Enjoy the first official weekend of fall, and the much cooler weather, at your favorite Dallas area farmers markets as pumpkins, gourds and seasonally flavored preserves make their way onto tables and stands. Also, keep in mind that these next few weeks are your last chance to pick up a batch of summer fruits!
Collin County Farmers Market
The market has decided to end its 2014 season on September 27 in order to work on relocation plans for a future venue. “Our original goals were to incorporate more community gardens and learning gardens, but unfortunately, there isn’t room in our current location,” said Kari Gates, market director. Visit their website for updates on the market’s 2015 season.
3314 N. Central Expressway, Plano
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays
Coppell Farmers Market
The market has tomatoes, from grape to heirloom; squash, in summer and winter varieties; and cucumbers still in stock. Sweet, hot, and bell peppers continue to show up each week as well. Also, make sure to pick up any summer fruits you may find. These are becoming a rarity as the seasons shift! Looking ahead, Rehoboth Ranch has a limited number of Thanksgiving turkeys. You can preorder and pay a deposit now. In addition to a vast selection of produce, the market will also kick off “Living Well in Coppell” on October 4 with free yoga on the lawn.
768 W. Main St., Coppell
8 a.m. to noon Saturday
Fairview Farms Marketplace
In addition to the usual produce, the market will also have a selection of pumpkins and hay, perfect for practical, culinary or décor purposes! Also, Ali’s Farm Fresh Produce, which operates out of the market six days a week, will be open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. throughout October.
3314 N. Central Expressway
Tuesday–Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Frisco Farmers Market
Along with the first official weekend of fall, the market welcomes specialty beverage retailer Tea and Tisane Salon. This vendor purchases loose leaf tea from various tea plantations and provides customers with knowledge of specialty teas from various regions. Tea and Tisane Salon is able to offer a high quality option to the bagged teas found in most restaurants and grocery stores.
6048 Frisco Square Blvd.
, Frisco
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until sellout) Saturdays
White Rock Lake Farmers Market
The fourth annual White Rock Local Market Chili Showdown will be from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on October 18 at Lakeside Baptist Church (located at 9150 Garland Road) and the market is still looking for participants. Up to 20 teams will offer samples for a public tasting. Celebrity judges for the showdown will include Daniel Vaughn (BBQ Snob), author and BBQ editor at Texas Monthly; Chef Sharon Hage of Farm to Fork Consulting; and Nancy Black, editor of White Rock Lake Weekly. Want to be part of the action? You can sign up here or pick up information at the market. The entry fee is $25, and the deadline for registration is Oct. 15. Tasting tickets are $5 and can be purchased in advance at the market’s information desk or the day of the event.
702 N. Buckner Blvd., Dallas
8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday
Vickery Meadow Local Market
Going into its second week, the market will have a diverse lineup of vendors, which will include: EMA Baking, Empire Baking Company, Haute Sweets, Coyote Coffee, Pop Star Popsicles, Texas Honey Bee Guild, Choca Loca Designs and Sissy’s Soap, among others. This new farmers market will set up from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday through December 14.
5803 E. Northwest Highway, Dallas
Sundays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
