Part of the appeal of spring and summer is not only soaking up the sun, but it is getting to enjoy another important result of the sun’s strong rays—fresh, homegrown fruits and veggies. May is typically the time in Auburn and Opelika when we can get excited about our local farmers markets opening up shop. With most of them only open one day a week, we have the opportunity to look forward to a weekly event as we shop for our strawberries, squash, cucumber and cantaloupe. Check out these farmers markets in Auburn and Opelika that are opening this month!
The Market at Ag Heritage Park
- What: In its 13th year, The Market at Ag Heritage Park is a service of the Auburn University College of Agriculture in partnership with the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station. Open to the public, the weekly farmer’s market invites Auburn University students, employees and members of the surrounding community to buy fresh, local and direct from the growers.
- Where: Ag Heritage Park’s Edward L. Lowder Red Barn and Farm Implement Museum, 580-B South Donahue Drive, Auburn
- When: Every Thursday throughout the summer until Aug. 24 from 3 to 6 p.m.
- Opened: May 11
O Grows Farmers Market
- What: Located near Opelika’s community garden, the O Grows Farmers Market features a variety of fresh, local produce and even goods like homemade bread, ice cream or local honey. Depending on the year’s crop, the market may continue into September—or until the supply of produce has been consumed.
- Where: 1103 Glenn St., Opelika
- When: Every Tuesday throughout the summer until Aug. 29 from 3 to 6 p.m.
- Opened: May 16
Acre Farmers Market
- What: Get a taste for what’s local and browse Acre’s beautiful outdoor spaces while enjoying drink and appetizer tastings and the opportunity to purchase both traditional and unique grown goods like jams and jellies, grits, squash, peppers, peaches and more.
- Where: 210 East Glenn Avenue, Auburn
- When: Every Wednesday throughout the summer from 4 to 6 p.m.
- Open: TBA
Parkway Farmers Market
- What: This family-owned farmers market offers a full line of fresh fruits and vegetables year round and seasonal items like flowers, pumpkins and Christmas trees depending on the time of year. With fresh and frozen local produce, Parkway Farmers Market also sells seasonal plants, jams, jellies and grocery items and even old-fashioned candy and canned goods.
- Where: 3289 Pepperell Parkway, Opelika (relocating soon to the 2300 block of First Avenue, Opelika)
- When: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Open: Year-round
Support local farmers and artisans by visiting one of these farmers markets in Auburn and Opelika this summer!
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