BEREA, KY – As fall settles over central Kentucky, the Berea Farmers Market continues to offer fresh, locally grown produce and handmade goods every Saturday morning at the Chestnut Street Pavilion.
The market, Kentucky’s oldest “producer only” market, is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through the end of October at 635 Chestnut Street, across the road from Just Love Café. The market will transition to winter hours in November, moving indoors to 207 N. Broadway Street and operating from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
“Producer only” means that every item sold at the market is grown, raised, or made by the vendor selling it. Farmers offer seasonal fruits, vegetables, plants, eggs, and meats, while value-added vendors provide prepared foods like breads, desserts, kombucha tea, and coffee beans. Local artisans round out the market with handmade soap, jewelry, sewn items, and other crafted goods.
October brings peak fall harvest season, with vendors offering pumpkins, winter squash, late-season tomatoes, apples, and other autumn produce. The market also features live music, creating a festive community gathering spot for residents and visitors alike.
The Berea Farmers Market has served the community for more than 50 years, since 1973, building relationships between local growers and consumers while supporting sustainable agriculture and the local economy. Market President Rene’ Poitra-Riley describes the market as “an authentic grassroots destination” where the community comes together to support local farmers and artisans.
The market participates in the Kentucky Double Dollars program, which provides a dollar-for-dollar match up to $20 daily for participants with EBT, PEBT, food stamp, senior, or WIC cards. This program helps make fresh, local food accessible to more community members.
The pavilion provides covered shopping rain or shine, and free parking is available nearby.
For more information about vendors, special events, or becoming a vendor, visit www.bereafarmersmarket.org or find the market on Facebook and Instagram.