While the Nashville Farmers Market is open every day of the week, many neighborhoods have thriving weekly markets with live music, kid-friendly activities, food trucks, and lots of local vendors. Shopping at farmers markets is a great way to spend the day while supporting local businesses. Here’s a guide to our faves.
12 South Farmers Market
- When: Tuesdays from 4-7 p.m.
- Where: Sevier Park
- Details: There’s always something going on here, from puppy playdates to story times for kids and live music. I’m looking forward to going to the Honey Bee Festival on Aug. 18!
Old Hickory Village Farmers Market
- When: First Tuesday of the month from 4-7 p.m.
- Where: 1105 Hadley Ave.
- Details: This is across the street from the Old Hickory library branch and community garden. There’s frequently live music, and sometimes goats to pet!
East Nashville Farmers Market
- When: Tuesdays from 3:30-6:30 p.m.
- Where: 5th & Woodland Streets
- Details: This one is on asphalt, so I recommend leaving dog friends at home in the summer, so their paws don’t get burned in the heat.
Wedgewood-Houston Farmers Market
- When: Wednesdays from 4-7 p.m.
- Where: The Outfield on Chestnut Street
- Details: This market right by the big guitar in Wedgewood-Houston has lots of vendors and food trucks, and frequent live performances.
Bellevue Farmers Market
- When: Thursdays from 4-7 p.m.
- Where: Red Caboose Park
- Details: If parking is full, park at the church lot across the street. Kids will love playing at the playground while you shop.
Hip Donelson Farmers Market
- When: Fridays from 4-7 p.m.
- Where: Donelson Station
- Details: With lots of vendors, food trucks, music, and green space, this is a popular local market. Here are some other Donelson favorites to check out before the market starts.
Richland Park Farmers Market
- When: Saturdays from 9 a.m.-Noon
- Where: Richland Park
- Details: This is a busy farmers market with ample parking, and often features live music or other events. A playground and library branch are right there, too, along with several cool thrift stores.
Growing Together Farmers Market
- When: Saturdays from 9 a.m.-Noon
- Where: Behind Christ Lutheran Church
- Details: This new Southeast Nashville market helps support our immigrant and multinational farmers. It’s a great place to find fresh produce for international dishes.
Amqui Station Farmers Market
- When: Sundays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Where: Amqui Station in Madison
- Details: This market always has lots of vendors and food trucks, and there’s often live music.
Gay Farmers Market
- When: Two Sundays a month from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Where: 225 South 11th Street
- Details: This new East Nashville market features drag performances alongside plenty of produce!
