2021

WHERE TO GO:

Sevier Park, 3000 Granny White Pk., Nashville, TN 37212

Hip Donelson Farmers Market

The area coined “Hip Donelson” — just across the Stones River Greenway from East Nashville — has experienced tremendous growth recently, and nothing celebrates this thriving community quite like the weekly farmers’ market. On Fridays, from May through October, the Hip Donelson Farmers Market kicks off the weekend with produce and artisan products from vendors within 150 miles of Donelson. Guests also can enjoy food trucks and booths from local restaurants while listening to great live music.

WHEN TO GO:

Hours: every Friday at 4:00PM to 7:00PM

Open: starting May 07, 2021 through October 29, 2021

WHERE TO GO:

Two Rivers Mansion, 3130 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN 37214

Richland Park Farmers’ Market

Find hot breakfast and brunch options, morning coffee & espresso, handcrafted hot chai, plus some of the freshest locally grown fruits and vegetables, local meats, and fresh local dairy that you can find in the Nashville area.

WHEN TO GO:

Hours: April through December  (9:00AM to noon); 

 January through April  (10:00AM to noon)

Open: Saturday Year-round 

WHERE TO GO:

4701 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, TN  37209

East Nashville Farmers’ Market

Located on the corner of 5th and Woodland, the East Nashville Farmers’ Market is a bustling scene with more than 40 vendors, including farmers, bakers, meat producers and artisans.  After Thanksgiving, you can experience the Holiday Hygge Market, where they celebrate all things cozy and handmade to gear you up for Christmas. But in the meantime, check out the incredible assortment of goodies, from fresh trout to Lillian St. Bread‘s famous loaves. There’s even a new vendor this year who makes vegan pierogies! So, bring your family, your own bags or basket, and your appetite.

WHEN TO GO:

Hours: every Tuesday at 3:30PM to 6:30PM

Open: starting April 06, 2021 through December 21, 2021

WHERE TO GO:

511 Woodland St., Nashville, TN 37206

Franklin Farmers’ Market

This market, held at the Factory in Franklin is one of the larger markets in the area. From produce, fruit and dairy to baked goods and meats, you’ll find delicious fresh food at the Franklin Farmers Market. And because it’s all from local farms, the variety of goods increases and changes each week through the seasons. You can taste the difference, because it all comes straight from the farm to the market, ripe and ready to enjoy. It’s Tennessee farm fresh food from real farmers, every Saturday morning at the Franklin Farmers Market. Plus, there are a select number of local crafts persons at the market too, with unique and beautiful goods for you to enjoy.

WHEN TO GO:

Hours: May through October  (8:00AM to noon); 

 November through April  (9:00AM to noon)

Open: Saturday Year-round 

WHERE TO GO:

230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN 37064

Franklin Five Points Farmers’ Market

Explore some incredible vendors at Five Points Franklin Market as they provide local produce, handmade products and artisan goods each Tuesday from 4:00PM to 7:00PM. The vendors who will be on hand include Ellie’s Doughnuts, Bonnie Blue Farm, High Brown, Pig and Leaf, Hughmus Organic, Tasty Good Eats, Fireflour Bakery, Edison McCarthy, RC Farms, and Kelly’s Berry Farm.

WHEN TO GO:

Hours: every Tuesday at 4:00PM to 7:00PM

Open: starting May 11, 2021 through September 2021

WHERE TO GO:

100 5th Avenue North, Franklin, TN 37064