Discover the best spots in the Magic City to grab fresh produce, local goods, and handmade treats. Whether you’re a weekend market regular or just looking for farm-fresh fun, this guide has you covered!
Where: 344 Finley Ave. W, Birmingham
When: Open every day from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. (depending on the season)
Be sure to try the Mexican popsicles for a summer treat… they’re delish!
Where: 2824 5th Ave. S., Birmingham
When: Every Saturday 7 a.m. to noon
Swing by the market to get your fresh produce—and maybe some flowers and a slice of bento cake or BreadCrumb’s bread.
Where: 8551 Helena Rd., Pelham
When: Open daily
Visit this fourth-generation family market to enjoy all kinds of fresh fruit and veggies from their farm. You definitely need to try the homemade ice cream that owner Mike Burnette makes himself—there are over 100 flavors!
Where: 2101 Grand Ave., Birmingham
When: Every Friday night from 4–8 p.m.
Enjoy live music while you peruse the vendors and food trucks, and bring your kiddos—they’ll love the free face painting! Go early, because sometimes the first 50 attendees get freebies.
Where: 2829 2nd Ave. S., Birmingham
When: Every Saturday 7 a.m. to noon
Whether you’re looking to buy fresh peaches or veggies, a pastry, or just want to sample Ukrainian honey cake and salsa, Pepper Place is always the place to be on a Saturday morning!
Trussville Fresh Farmers Market
Where: 101 Beech St., Trussville (Trussville Entertainment District)
When: Every Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon, rain or shine (closes after Thanksgiving)
Snag some fresh blueberries, Sweet Daddy’s sweet potato pies, fresh-off-the-grill barbecue, eggs, and even locally made dressings and sauces. If you like your veggies colorful, you’ll be pleased to know they sell purple cauliflower and rainbow carrots.
Where: 160 Oxmoor Rd., West Homewood
When: 5–8 p.m. Every Tuesday in June, July, and the first Tuesday in August
There are over 50 vendors at the market, including food trucks, bakeries, shaved ice, pizza, plant companies, and arts & crafts vendors—and of course local farms too.
