Treats & Eats at North Georgias Best Farmers Markets

From fresh produce to handmade soaps and local honey and more, farmer's markets are a favorite destination of many, and for a good reason. They provide you locally sourced, locally grown items that contribute to your local economy, preserve the land, and support small family farms.

Looking for a North Georgia farmers market? Here are the many options from which you have to choose.
 

Dawson County

Amicalola Regional Farmers Market

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• Location: City of Dawsonville Farmers Market Pavillion
• Hours of Operation: 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays

If you find yourself in Dawsonville on a Saturday morning, you have to check out the Amicalola Regional Farmers Market. With a variety of vendors, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for, along with some treasures you weren’t expecting.

Two of this farmer's market’s featured vendors are Costley Family Farms and Kandie’s Korn, both local to Dawsonville and market staples. From Costley Family Farms, you’ll find fresh-grown leafy greens. And you can balance that out with some sweet homemade caramel corn from Kandie’s Korn.
 

Fannin County

Downtown Market Blue Ridge

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• Location: 400 W. Main St., Blue Ridge
• Hours of Operation: 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays

This community market is a must-see for anyone living in or visiting Fannin County. There, you can find honey made by Fannin County bees, baked goods, produce grown locally, handmade arts and crafts, and even hand-crafted furniture. You never know what the vendors will show up with, so it’s a great idea to get there early.

North Georgia Farmer’s Market

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• Location: Dunbarton Farm Road, Blue Ridge
• Hours of Operation: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays

Described as the “premier regional farmers market,” the North Georgia Farmer’s Market in Blue Ridge offers a wide variety of locally-grown produce, food, local artisans, and handmade arts and crafts.

Mercier Orchards

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• Location: 8660 Blue Ridge Drive, Blue Ridge
• Hours of Operation: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily

No matter the time of year, Mercier Orchards is there to provide you with delicious farm-grown produce, especially apples. Its variety changes throughout the year, so check the orchard’s website for current offerings. Aside from that, Mercier Orchards offers jams, jellies, and preserves available for purchase. And don’t forget the apple butter made on site!

Podunk Produce Roadside Stand

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• Location: 9945 Lakewood Highway, Mineral Bluff
• Hours of Operation: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily

A classic iteration of the roadside stand, Podunk Produce offers certified organically grown produce that you can feel secure in eating. It also features a line of jams, jellies, and preserves. If you need something for your home, Podunk Produce has crafts and artistic products, as well.
 

Gilmer County

Ellijay Farmers Market

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• Location: Broadstreet, Downtown Ellijay
• Hours of Operation: 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays

If you crave the taste of home-baked goods or home-grown produce, Ellijay Farmers Market is for you. Whether you’re looking for artisan soaps or woodworking, you’ll find it at Ellijay Farmers Market even the infamous carpenter bee traps! With musicians and the occasional entertainment, it’s an experience, not just a shopping trip. And bring any gardening questions you have the Master Gardeners of Gilmer County are there to answer them.

Aaron Family Orchards

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• Location: 8350 Highway 52E, Ellijay
• Hours of Operation: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily from August-December

For all things apple-related, head over to the market at Aaron Family Orchards. With a variety of freshly grown apples, plenty of canned goods, and delicious, spicy cider, it’s the perfect fall trip for you and your family.

B.J. Reece Orchards

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• Location: 9131 Highway 52E, Ellijay
• Hours of Operation: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 1-6 p.m. Sundays

For a family fun day, head to B.J. Reece Orchards. Enjoy one of the orchard’s warm, fresh, world-famous fried pies, then stroll over to the petting farm. This family-owned and operated farm has everything to make a full day out of your trip to the market, even pony rides!

Red Apple Barn

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• Location: 3379 Tails Creek Road, Ellijay
• Hours of Operation: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 12:30-5:30 p.m. Sundays

The name says it all: Red Apple Barn is all about apples. It offers a wide variety of freshly picked apples, as well as cider made on site. But that’s not all! The market at Red Apple Barn also has Georgia-grown olive oil, fudge, cookbooks, and more. Don’t forget to head over to the Family Fun Barn for games, a picnic, or a walk on the covered bridge.

Panorama Orchards & Farm Market

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• Location: 63 Talona Spur, Ellijay
• Hours of Operation: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily

No matter the time of year, Panorama Orchards & Farm Market will not disappoint. In the fall and winter, grab a freshly picked, crispy apple. In the spring and summer, don’t miss the juicy, ripe peaches. Either way, make sure to get some Panorama ice cream Panorama Orchards & Farm Market has 12 flavors! Load up your bags with a homemade fried pie, some baked goods, and homemade fudge to taste this excellent farmers market home with you.