12 Top Farmers Markets in Raleigh & The Triangle You Must Check Out!

If you’re looking to source some of the freshest produce in the Triangle, you should head to one of the top farmers’ markets in Raleigh. Not only is it a chance to meet with local farmers and purchase some of the freshest produce in the county, but it’s a chance to give back to the community, feel the joy and vibrancy of Raleigh, and connect with the local arts scene.

We are blessed to have many great farmers markets in Raleigh, from the small community driven weekend markets to the large state-wide markets that take place daily. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the delightful atmosphere, learn about where your food comes from, or simply want to pick up some fresh local produces, then below are our favorite Raleigh farmers markets. Afterall, you can’t get this kind of quality service or seasonal produce in most grocery stores!

1. Raleigh State Farmers Market

• Address: 1201 Agriculture St.
• Website: https://www.ncagr.gov
• Dates & Times: 5.00am – 7.00pm Monday – Saturday, 8.00am – 5.00pm Sundays

If you’re looking for a farmer’s market that’s open seven days a week, year round, then you cannot miss North Carolina’s favorite State Farmers Market, which is the first farmers market in Raleigh, opening its doors in 1955. This huge market covers a space of 75 acres, including both an indoor and outdoor vendor area. If you’re looking for something in particular, the market is laid out in sections so you can find what you need easily.

There’s a Farmers Building, Garden Center, Market Shoppes, Trucker’s Building, and Wholesale Terminal, as well as some restaurants. Inside the Farmers Building, you’ll find specialty products from local farmers, including fresh produce and plants from March until the end of growing season. The rooms are climate controlled so produce stays fresh.

You can also find fresh produce from further afield inside the Market Shoppes, which has meats, cheeses, and bakery items from all over the county and state. There are also some specialty shops selling crafts, custom picture framing, gifts, soaps, lotions, and local North Carolina wines in the Market Shoppes Building.

The Garden Center is exactly what it says on the tin. It’s where you can find fresh plants and flowers, all grown in the local Triangle area. You can also find outdoor furniture and get potting services – perfect for those who want to spruce up their gardens! The Trucker’s Building and Wholesale Terminal are for those volume buyers who want to purchase large quantities of fruit and veg.

Our favorite vendors

• Rainbow Meadow Farms – we love to get our pasture raised meats here. They are there Saturday and Sunday between 9.00am and 3.00pm.
• Wards Produce – for seasonal fruit and veg, jams and honey, this family-operated wholesale produce distributor brings the best of NC’s produce to the market.
• 321 Coffee – we’re fans of this female-run local business who employ 50+ employees with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Their Farmer’s Market location is their flagship location, and they’ve now opened up more stores across Raleigh!

Don’t miss the three on-site restaurants, Market Grill by Carolina Crispy Fry, N.C. Seafood Restaurant, and the State Farmers Market Restaurant, which is one of our favorite places for breakfast in Raleigh (it gets very busy on weekends).

2. Midtown Farmers Market (North Hills)

• Address: The Commons, 4160 Main at North Hills Street
• Website: MidtownFarmers.com
• Dates & Times: 8.00am – noon on Saturdays from April 12th – November 1st 2025

The Midtown Farmers’ Market in North Hills, Raleigh is another vibrant and buzzing market that offers a wide variety of fresh, locally farmed foods within a 100-mile radius of Raleigh. It started in 2003 and has slowly become a beloved community gathering spot in the heart of Midtown Raleigh. With a mission to support local farmers and artisans, as well as support environmentally conscious efforts, the seasonal Midtown Farmers’ Market is a producers-only market that showcases the best of what Raleigh and surrounding region has to offer.

Here you can expect to find an impressive selection of 35+ vendors offering everything from fresh organic produce and meats to homemade bread and artisanal crafts. The Midtown Farmers’ Market is not only committed to creating a sustainable and resilient local food system, but also striving to foster a strong sense of community. It has a vibrant, lively atmosphere and a lot of friendly smiles. 

If you’re a supporter of local businesses and prefer to shop sustainably, then head over to The Midtown Farmer’s Market on a Saturday morning. And then there’s plenty of other things to do in North Hills.

Our favorite vendors

• Black Dog Blooms – for all your flower dreams come true, Black Dog Blooms is an Award Winning farmer to florist company who create bespoke, beautiful flower arrangements
• Crown Jules Clothing – a maker of bespoke dresses for children. Every dress you buy she sends a dress to a local Orphanage & Operation Christmas Child!
• Dee’s Kitchen – for scratch made, vegan sweet treats!

3. Moore Square Market

• Address: Moore Square, 200 S. Blount Street
• Website: downtownraleigh.org 
• Dates & Times: 4:00pm – 7:00pm on Wednesdays, 11.00am – 3.00pm Sundays, May 14th – October 22nd

Moore Square has two markets – a midweek market and a weekend market. We prefer the weekend Moore Square Market because it’s more lively, but both midweek and weekend markets offer the same offerings. It is one of the newest farmer’s markets in Raleigh since it only started in 2019.

This is another market that showcases the best of local produce and artisan goods. Managed by Downtown Raleigh Alliance and the City of Raleigh, the market is ideal for families and those with accessible needs, since it’s located in a park with accessible amenities such as drinking fountains and restrooms. Read our guide to the Moore Square District.

The market features a diverse range of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, meat, dairy, eggs, baked goods, and artisanal goods, as well as a delightful array of locally-made products, including homemade bread and crafts. The market provides an opportunity to support local businesses (all vendors must be within a 90-mile radius of Raleigh) as well as enjoy the bustling community spirit that you find here in Raleigh.

You will also find live entertainment and children’s activities, as well as guest speakers and other special programmes. Grab a coffee at nearby 42 & Laurence, one of our favorite coffee shops in Raleigh.

4. Apex Farmers Market

• Address: Depot Plaza, 220 N. Salem St., Apex, Wake County
• Website: apexfarmersmarket.com 
• Dates & Times: every Saturday from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm from April – October, 9:00 am -12:00 pm from November – March

The Apex Farmers Market is a not-for-profit market that has been offering a wide variety of locally sourced products since it opened in 2013. While not located directly in Raleigh, it’s only a short drive to The Beaver Creek Crossings venue in Apex. 

Like most of the farmers markets in Raleigh, this market also hosts vendors who provide fresh produce, such as farm eggs, locally grown fruit and vegetables, locally raised meats, homemade cheese, baked goods, and crafts. What’s more is that its vendors rotate weekly, so every time you go you can discover something new!

Its purpose is to promote sustainable, locally sourced products and support local businesses in the Apex community, as well as be an educational resource for the local community who want to adopt healthier and happier eating habits. Note: All vendors at Apex Farmers Market are found within 150-miles of the market.

5. Black Farmers Market

• Address: Southeast Raleigh YMCA, 1436 Rock Quarry Rd
• Website: blackfarmersmkt.com 
• Dates & Times: 1.00pm – 4.00pm Sundays, every 2nd and 4th Sunday 

The Black Farmers Market is a community-centered marketplace that aims to support and uplift Black farmers in the Raleigh and Durham area. This inclusive and fun market provides a platform for these farmers to showcase their products and connect with the local community. The market only takes place bi-monthly, rotating between Durham and Raleigh, but the atmosphere is addictive!

You can expect to find the usual farmers market environment with a diverse range of vendors selling fresh produce and meats to handmade crafts and artisanal goods. What sets this market apart is how it goes above and beyond to create a community that directly supports Black farmers and entrepreneurs by providing a space for these individuals to thrive, and the market contributes to building a sustainable and inclusive local food system.

6. Cary Downtown Farmers Market

• Address: 160 E. Park St
• Website: caryfarmersmarket.com 
• Dates & Times: Saturdays from 8.00am – noon

The Cary Downtown Farmers Market is another one of the oldest farmers markets in the area, which first started operating in 1996 by three small, family-owned and run farms. Its aim was simple – to provide the local community with a place to find the highest quality agricultural and craft products. The market showcases vendors who have traveled within a 100-mile radius of downtown Cary, ensuring that the items sold are grown or crafted locally. 

While the market has expanded past the three farms that started the market, you can still find fresh produce, meats and plants, as well as baked goods and unique artisanal creations.

The Cary Farmer’s market recently moved to the edge of the fantastic Downtown Cary Park. So use that as an opportunity to grab a coffee and pastry from the market and breakfast picnic in the park. I attend the free Saturday morning yoga class in the park before exploring the farmer’s market. I love it! It also runs the Farmers Fall Festival, which takes place on September 23rd from 9.00am – 3.00pm, at Academy Street, Downtown Cary.

Our favorite vendors

• Blye’s Bees – organic hive to honey produce, bought to you from an NC Master Beekeeper and the former president of the Wake County Beekeeper’s Association, who has been producing honey for over 10 years
• Dojo Fresh – a producer of plant-based protein mixes, which can be used as seasonings or sauces.
• Lo and Behold Naturals – a natural skincare company that creates organic skin care products for all skin types
• Sapphire & Leo – two sisters who make unique, handmade jewelry inspired by the natural beauty of gemstones.
• Sheila’s Aussie Bakery – although we’re gluten-free and don’t eat a lot of Sheila’s products, we gotta shout out to our fellow Aussie who is bringing Australian foods to NC with savory  meat pies, sausage rolls, and Australian sweet treats!

7. Wake Forest Farmers Market

• Address: Wake Forest Farmers Market, 235 S Taylor St, Wake Forest
• Website: wakeforestmarket.org 
• Dates & Times: Every Saturday from 8.00am – noon (April – September), 9.00am – noon (October – March)

The Wake Forest Farmers Market offers a vibrant and diverse selection of fresh-off-the-farm produce, pasture-raised meat, local honey and plants, and much more. The market not only provides an opportunity to support local farmers, artisans, and small businesses but it also aims to offer the freshest and highest quality products at an affordable price.

The market also aims to promote sustainable agriculture, support local food systems, and provide the community with access to fresh, healthy, and nutritious food options. It was founded over 20 years ago by a local farmer and a baker and has now grown to one of the most popular farmers markets in the Raleigh area. Note: All vendors at the Wake Forest Farmers Market operate within 75-miles of the market.

Our favorite vendors

• Gilded Moon – your one-stop shop for handmade jewelry using hypoallergenic metals, crystals, plants, and charms.
• Izo Threads – sells ethically made tote bags with positive messages on them. Good vibes only!
• Michelle’s Creatives – creates handmade soaps, lip balms, bath and shower bombs, and bath salts
• Yummies – makes award-winning homemade jam

8. Holly Springs Farmers Market

• Address: 300 West Ballentine St. (outside the Cultural Center)
• Website: hollyspringsnc.us/319/Farmers-Market 
• Dates & Times: Saturdays 8.00am – noon (May – October 21), 9.00am – Noon (November – April)

The Holly Springs Farmers Market is a community driven marketplace that offers an array of locally sourced products. Visitors can expect a diverse range of vendors offering a variety of products, from fresh seasonal produce and free-range eggs to pasture-raised meats, local honey, N.C. seafood, breads, and other baked goods. The market provides an opportunity to support local farmers and artisans while enjoying high-quality, wholesome products. 

Our favorite vendors

• Bombshell Beer Company – creates craft beer that USA Today named one of the 10 Best Women-Led Breweries or Distilleries in the World and are local to Holly Springs
• Cary Caramel Company – homemade caramel products that are mostly gluten-free
• Plant Therapy – the place to get plants and terraniums, grown from nearby Fuquay-Varina

9. Western Wake Farmers Market

• Address: 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560
• Website: westernwakefarmersmarket.org 
• Dates & Times: Saturdays 8.00am – noon (April – November)

The Western Wake Farmers Market has been providing fresh produce to the local community since 2009. Founded by Wake County moms with a passion for locally grown food, this market aims to connect the residents of western Wake County with fresh, healthy produce. 

Visitors to the market can expect a wide variety of vendors offering an array of products, from farm-fresh fruits and vegetables to pasture-raised meats, artisanal bread, handmade crafts, and more. Be sure to get there from 9:30am – 11:30am to see live music and entertainment! They also host book drives, blood drives, pet adoption booths and other charitable events at the market.

Our favorite vendors

• West Orange Farms – the place to pick up organic honey
• Culture Soap – sells handmade, organic soaps

10. The Market @ Rebus Works

• Address: 301-2 Kinsey St, Raleigh
• Website: rebusworks.us/market 
• Dates & Times: 8.00am – 3pm, Tuesday and Wednesday, 8.00am – 7.00pm Thursday – Saturday

If you’re looking for a midweek farmers market in Raleigh, consider checking out The Market @ Rebus Works in the historic Boylan Heights neighborhood. It started out as a Saturday Farmers Market in 2015, and has now evolved into a daily market, known for selling dairy, meats, produce, and other local goods.

Visitors to this market can find the usual forms of fresh produce, as well as other locally made products such as chili sauces, coffee and even kombucha!

11. Downtown Rolesville Farmers Market

• Address: 108 S Main Street Rolesville, Rolesville
• Website: downtownrolesvillefarmersmarket.com 
• Dates & Times: Saturdays from 9.00am – 1.00pm from March – October

The downtown Rolesville Farmers Market is a seasonal market that operates from Spring to Fall. It’s a small market with over 25 vendors, all from the Roseville area. It rotates its vendors weekly, so there’s always something new every time you vist. As well as produce, you can find artisans and crafters selling everything from bird houses to dog food. What’s more is that this farmers market is pet friendly, so feel free to bring your pooch along!

They also have live entertainment, from live bands to author workshops and signings. They also have local charities running food drives and other local community efforts, so come down and see how you can help support your local community!

12. Carrboro Farmers Market

• Address: 301 W Main St, Carrboro, NC 27510
• Website: carrborofarmersmarket.com
• Dates & Times: Saturdays, 7am–12pm (main season), year-round, Wednesdays, 3–6pm (spring–fall)

We know this is a 40-minute drive from Raleigh, but we can’t recommend this Triangle farmers market enough. We think it is so worth the drive on a Saturday morning. We only recently discovered it on our weekend getaway in Chapel Hill and fell in love. It so reminded us of the farmers markets in Australia. It might just be the most vibrant, community-rooted market in North Carolina.

Held every Saturday morning (year-round) in the heart of town, this producers-only market has been around since 1979 and features over 70 vendors, all from within a 50-mile radius. You’ll find organic fruits and veggies, pasture-raised meats, fresh-cut flowers bursting with color, handmade woven baskets, potted herbs, sourdough bagels, and even locally crafted hard cider. And they have delicious gluten free donuts! (and traditional)

It’s not just about what you can buy—it’s the conversations. The farmers are approachable and full of stories, and many have been part of this market family for decades. It’s a place to linger, connect, and—if you’re lucky—catch live music under the gazebo like we did.

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Final Thoughts

Whether you’ve visited a farmers’ market before or it’s your first time, there are many great choices available to those of us living in Raleigh or even if you visit Raleigh for the weekend.

Shopping at farmers markets is one of our favorite things to do in Raleigh, not only does it promote sustainable agriculture and encourage healthier eating habits, but they also have a lively atmosphere with a real community feel, one of our favorite ways to spend a few hours!

Which of these farmers markets in the Raleigh area are you most excited to go to? Share in the comments below!