Since 1752, the Easton Farmers Market has attracted people with the promise of fresh, locally grown foods and handmade merchandise.
And in 2023 the oldest, continually operating outdoor farmers’ market in the country saw record attendance with 70,000 shoppers – a 19% increase over 2022 – and a 20% increase in vendor sales.
On Sept. 2 the EFM had a single-day attendance record with 3,198 visitors as shoppers enjoyed the Funky Ferments Fest and started their Labor Day weekend with a morning at the market’s Scott Park location at the confluence of the Delaware and Lehigh rivers. Other annual celebrations of local, seasonal food and cultural events – such Strawberry Day, Juneteenth, Honey Bee Day, Peach Day, Apple Jam, and Hispanic Cultural Day – helped generate additional interest in the market every two or three weeks.
On the heels of a record 2023, The Easton Farmers Market will open its Winter Market on Saturday, Jan. 6, from 10 a.m. to noon in the 300 block of Northampton Street in front of the Easton Public Market. More than 20 vendors are already lined up to provide a variety of winter produce – think root vegetables, hearty squashes and greenhouse-grown items – and locally made goods like bread, desserts, sauces and ready-to-eat items.
Easton Winter Market will accept SNAP and provide a match in “food bucks” via The Food Trust. The Winter Warriors rewards card will be offered again this year where market goers can earn a prize for every four consecutive markets attended. Squash Fest will be the first major celebration on Jan. 27, including a spread of squash-related items and activities.
Those interested in vending opportunities in the 2024 season should contact megan@eastonpartnership.org.
For information, visit eastonfarmersmarket.com.
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