Think globally and eat locally -- at least that’s a popular mentality in this age of the Slow Food Movement and craze for organic produce. The Outer Banks makes this lifestyle accessible, too, with plenty of vegetable stands and farmers markets overflowing with fresh, locally produced goods. Outer Banks vegetable stands and farmers markets may come and go with the seasons or pop up with festivals and events that occur weekly, monthly or annually. Many of the vegetable stands are open air so the smell of fresh corn, tomatoes, peaches and more mingle with the summer air to create amazing aromas. Farmers markets also tend to include produce in their wares as well as homemade jams and jellies, baked pies, meats and more. Local artisans might choose to sell their crafts at a farmers market or two, and you might get the opportunity to view and purchase some artwork. So if you’re on the hunt for locally sourced produce and goods, you won’t want to miss Outer Banks vegetable stands and farmers markets!
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Outer Banks Farmers Markets & Vegetable Stands
Located at milepost 40 in Rodanthe, this roadside produce stand features plenty of fresh fruits and veggies along with fresh and potted herbs, butter, eggs and homemade jam.read more
Outer Banks Farmers Markets & Vegetable Stands
On Saturday mornings from mid-May through the early fall, Manteo's Downtown Market features home-grown, home-baked and homemade goods for sale. Pick up fresh herbs, produce or flowers and buy some local artwork or sweets, all in a beautiful waterfront setting next to the Roanoke Island Maritime Museum. This makes a great family outing as there’s a playground next to the market area. The market is...read more
Outer Banks Farmers Markets & Vegetable Stands
The Newbern family has been farming on the Currituck mainland for a long time, and their bounty is your reward. Choose from tomatoes from their 10,000 plants, melons, beans, squash, potatoes, peaches, peanuts ... everything for a fresh-from-the-garden dinner. For an extra treat, purchase some of their locally loved Carolina peach salad dressing or some of their homemade jams and bread. It's all scrumptious. The...read more
Outer Banks Farmers Markets & Vegetable Stands
While visiting Corolla, stop by Seaside Farm Market located at the corner of the TimBuck II shopping center. The market has a complete selection of local and regional in-season produce including sweet corn, vine-ripened tomatoes and peaches picked fresh from the tree. They also carry fresh, local seafood including mahi mahi, scallops, crabs and tuna. Check out the homemade jams, BBQ and seafood sauces, farm...read more
Outer Banks Farmers Markets & Vegetable Stands
This weekly open-air farmers market features the best of locally sourced produce and products from northeastern North Carolina. You'll find produce, meats, eggs, fermented products, herbs, breads, flowers, coffee, pastries, jam/jellies and arts and crafts. It's held on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.read more
Outer Banks Farmers Markets & Vegetable Stands
Tarheel Too is a free-standing market providing produce, honey, herbs and baked goods from spring to fall. Much of the produce is locally grown, as in seasonal strawberries, tomatoes, potatoes, figs and blueberries. Some imported produce is available here, too, like bananas, kiwis and avocados, making this a one-stop produce shop.read more
Outer Banks Farmers Markets & Vegetable Stands
Bike or walk over to get your fresh produce at this welcoming little roadside stand. You'll find it between Red Sky Cafe and the Roadside Grill on the east side of N.C. Highway 12.read more
