Durham Farmers' Market: 2026 dates, hours and parking

The Durham Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday at the Pavilion in Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St.; the next market is Saturday, Nov. 7, 8 a.m. to noon. It is free to visit, and from December the market keeps winter hours, 9 a.m. to noon.

Last checked 2026-11-05.

The market has sold in downtown Durham since 1999 and is run by its farmers. Every item is grown, raised or made by the person selling it, within 70 miles of the market, according to the market’s about page. Questions go to 919-667-3099 or info@durhamfarmersmarket.com.

Upcoming dates

• Sat. Nov. 7, 8 a.m. to noon
• Sat. Nov. 14, 8 a.m. to noon
• Sat. Nov. 21, 8 a.m. to noon
• Sat. Nov. 28, 8 a.m. to noon
• Sat. Dec. 5, 9 a.m. to noon (winter hours begin)
• Sat. Dec. 12, 9 a.m. to noon
• Sat. Dec. 19, 9 a.m. to noon

Winter hours run December through March. The market had not posted plans for the Saturdays after Christmas and New Year’s Day when we checked; its weekly newsletter carries any change. The Wednesday market, 3 to 6 p.m., runs from April 15 to Oct. 15 and is over for 2026.

Where it is and parking

The market sets up in and around the Pavilion at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St. The market’s newsletter lists these places to park:

• On the streets around the market
• The lot at the corner of Hunt and Foster streets
• The Ballpark parking lot on Corporation Street
• The Measurement Inc. lot on Morris Street, now paid after the first hour (see the signs)
• Public lots along Foster Street and on Morgan Street near the Carolina Theatre

Accessible parking is near the corner of Hunt and Foster streets. For downtown garages and parking rules, see our getting around Durham guide.

Tickets and cost

There is no charge to visit. The market takes SNAP, WIC, Senior FMNP and SUN Bucks, and its Double Bucks program matches those benefits dollar for dollar. The market says it is matching up to $50 per customer each week while it looks for more funding. There is an ATM at the Pavilion.

What to know

• No dogs in the market. Dogs and other pets are not allowed in the market area during market hours; service animals are exempt. Leashed pets are welcome elsewhere in the park. Our dog-friendly Durham guide has places that do take dogs.
• What you’ll find: produce, meat, baked goods and crafts from more than 65 vendors. The market posts a weekly vendor list and offerings on its site.
• Drop-offs: the market’s info table collects donations for the Diaper Bank of NC and Book Harvest.
• Market merchandise and gift certificates are sold at the market’s info table.
• Music: the market books local musicians to play on the lawn on many Saturdays.

For the South Durham, North Durham and Black Farmers Market schedules, see our Durham farmers markets guide. Durham Central Park itself is in our parks and trails guide.

Dates and venues as listed on the Experience Downtown Durham, North Carolina calendar and confirmed on the organizer’s site.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Durham Farmers’ Market open?

Every Saturday. Hours are 8 a.m. to noon from April through November and 9 a.m. to noon from December through March. A Wednesday market, 3 to 6 p.m., runs from April 15 to Oct. 15.

Where is the Durham Farmers’ Market?

At the Pavilion in Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St., in downtown Durham.

Where do I park for the Durham Farmers’ Market?

On the streets around the park, in the lot at Hunt and Foster streets, in the Ballpark lot on Corporation Street and in the Measurement Inc. lot on Morris Street, which is paid after the first hour. Accessible parking is near Hunt and Foster streets.

Are dogs allowed at the Durham Farmers’ Market?

No. Dogs and other pets are not allowed in the market area during market hours; service animals are exempt. Leashed pets are welcome elsewhere in Durham Central Park.

Does the Durham Farmers’ Market take SNAP?

Yes. Through Double Bucks the market matches SNAP, WIC, Senior FMNP and SUN Bucks dollar for dollar, currently up to $50 per customer each week.