Farmers' Markets Along the Grand Strand
Farmers' Markets Along the Grand Strand
Across the 60 miles of the Grand Strand, there is a vast array of Farmers' Markets offering the freshest local produce. Throughout the summer and fall, many of the 14 communities in our area host weekly markets, so there is always a chance that you can pick up some refreshing veggies and fruits to enjoy!
Did you know there are many benefits to eating local produce, too? Not only does buying produce locally help the economy, but local fruits and vegetables also have more nutrients and flavor since they are not transported for days after harvesting. When buying from a farmers' market, you can ask more questions on where produce came from and how it was grown or raised. Also, buying local foods supports the environment and decreases the amount of food waste in the area. Sounds like a win-win!
Here are the local Farmers' Markets along the Grand Strand:
Myrtle’s Market
Open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, beginning this April, located at the intersection of Mr. Joe White Avenue and Oak Street in Myrtle Beach.
Downtown Conway Farmers' Market
Open from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm on Saturdays April 6th through October 26th. Located under the Main Street Bridge in Conway.
North Myrtle Beach Farmers' Market
Open from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Fridays, beginning in April 5th through October 25th. Located at 925 1st Ave. S. in North Myrtle Beach, SC.
Valor Park in Market Common
Open from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturdays, beginning April 6th through October 26th. Located at Valor Park, 1120 Farrow Parkway in Market Common.
International Culinary Institute (ICI) Farmers Market
Open from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Thursdays, located at 920 Crabtree Lane in Myrtle Beach.
Coastal Carolina Farmers’ Market
Open from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Wednesday April 17, 2024. located at Prince Lawn in Conway at CCU.
April 17 9am – 2pm
August 21: 2 – 6pm (Welcome Week Market)
September 4: 9am – 2pm
October 2: 9am – 2pm
November 6: 9am- 2pm
December 3: 4:30 – 7:30pm at Blanton Park (Holiday Park Lighting and Market)
Surfside Beach Farmers' Market
Open from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Tuesdays, beginning April 2nd through October 29th. Located on the corner of Surfside Drive and Willow Drive North in Surfside Beach.
Pawley's Island (Hammock Shops)
Last Sunday of the month (April through November) Starting April 28th
11am – 3pm
4/28, 5/26, 6/30, 7/28, 8/25, 9/29, 10/27, 11/24)
10880 Ocean Hwy.
Pawleys Island, SC
Litchfield Oaks Farmers Market
Fridays and Saturdays, 9am-until. South Carolina Department of Agriculture Certified Community based farmers.
13707 Ocean Hwy.
Pawley's Island, SC 29585
More information and activities are located on the Waccamaw Market Cooperative website. Photos courtesy of the City of Myrtle Beach.
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