Ashe County Farmers Market open for Christmas in July

The Ashe County Farmers Market will be open and ready for the big crowds that will show up for Christmas in July in downtown West Jefferson. The market will be open for its normal hours on Saturday, July 1, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The 2023 farmers market season will continue from now through Oct. 28. There will also be special holiday market hours on Nov. 18, 24, 25 and Dec. 2. The hours for the holiday market dates are from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

The Ashe County Farmers Market is easily accessible on the Backstreet across from First Baptist part of

Church and features a covered shelter in case rain should be in the forecast. The market offers a wide variety of products to browse from more than 50 local vendors.

Some of the market items include fresh, local fruits and vegetables, fresh baked goods, dog treats and honey. In addition, local crafters will sell pottery, woodwork, fiber arts and candles.