15 Best Markets In Atlanta, Georgia

1. The Green Market at Piedmont Park

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With its objective to encourage sustainable communities, The Green Market at Piedmont Park is one of the best markets in Atlanta for locally-produced goods that are sure to be of great quality. This farmer’s market offers a wide variety of produce from vegetables to pastries to artisan goods.

There are also shops that sell food and drinks so that visitors can have a bite to eat as they explore the market’s various shops. The market may not be that big but it makes up for its size by having shops that sell superb goods, especially considering that it was voted as one of the top five farmer’s markets in the city by Access Atlanta.

The Green Market at Piedmont Park

Address: 1071 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, United States

Website: The Green Market at Piedmont Park

Opening hours: Sat: 9am - 1pm (closed from Sun - Fri)

2. Morningside Farmer's Market

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If you’re in the market for some organic produce, then Morningside Farmer’s Market is the Atlanta marketplace to go. This market has been proudly serving a plethora of certified organic produce, local meat, locally-baked bread, flowers, and artisan crafts since 1995. The organic produce that the market proudly offers ranges from handcrafted nut milk to pasture-raised dairy products.

Other than that, there are also two cafes where visitors can sit back, relax, and enjoy a nice drink. There is also a herbal apothecary for those who want to try some herbal botanical products that use local and seasonal ingredients.

Morningside Farmer's Market

Address: 1411 N Morningside Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30306, United States

Website: Morningside Farmer’s Market

Opening hours: Sat: 8am - 11:30am (closed from Sun - Fri)

3. West End Farmer's Market ATL

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West End Farmer’s Market ATL is a weekly farmer’s market that aims to preserve the local community by supporting small businesses and farmers. It sells a variety of locally grown produce from vegetables to fruits that are guaranteed to be of great quality.

The market also has gained the support of a local orchard where travelers can visit and pick ripe produce. There are also various events hosted by the market to help raise funds to support the local community and these events even include music shows.

West End Farmer's Market ATL

Address: 1354 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30310, United States

Website: West End Farmer’s Market ATL

Opening hours: Sat: 10am - 2pm (closed from Sun - Fri)

4. Freedom Farmers Market

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Formed in 2014 by a small group of Georgia’s farmers, Freedom Farmers Market offers a wide variety of local and organic products like fresh produce, grass-fed meat, grass-fed dairy products, farm-fresh eggs, handmade pasta and preserves, baked goods, and coffee.

The market gets its name from both the nearby Freedom Park Trail and the sense of independence that the market gives off thanks to the fact that it started out as a small group of farmers. Also, the market hosts events regularly including showcasing fruits and vegetables that are in season.

Freedom Farmers Market

Address: 453 John Lewis Freedom Pkwy NE, Atlanta, GA 30307, United States

Website: Freedom Farmers Market

Opening hours: Sat: 8:30am - 12pm (closed from Sun - Fri)

5. Castleberry Farmers Market

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Starting out as a small group dedicated to bringing locally produced products to the community, Castleberry Farmers Market has grown into a weekly community farmer’s market that proudly offers local vegetables, meat, baked goods, dairy products, and artisan food.

Some of the products that this market offers include assorted vegetables, beeswax candles, dried flower jewelry, syrups, honey, seeds, and custom-made art. There are also cooked dishes being offered as well including homemade soup, made-to-order smoothies, bagels, donuts, croissants, empanadas, cocktails, and homemade crackers and dips.

Castleberry Farmers Market

Address: 492 Larkin St SW, Atlanta, GA 30313, United States

Website: Castleberry Farmers Market

Opening hours: Mon: 4pm - 7pm (closed from Tue - Sun)

6. Ponce City Farmers Market

All you organic farming enthusiasts, listen up! This one’s totally for you. A community of urban farmers, local food talent, as well as pop-up chefs come together and sell items that they produce themselves. Found on the BeltLine entrance of the Ponce City Market on Tuesdays, it is mostly accessed on foot or by a cycle. Cold-pressed juices, organically-grown veggies and fruits, artisanal candles, natural skin care products – the list of things you can buy from here is just endless! Cosmos Organic Farm, Bread and Butter Farms, Bamboo Juices are some of the many amazing vendors who put up their goodies for sale.

Ponce City Farmers Market

Address: 675 Ponce de Leon Ave Atlanta, Georgia 30308

Website: Ponce City Farmers Market

Opening hours: Tuesdays 4 pm - 8 pm

7. Peachtree Road Farmers Market

If you are in Atlanta between March-December, you’ll find the neighbourhood of The Cathedral of St Philip bustling with enthu-cutlets flocking towards the Peachtree Road Farmers Market every Saturday morning between 9 am - 12 pm. Live bands/singers crooning melodious tracks, energetic shoppers jostling by, and fresh produce in abundance, this big market in Atlanta is an environment of sheer energy. A producer-only farmers market, you’ll find all kinds of freshly-produced meats, dairy, and veggies here. The vendors swear by fair prices for all items sold there, so you need not worry about being ripped off. Posing itself as a nonprofit community, the market sees some of the best chef demos and special events as well. The market is also equipped with an information desk, so all you tourists do not need to worry about anything. There are also some great picnic spots and playgrounds near the market. Don’t forget to add this to your to-do list for the next time you’re in Atlanta.

Peachtree Road Farmers Market

Address: 2744 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305, USA

Website: Peachtree Road Farmers Market

Opening hours: March - December, Saturday 9 am - 12 pm

8. East Atlanta Village Farmers Market

Setup in a lush park across the Midway Pub on Thursday evenings, it is one of Atlanta’s oldest farmers markets. Locally-produced foods and artisanal products like jewellery or soaps are its main attractions. Gardening lovers, you’ll be pleased to know that they also have something called Edible Learning Garden wherein you’ll get all the information the gardener in you is looking for. If you’re peckish, you can even grab some yummies to munch on and guess what – they’re entirely sustainably-produced!

East Atlanta Village Farmers Market

Address: 572 Stokeswood Ave, Atlanta, Georgia 30316

Website: East Atlanta Village Farmers Market

Opening hours:Thursday 4 pm - 8 pm

9. Krog Street Market

Looking for some lip-smacking local food options? Head to the Krog Street Market. Sitting in the heart of the Inman Park, this one’s a true reflection of the Southern wholesomeness. Here, you will find yourself amid eager vendors, dedicated producers, and some excited shoppers. You can not only buy ingredients but even savour a hearty meal packed with punchy flavours. Makimono, The Ticonderoga Club, and Suzy Sui’s are a few restaurants we can name among a horde of others. Enjoy some tasty cocktails while listening to live music at Superica or lounge in the living room if you find yourself becoming lazy. There’s something for everyone here.

Krog Street Market

Address: 99 Krog St NE Atlanta, Georgia 30307

Website: Krog Street Market

Opening hours: Tuesday - Thursday 7 am - 9 pm; Friday 7 am - 10 pm; Saturday 8 am - 10 pm; Sunday 8 am - 9 pm

10. Starlight Six Giant Flea Market

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Hosted in the grounds of Atlanta’s sole drive-in theatre, visit this one to experience a party-like vibe. Shops/stalls are setups in the grounds with open-air movie screens and shoppers can stroll about looking at a variety of goods, ranging from jewellery to furniture, at affordable rates. The vendors change each week, so you can never get bored of dropping by. Weekends in Atlanta can never get boring as this flea market takes place every Saturday and Sunday and charges a nominal entry fee of 50 cents per guest. However, do note that food items aren’t sold here, only coffee and some snacks. They also keep hosting special events, so do remember to check out their website if you’re planning to head there.

Starlight Six Giant Flea Market

Address: 2000 Moreland Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA., 30316

Website: Starlight Six Giant Flea Market

Opening hours: Weekends 6 am - 3 pm

11. The Emory Farmers Market

Setup every Tuesday at Cox Hall Bridge at the Emory University, this market brings Georgia’s farmers and food business owners closer to their customers. A weekly gathering of local vendors, informed culinary professionals, chefs, and customers, its main aim is to promote healthy and delicious food choices. The faculty and students of the university put in a lot of effort to ensure that knowledge is properly shared in this forum. Blue Donkey Coffee, Castle Rock Honey, Pearson Farm, Revolutionary Doughnuts are a few out of the many vendors you’ll find here.

The Emory Farmers Market

Address: 569 Asbury Circle, Cox Hall Bridge, Atlanta, Georgia

Website: The Emory Farmers Market

Opening hours: Tuesday 11 am - 3 pm

12. Grant Park Farmers Market

Are you following various high-profile chefs on your social media handles and secretly wishing to meet them someday? Well, that wish might just come true if you head to the Grant Park Farmers Market. Packed with a weekly dose of celebrity chef demonstrations, this marketplace is the place to be every Sunday morning. While here, you’ll find yourself surrounded by keen shoppers and their cute pets, food bloggers, and critics. With plentiful seating and an excitable environment, it is a great place to enjoy an incredible combination of food and community.

Grant Park Farmers Market

Address: 600 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30308

Website: Grant Park Farmers Market

Opening hours: Sunday 9 am - 1 pm

13. Morningside Farmers Market

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Every Saturday morning is a vibrant affair at the Highland Avenue in Atlanta. Organic food lovers find themselves heading to the Morningside Farmer’s Market where everything sold is not only locally-produced, but you also get a chance to chat with the producers. Chef demonstrations are also another attraction. If you’re lucky, you might get a chance to try their famous smoked salmon on a crisp potato cake. Are you salivating yet? Head there early if you want a chance to purchase some of the good stuff as stocks run out pretty quickly. There’s ample of parking space available, so don’t worry about how you’ll carry all that stuff back.

Morningside Farmer's Market

Address: 1393 N. Highland Ave Atlanta GA 30306

Website: Morningside Farmer’s Market

Opening hours: Saturday 8 am - 11:30 am

14. The Municipal Market

Locally known as The Curb Market, it is one of the oldest ones in Atlanta. Local produce, bakeries, and some great little eateries, this one’s open all days of the week. The store owners are friendly and happily engage in a chat with you about the products they’re selling. It is not all that big, so do visit this market for an old-worldly charm that it has. Also, if you get hungry while shopping, don’t forget to try the South American pies, Venezuelan Arepas, and some fantastic burritos at the restaurants here.

The Municipal Market

Address: 209 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30303

Website: The Municipal Market

Opening hours: Monday - Saturday 8 am - 6 pm; Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

15. Oakland City Market Place

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If you’re done with those farmer’s markets, this one’s a market for those looking to purchase some knick-knacks without burning a hole in their pockets. Electronics, art, household goods, furniture, they sell a wide variety of things here. However, for clothes and accessories, you’ll find yourself pretty spoilt for choice here. They are open on all days of the week and have about 22 shops inside the discounted mall. You’ll also find vendors who provide repair services here. It is housed inside a mall, so even bad weather won’t be able to dampen your shopping spirit.

Oakland City Market Place

Address: 1149 Lee St SW Atlanta, GA 30310

Website: Oakland City Market Place

Opening hours: Monday - Saturday 9 am - 7 pm; Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Definitely not gone with the wind

Atlanta, even in today’s times, is just as commercially-rich as it is shown to be in Margaret Mitchell’s Gone with the Wind. Claimed as the ‘Capital of the South’, the city is a peachy option for those looking for a wide variety of things to do. If you’re done shopping, you may want to visit the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, the CNN studio, the Centennial Olympic Park, and the High Museum. Come on, experience the abundance this city is enriched with. Atlanta’s waiting!