Are you ready to take advantage of the spring weather and all the delicious local food that comes along with this season? Uptown Charlotte offers great ways to do this, especially through two of its markets – the Uptown Farmers Market & 7th Street Public Market. Here are some updates from these two markets you won’t want to miss:
Uptown Farmers Market Is Opening for the Spring Season on April 17th!
When: Saturdays 8am – 12:30pm
Rain or Shine (Season will run from April – December)
Where: 300 S. Davidson Street, between MLK and 3rd Street
Free Parking!
Maybe you’re already a regular Saturday customer, but if you haven’t had a chance to visit, you’re in for a real treat. This is a producers-only market with an abundance of local, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, fish, and a wide array of other delicious foods including goat cheese, kombucha, honey, elderberry syrup, breads, salsa,spices, hot sauces, lots of baked treats, nuts, and much more. There are many gluten free and dairy free options. Ride your bike or enjoy a nice walk to the market. The market is also pet-friendly! Grab a cup of coffee when you arrive and enjoy visiting with your local farmer and other amazing local food artisans as you fill your shopping bags with the freshest food right in center city Charlotte!
SNAP Approved market with Double Bucks (no weekly limit!)
COVID precautions in place, per NC and CDC guidelines.
See www.uptownfarmersmarket.com for more information.
7th Street Public Market
New Extended Hours!
What: The Market has extended hours on Friday & Saturday Nights! Our new hours are Thursday: 10-5pm Friday & Saturday: 10-7pm and Sunday: 10 -5pm
www.7thstreetpublicmarket.com
Sidewalk Market
When: Saturdays 11-4pm
Where: Lightrail Side of Market
What: The market will be partnering with local restauranteurs and retailers to bring you exciting dishes and shopping experiences. See below for pop ups dates and check out the website event calendar for more Market happenings! https://7thstreetpublicmarket.com/events/
Mushroom Installation by Amigo & Amigo
When: Now to April 18th
Where: ImaginOn
What: Have lunch at the Market and then head next door to check out these whimsical inflatable mushrooms. They light up at night so come by at dusk or during the day.
Raclette Night with Orrman’s Cheese Shop
When: Thursday evenings. Registration required
Where: Orrman’s Cheese Shop
What: Your plate of Raclette will come with a generous portion of Raclette cheese scraped onto potatoes and served with baguette, cornichons, mixed greens & mustard. If you would like the charcuterie, just select the option with meat. A dessert of Chocolate Pots de Crème is included in the price.
http://www.orrmanscheeseshop.com/
