The farm-to-fork movement has gained momentum and popularity in recent years. As a result, farmers markets are “cropping” up everywhere.
Shopping for local produce and products in the laid-back ambiance of a Lowcountry farmers market is not only economical, but it is very entertaining. There are a number of farmers markets in the Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort and Savannah areas:
Tuesdays:
- Hilton Head Island – Farmer’s Market at The Shops at Sea Pines Center, 71 Lighthouse Road, Sea Pines Resort (gate pass required for non-residents/guests), 10:00 a.m.to 2:00 p.m., mid-March through October. 843-686-3003.
- Hilton Head Island – Hilton Head Farmers Market at Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. year around (closed Christmas Week). 843-689-6767.
Wednesdays:
- Beaufort – Downtown Beaufort Farmers Market, corner of North and Bladen Streets, 2:00-6:00 p.m., Wednesdays from May through to the end of October. 843-525-6162.
- Hilton Head Island – Wexford Outdoor Market at the Village of Wextord, 1000 William Hilton Pkwy., 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., May through September.
Thursdays:
- Bluffton – Bluffton Farmers Market, Calhoun Street, 2:00-7:00 p.m., Thursdays (seasonal hours). 843-415-2447.
- Ridgeland – Jasper County Farmer’s Market, 9935 South Jacob Smart Blvd., Hwy 17, seasonal hours. 843-726-8126.
Fridays:
- Ridgeland – Jasper County Farmer’s Market, 9935 South Jacob Smart Blvd., Hwy 17, seasonal hours. 843-726-8126.
Saturdays:
- Port Royal – Port Royal Farmers Market, Heritage Park on Ribaut Road, 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Saturdays (year around, rain or shine).
- Savannah – Forsyth Farmers Market, South End of Forsyth Park at the intersection of Bull Street and Park Avenue (13 East Park Avenue), 9:00-1:00 p.m., Saturdays.