Lexington Farmers' Market - National

For Lexington residents looking to eat locally and support Kentucky agriculture, Lexington Farmers' Market - National is a reliable source of fresh, in-season food from farms in the surrounding region.

Operating Check for hours (Seasonal), this market follows a regular schedule that shoppers can plan around.

Lexington Farmers' Market - National's vendors collectively offer Vegetables, Fruits, Eggs, Honey, and Crafts, with the full range of products reflecting what National producers are harvesting each week.

Farmers markets like Lexington Farmers' Market - National represent a fundamentally different way of accessing food compared to a supermarket. When you shop at Lexington Farmers' Market - National, the person selling you tomatoes is often the same person who planted them — a level of transparency and traceability that industrial food systems cannot replicate. That direct relationship is what draws many Lexington residents to the market week after week.

The selection at Lexington Farmers' Market - National changes as the growing season progresses. Early in the season, expect cool-weather crops like salad greens, radishes, and herbs. Peak summer brings the widest variety — tomatoes, peppers, corn, stone fruits, and squash. By fall, the market shifts toward storage vegetables, apples, pears, preserves, and baked goods that make use of seasonal harvests. This seasonal rhythm is something you feel at a farmers market in a way you never do in a grocery store.

Lexington Farmers' Market - National is committed to serving all members of the Lexington community. SNAP/EBT benefits are accepted, meaning nutrition assistance recipients can use their benefits to buy fresh, locally grown produce and other eligible items directly from vendors. These programs reflect a broader commitment to food access that many farmers market organizers across Kentucky have prioritized in recent years.

Lexington Farmers' Market - National plays an important role in the Lexington community by providing residents with a reliable source of fresh, locally produced food and a space for community connection.

SNAP/EBT is welcome at Lexington Farmers' Market - National, so shoppers can use their nutrition benefits to purchase locally grown fruits, vegetables, and other eligible items.