Preview Farmers Market
Independence Town ParkCan't wait for the Farmers Market to return to Town Park? You don't have to! We'll open early for a pre-season peak and give you a chance to purchase fresh, local food and artisan crafts just in time for Easter. Join us from 9-1. We'll have our Grand Opening May 2nd, our typical opening day,[...]
Cooking Day June 6
Independence Town ParkJoin guest chefs Dean McRae and Loren Webster as they prepare fresh, healthy food using Market ingredients. Watch the cooking demonstration and enjoy free samples. Donations are always appreciated to help fund the cooking program.
Potluck, Plant sale, Tour and meeting THURSDAY June 19 6pm
Church of the Good ShepherdIt's a field trip, cookout, plant sale and tour! Everyone is invited to the permaculture garden for a cookout and "ragged" plant sale. The cookout begins at 6pm at the garden at the Church of the Good Shepherd located at 9441 Grayson Pkwy, Galax, VA 24333., please bring a side dish to share. This will[...]
KIDS DAY
Town ParkJoin us for fun, free activities for Kids of all ages June 20th. Kids Day was the first event ever held at the Market. It started in 2012. Join Andrea Wann and the Virginia Family Nutrition Program for FRESH BUCKS The 1st 25 kids to the Market get a $10 coupon to spend on fresh[...]
Composting and water harvesting workshop June 21 plus Herbal workshop!( postponed from May 17)
Church of the Good ShepherdJoin the permaculture group from 10- noon June 21st at the Permaculture garden at Church of the Good Shepherd for a FREE composting and water harvesting workshop. There are lots of ways to make compost, they will demonstrate a few different styles. You'll also learn how to capture rainwater for irrigation. And we'll hold the[...]
Fiber Day June 27
Independence Town ParkWe are happy to welcome the talented fiber artisans back to the Market for the first of 2 Fiber Days. This is always a wonderful chance to buy totally original handcrafted items for yourself and for gifts. You can also buy yarn and even raw wool and if you are interested in raising animals for[...]
4th of July-Market closed
Independence Town ParkThis is the first time since 2013 that 4th of July has fallen on a Friday. The Market is closed for the Town's 4th of July celebrations and parade.
Wellness Day July 11
Town ParkWellness Day features many local healthcare providers and offers free health screenings and activities for the community and vendors. Community partners include VDH, Twin County Hospital, In Total Health, Virginia Tech Family Nutrition, and more. Wellness Day began in 2015 in partnership with the Virginia Department of Health.
Berry Festival July 18
Town ParkJoin us for Berry Day on July 18. This year Berry Sorbet will be available by the scoop or frozen pint as a fundraiser for the Market. It's also time for the Berry Dessert contest. Any dessert featuring berries is welcome! 1st place is $100! Remaining desserts will be sold as a fundraiser for the[...]
21 Yardsale July 25
Town ParkThe Independence Farmers Market is a producer Market. This is the only day IFM vendors can sell things they didn't raise or make. Join the giant yards ale that stretches from Elkin to Wytheville on HWY 21.
Tomato Festival August 1st
Town ParkJoin us Friday August 1st for the Annual Tomato Day. Enjoy a free tomato tasting, the Monster Tomato Contest and the Salsa Contest! Bring your largest tomato to the market by 11am The Weigh off is at high noon! First place is $100, winner take all. The Salsa contest is People's Choice. Bring a quart[...]
First Friday Cooking day AND the NEW Garlic Festival
Independence Town ParkWe'll be featuring garlic in everything we cook today and we'll have a garlic tasting and info on planting garlic. Free samples. Donations are appreciated and help to fund our cooking program.