The quintessential southern summer would not be complete without a visit to a local farmers’ market! Shelby County’s loamy soil (sorry to nerd you out with soil facts) makes this region the perfect place for farmers to grow all kinds of produce. Get ready to perfect your heirloom tomato sandwich and craft a quality picnic to enjoy on your summer getaway with a visit to these markets!
Columbiana Main Street Music and Market
Where: Main Street, Columbiana, AL 35051
When: Friday Nights in June-August • Market at 6, Live Music at 7
Find them here > https://www.facebook.com/cityofcolumbiana
Helena Market Days
Where: 4151 Helena Rd, Helena, AL 35080
When: Saturdays in May through August from 8am – 12pm
Find them here > https://www.facebook.com/The.Helena.Market.Days/
Montevallo Farmers’ Market
Where: 660 Main St, Montevallo, AL, United States, Alabama
When: Mondays from 3-6pm • June 2-August 18
Find them here > https://www.facebook.com/montevallofarmersmarket
Mt Laurel Farmers’ Market
Where: Manning Place, Birmingham, AL 35242
When: Saturdays from 8am – 12pm • June – October
Find them here > https://www.facebook.com/groups/462890235576/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_permalinks=10171324255015577
Valleydale Farmers Market
Where: 4601 Valleydale Road, Birmingham, AL 35242
When: Summer Saturdays and Fall Popups from 8am-12pm
Find them here > https://www.facebook.com/ValleydaleFarmersMarket/
Honorable mention:
The Market at Pepper Place, which is a regional favorite just down the road from us in Birmingham! Here, you can purchase produce from Shelby County’s own Lovelight Farms and many other innovative farmers and makers in the state of Alabama!
Some Helpful Tips:
- Check the market pages linked above before visiting to make sure there are no rain delays or extenuating circumstances preventing the market from being open.
- Be sure to bring cash along in case any traditional farm stands rely on cash payments.
- Don’t forget your reusable bag to carry all of the fresh produce you purchase!