Why Dublin Farmers' Market?

It's a beautiful thing, a farmers' market. And with market season in full swing, we start to consider why our market stands out. What makes us special? Why shop the Dublin Farmers' Market instead of another?

You can find a farmers' market on just about every corner, in every neighborhood of Columbus. Week night, weekend, weekday lunch hour. In the alley, at your church, or even at a shopping mall. Producer only, Ohio only... The list goes on, but what does it all mean? And why should you shop at the Dublin Farmers' Market?

In its third year, the Dublin Farmers' Market will host 20 vendors from around the state. From Chillicothe to Ridgeway, and everywhere in between (including right here in Dublin), our vendors represent a diverse array of products including fruits, vegetables, meat, cheese, baked goods, honey, jam, flowers, bread and so much more. If you've been to the market, you can attest to the options one has.

But really, you're asking, "What makes the Dublin Farmers' Market better?" Well, it's simple--our vendors, and a desire for high quality, local goods! Since early in 2008, we have worked tirelessly on creating a vibrant marketplace. One that would re-energize the community and their passion for eating local. One that could bridge the gap between farmers and the food that graces your table.

Our vendors are farmers, bread bakers, and food artisans. When you're at the Dublin Farmers' Market, you're talking with the person who grew the food, or one that works on the farm. You're talking to a Dublin resident who makes jam in her kitchen. Our vendors are strictly prohibited from purchasing food from wholesale or terminal operations, meaning you'll never talk to a middle man.

We are a market that stands for quality and diversity, and among all other things, the Dublin Farmers' Market provides a productive marketplace for farmers and food artisans. We are committed to education and community building, not just within Dublin, but beyond.

We invite you to join us each and every Wednesday through September. For more information please visit our website at www.dublinfarmersmarket.com.

20 Days and Counting...

“To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art." La Rochefoucauld

It's been a few months since we opened our refrigerators to find them stocked full of beautiful heirloom vegetables, fresh Ohio fruits and cuts of meat from our favorite farmer. We have since used the last of our local honey and homemade jam. And fresh cut flowers, well, those haven't been seen for some time either.

With much excitement, we are pleased to announce that the Dublin Farmers' Market will open on Wednesday, May 4th at 4:30PM in the parking lot of the Dublin Community Church in Historic Dublin. New hours, new vendors and new events will make for an exciting third season. Our vendors for the 2011 season include:

Blue Jacket Dairy
Hirsch Fruit Farm
It's My Thyme!
Jam-Tastic Homemade Jams
JJ's Basket
Mockingbird Meadows Honey and Herb Farm
Moffitt Maple Farm
Oink Moo Cluck Farms
Rhoads Farm
SaraBee Pure Honey
Speckled Hen Farm
Spring Haven Farms
VanScoy Farms
Wayward Seed Farm
Weed Knob Acres

If your refrigerator is bare and your cupboards are empty, visit the Dublin Farmers' Market to make them full again!

Starting this season, parents with kids in tow will have the opportunity to participate in the FARMERS' MARKET PASSPORT PROGRAM, Your Passport to Health. The Farmers' Market Passport Program is designed to make the market experience fun, yet educational for children visiting the market. Each child will receive a passport at his or her first market and prizes along the way for completed activities ranging from word scrambles and scavenger hunts, to learning the food pyramid and hands-on demonstrations.

In addition to the FARMERS' MARKET PASSPORT PROGRAM, the Dublin Farmers' Market will now welcome SNAP benefits and offer "ATM" service for patrons of the market. Visit our market tent for more details.

Dublin Farmers' Market
81 West Bridge Street
Dublin, Ohio 43017

Every Wednesday, May through September
May and September, 4:30-6:30PM
June, July, and August, 3:30-6:30PM

For more information, or questions related to any of our services, please contact us via email at info@dublinfarmersmarket.com. We'll see you at the market!