Mint Hill Farmers Market

On my recent visit to my parents, I was looking for things to do, and I was giddy with excitement when I saw this, and that it was in front of the little village that I did not know was there. Oh! Happy Day! Granted, this was Labor Day weekend, and I knew the Matthews Alive Festival was going on. I did not want to drag my parents there as I knew it would be too much for them. Well, a few of the vendors had gone there to make more money, and less than 12 were here, it was still worth the trip.Fresh meat, local honey, baked goods, handmade goods, a delight to me. I am so glad I came and have suggested my siblings come when they come to visit our parents. A wonderful thing!

They have it all! Great customer service, samples, good produce, pasture beef and farm fresh eggs. We love this place.

The Mint Hill Farmers Market is open May through September. Unlike a somewhat upper scale venture like the Atherton Mills market or the much migger Matthews Farmers Market, this one is small and intimate and driven by real Mint Hill locals for the most part. In the 2012 season, there were people that sold produce, baked goods, salsa, BBQ, all kinds of beautiful wooden things, plants, local grassfed beef and occasional other things. On most market days there are also some people from the Charlotte Folk Society strumming and fiddling away, and they are very welcoming if you want to join in. No need to be a virtuoso.This is a great place if you live close by to pick up some goodies for a weekend meal or for an hour of gardening. By the second or third time you come, people will remember you. The choice may not be as big as at the Matthews market, but I love this one just as much. Addendum: There are many locals, especially on the outskirts of Mint Hill, that sell their own produce and eggs by the roadside. If you see a sign, stop and talk to them if someone is outside. I know some that don't even use any kind of pesticide or herbicide - what more can you want?

Mint Hill Market is starting May 3rd this year. A lot of new great vendors. Bakers, produce, seamstress, local honey, and more. Can't wait to get my hands on all these fresh item's.

The Mint Hill Farmers Market is possibly the most unique market in town! Where else can you grab a bite to eat, wander through a 100 year old village, and listen to a live band? They have a panning shelter, local vendors, and usually a FREE family activity every Saturday. It is a market on the rise, and each year more and more vendors come forward making it a wonderful experience. If you haven't had a fried pie from Mee Maw, you're truly missing out and she won't sell at any other market! Support Local, Buy Local, It Matters!

If large quantities of vegetables, from across the state are what you're looking for, you will not find that at the Mint Hill Farmers Market. HOWEVER, what you will find is home grown, hand made and home made thing. You could spend the morning with friendly people, wonderful food and great entertainment. It is not just a farmers market, it's a mini-vacation.