Watauga County Farmers Market

03/05/2025

📣We’re thrilled to announce that our Opening Day is April 5th, and we are finally returning to our home on Horn in the West Drive for our 52nd season! 🤩

After finishing the 2024 season in a temporary location following the hurricane, with only those vendors who could make it, we can’t wait to welcome everyone back to the Boone Town Square we all know and love!

💐Join us this Spring as we kick off another year of fresh, local food, community, and resilience. See you there! 👋

Starting April 5th, visit us every Saturday from 8 AM until noon at 591 Horn in the West Drive in Boone!

01/19/2025

☃️🌹Even in the heart of winter, it’s never the wrong time to plan for a little beauty in your life! While the farmers’ market is in its off-season, let Devin’s gorgeous, hand-cut flowers serve as inspiration to treat yourself or someone special once spring returns.💐

🌻Local flowers bring color, life, and joy to any space, and supporting growers like Devin makes a big impact in our community. Let’s all look forward to brighter days ahead - and blooms that remind us of the beauty waiting just around the corner.😍

Stay warm, and we’ll see you in season!👋

11/09/2024

🎶 We’re soaking up this glorious fall morning with live music by Pickin’ Thistles! Stop by and enjoy the tunes while exploring all the amazing offerings at the market. We’re here until noon at our new temporary location: the Levine Lot, 1179 State Farm Rd. See you soon! 🍂

07/18/2024

🧄Garlic season is now in full swing, and our market is brimming with the finest, freshest garlic you can find! Not only does garlic add incredible flavor to your dishes, but it also comes with a host of health benefits. Rich in vitamins C and B6, manganese, and antioxidants, garlic is known for boosting the immune system, reducing blood pressure, and improving heart health.❤️

Here are a few cooking suggestions to make the most of your garlic haul:
🥔Roasted Garlic: Cut the top off a garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast until soft. Spread the creamy goodness on bread or mix into mashed potatoes.
🥗Garlic-Infused Olive Oil: Gently heat olive oil with several cloves of garlic until fragrant. Use this flavorful oil for sautéing vegetables, drizzling over pasta, or dipping bread.
🧈Garlic Butter: Mix minced garlic with softened butter and a pinch of salt. Perfect for spreading on warm bread, melting over grilled meats, or stirring into steamed vegetables.

👩‍🍳Swing by the market to pick up some delicious, locally grown garlic and take your culinary creations to the next level. Let’s root for each other by supporting our local farmers and enjoying the freshest produce around. See you at the market!👋

06/22/2024

Beautiful morning for a farmers’ market! We hope you’ll join in the fun in the sun!🌞

At the Market 6/22:

🪕Liz Lanahm & Friends in the Music Tent!

🎨Watauga Arts Council hosting the Youth Makers’ Market in the Kid’s Corner!

🧺60 local food, farm, and artisan craft vendors offering a wide selection of locally-grown and handmade products

Food trucks & prepared food vendors serving breakfast and lunch and many vendors offering ready-to-eat goodies

💚F.A.R.M. Cafe will be collecting donations at the Donation Station

💰Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and W.I.C./ Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program vouchers are accepted by food vendors and can be doubled at the Market Info booth

03/03/2024

We are seeking additional Food Trucks to vend at our busy Saturday morning market in Boone, NC. Please help us to spread the word about this opportunity, and contact [email protected] if interested. 🙂 Tag your favorite food trucks below!

11/16/2023

🍂 Gearing Up for Thanksgiving at the Farmers’ Market! 🍁

With Thanksgiving just one week away, the Market is your one-stop destination to make your holiday truly special! 🦃✨ From farm-fresh ingredients for that perfect Thanksgiving feast to delightful seasonal decor and thoughtful hostess gifts, we’ve got you covered!

🥔Farm-to-Table Goodness: Explore the market for the freshest produce and most delectable desserts, ensuring your Thanksgiving table is adorned with the finest seasonal ingredients. Sink your teeth into succulent local turkeys and other meats, raised with care by our community’s farmers. From fresh greens and winter squash to every kind of potato and apple, we’ve got all you need to create a feast to remember.

🍁Seasonal Splendor: Elevate your holiday ambiance with our enchanting seasonal decor. Whether it’s rustic centerpieces, autumnal wreaths, or charming handmade decorations, discover the perfect touches to transform your home into a warm and inviting haven for Thanksgiving celebrations.

🎁 Hostess Gifts Galore: Show your gratitude to your Thanksgiving host with thoughtful and unique gifts available at the market. From artisanal treats and handcrafted goods to seasonal arrangements and unique cards, find the ideal token of appreciation that says, “Thank you for hosting this memorable gathering.”

Prepare for a Thanksgiving filled with love, warmth, and the finest offerings from our local farmers and makers. Join us in embracing the spirit of gratitude as we come together to celebrate the season!

10/29/2023

🏆👏 We have our winners! Faith Mountain Farm takes the crown with Lilian’s remarkable dragon costume (which somehow outdid last year’s) 🐉, and Fishel Organics () amazes us all with their gnome sitting on a mushroom costume! 🍄

Huge thanks to everyone who voted and contributed and to all of our vendors that participated in the day’s events. Thank you all for showing your support for food access at the market!🙏🛒🍏

Congratulations to Faith Mountain Farm and Fishel Organics, and thanks to our fantastic community for making this contest a success! 🥇🥈

10/18/2023

10/01/2023

🎉Congratulations to all of our 🍎AppleFEST 🍏Pie Contest 🥧Competitors and hats off to our incredible panel of judges! 👩‍🍳🧑‍🍳👩‍🍳

🥧Chef Robert Back of Caldwell Culinary Institute, Gail Greco Foodwriter & Foodie Extraordinaire and our very own Genevieve Sanders of The Hive Bakery judged each pie based on the criteria of Appearance, Crust, Filling, Flavor, Creativity, and Overall Impression. 😍

We are thrilled to announce our winners!

🥇Best Pie: Nadine Wynarozyk 🥈2nd Best Pie: Grace Neely
🏅Most Creative: Lindsey Shapiro
🎖️Best Flavor: Patti Allison

🌻Huge thanks to everyone who participated in the Pie Contest and to all who contributed to making our AppleFEST celebration a huge success! 🍏

09/14/2023

Every week, we witness incredible bonds forming between you and our dedicated makers and growers. 👩‍🌾👨‍🍳 The way you listen intently to their stories, ask about their sustainable practices, and savor their creations is what makes our market truly special. 🌱🌟

🌿Your curiosity and support mean the world to to vendors like Amantha of The Jasper Lotus () pictured here. 💎

09/12/2023

🍆 Get Your Eggplant Fix! 🌱 Swing by Watauga County Farmers’ Market this weekend for the finest eggplants in town. Fresh, delicious, and locally grown. Come taste the difference!

Did you know that eggplants are not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious? They’re rich in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins, making them a fantastic addition to your diet. 🥗

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or just curious, there’s something for everyone at our market. See you Saturday! 🛒🍆

Beautiful eggplants from Owens Farm pictured.