College Park Farmers Market
Experience the local flavor of College Park!
Visit the Hollywood Farmers Market every Saturday between 9AM - 1PM at the Hollywood Shopping Center (by MOMs Organic Market).
Craft your family’s favorite meals with fresh food from Montoya Farms, our new produce vendor! The plentiful selection of seasonal fruit, vegetables, herbs, meat, and treats showcases the agricultural bounty of our region. Browse the market’s offerings of Wild Alaskan salmon, eggs, beef, and poultry, leafy greens, or ripe fruits. You can even find artisanal coffee and alcoholic spirits! In addition to fresh food, the Hollywood Farmers Market features arts, crafts, and live music performances from local musicians. The jewelry and art for sale are unique pieces handcrafted by area artists.
Be on the lookout for Farmers Market Coupons at the City’s upcoming events! You can save $5.00 on your purchase. Customers can use SNAP benefits and double their dollars with Maryland Market Money. Visit www.hollywoodmarket.org, to learn more about the market’s upcoming vendors and events.
Since the market runs from April to November, visitors can delight in different seasonal produce. During the spring, you will find vibrant flowers and young berries; stalls will be filled with produce, meats, and poultry by the summer. Then in the fall, you can find pumpkins, root vegetables, and preserved jams. No matter the season, farmers' markets have every ingredient you need for your next culinary adventure!
Farmers' markets play a vital role in ensuring the accessibility and availability of fresh food. These spaces provide an opportunity for local farmers and artists to sell directly to consumers, which promotes the economic vitality of local farming communities. Many of the vendors also use organic farming methods that prolong the life and freshness of goods. These practices reduce the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers that are often found in processed food.
By supporting your local farmers market, you are also encouraging sustainable practices! Shopping locally contributes to healthier lifestyle choices and reduces the carbon footprint and waste associated with transporting food.
Photos courtesy of Hollywood Farmers Market Facebook page