For many families living in and around Baltimore City, the Baltimore Farmers Market has long been a staple of spring and summer.
As Maryland’s largest producers-only market—meaning vendors can only sell what they themselves have produced—it’s a popular stop for community members far and wide.
The Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts announced the market will open for its 48th season 7 a.m. this Sunday, beginning with Quiet Shopping Hours from through 9 a.m. This is a time where shoppers who enjoy a more sensory-friendly experience can take part in the market.
From then on, the market will come to life with music, buskers, barkers and more that make it a creative, communal space that spans culture and socioeconomic status.
Fresh-made food; artisans and farmers offering fruit, vegetables and other products; and street performers give the market a festival feel and offer lots of new sights, sounds and learning opportunities for kids.
Not every vendor will be at the market each week, so check farmersmarketbaltimore.org/vendors to find your favorites, see what’s new and plan a visit.
Know Before You Go
All-weather event: Rain or shine
Location: Underneath the Jones Falls Expressway (JFX) at Holliday and Saratoga streets
Season: April 13 – Dec. 21 (closed May 25 for Artscape), 7 a.m. – noon Sunday
Parking: Free two-hour parking at Mary Catherine Bunting Garage (330 Guilford Ave.), accessible from Pleasant Street with no validation required; courtesy of returning sponsor Mercy Personal Physicians Downtown
Benefits: Federal Nutrition Benefits accepted by many vendors and Maryland Market Money (MMM) matching cap of $10/customer/day available; visit farmersmarketbaltimore.org/using-your-benefits to learn more.
FYI: To comply with the Baltimore City Health Department, the market is a pet-free (ticketable up to $1,000) and smoke-free zone.
Weekly updates: Find the latest news and updates on farmersmarketbaltimore.org and by searching @promoandarts and @thebaltimorefarmersmarket on social media.
