Craftsbury Farmers Market

Craftsbury Common sets the scene for this Saturday market, which runs from May 23 through September 26 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The Common gives the market a distinct village-green setting, and the market’s own calendar shows that the regular summer run is paired with themed dates such as a Kids Market, a Blueberry Festival, Old Home Day, and Tomato Fest. Later in the year, the market shifts indoors for a Thanksgiving Market and Holiday Market at the Craftsbury Academy Gymnasium, extending its presence beyond the outdoor season.

Why it matters locally

The market’s stated goals center on fresh, local foods, sustainable farming, and small-scale, owner-operated businesses, which gives this market a clear local agriculture mission rather than a purely retail focus. Sponsorship is described as a way to help the market continue to grow while promoting sustainable agriculture and maintaining an attractive, vital market in Craftsbury.

Its event lineup also points to a market that makes room for different kinds of participation. A Kids Market specifically encourages children to participate as vendors, while the Makers, Creators, & Collectors Fair adds a separate outlet for makers and collectors on a Saturday tied to the former Antiques & Uniques Day. The market also notes live musicians as part of its ongoing updates, adding another layer to how the weekly gathering functions on the Common.

What you'll find there

This market’s materials emphasize fresh local food, sustainable farming, and handcrafted goods, with seasonal festivals shaping some Saturdays around a single crop or theme. The vendor information available publicly is broad rather than vendor-by-vendor, so the clearest picture is the market’s overall mix and event programming.

• -Shop for fresh produce highlighted as part of the local farmer's market experience.
• -Find fresh, local foods presented as a core focus of the market’s goals.
• -Look for handcrafted goods referenced in the market’s own description.
• -Expect fresh-picked blueberries and blueberry treats during the Blueberry Festival.
• -Catch tomatoes in the spotlight during Tomato Fest.

Seasonal programming includes a Kids Market, Makers, Creators, & Collectors Fair, Blueberry Festival, Old Home Day, Tomato Fest, and live musicians announced through market updates.

Know before you go

No dogs are allowed at the market, a rule that may shape plans before you arrive. Parking also comes with specific limits around the Common: no driving or parking on the Common itself, no parking on the Memorial, and no parking in wet areas. The market address is 1422 North Craftsbury Road, and the weekly outdoor market is held on Craftsbury Common.

If you are thinking about winter shopping dates, the market’s Thanksgiving Market and Holiday Market move to the Craftsbury Academy Gymnasium rather than the Common. New vendors are directed to check in with Kris Coville or the site helper on arrival for an available setup spot, which also signals that onsite coordination is active during market hours. Public-facing materials mention email contact for questions about market hours, vendors, performances, and events.