Press Release
A Saturday Morning Tradition – Ferguson Farmers Market Opens May 6th for 22nd Season
Every Saturday (May-October) – 8:00am-12:00pm
Plaza at 501, 501 S Florissant Rd.
Ferguson, MO – The Ferguson Farmers Market is excited to announce it will open for its 22nd season on May 6th, located at 501 S Florissant Rd, Ferguson MO 63135. The Ferguson Farmers Market will be open every Saturday from May – October from 8:00am-12:00pm. This year, the market will be managed and operated by the City of Ferguson and the Ferguson Parks & Recreation Department.
“We’re excited to bring the management of the Ferguson Farmers’ Market back in-house.” said David Musgrave, Director of Parks & Recreation. “The market is more than just about bringing healthy, fresh produce to the community. It’s a Saturday morning tradition where the community can grab a coffee, chat with neighbors, make new connections, let their kids participate in fun activities, and enjoy a family-friendly, festive atmosphere.”
The Ferguson Parks & Recreation Department plans to put increased resources into the market to continue its growth and expand the market to a larger and more diverse community. “Our hope is to bring more people from all around St. Louis to check out our vibrant market; not only to increase the sales of our incredible farmers and artisans, but to give more people the opportunity to see and experience downtown Ferguson and all that the community has to offer.” said Joseph Seastrom, Superintendent of Parks & Recreation.
Summer Market Kickoff Events:
Saturday, May 6th will host a variety of fun family-friendly activities to celebrate the Summer Market Kickoff. The first 50 shoppers will receive a free ‘Reusable Shopping Bag’ filled with special giveaways. The morning will also kick-off with a free Yoga class from 8:00am-8:45am. A large interactive and educational family experience area will include inflatables, balloon twisters, and caricatures.
The community can look forward to seeing locally produced products line the tables including fresh fruits and vegetables from returning long-time vendors as well as new vendors including Earth Dance Farms, Howie Farms, Hale Farms Co., and more. Also discover a variety of prepared food vendors, local artisans, and specialty booths with unique homemade products. For more information visit www.fergusonfarmersmarket.com
About Ferguson Farmers Market
Founded in 2002, the award-winning Ferguson Farmers’ Market is now celebrating its 22nd delicious season. This Saturday morning tradition brings you fresh fruits and veggies, picked within 24 hours of our market and brought directly to you by the friendly farmers who grow them.
Enjoy live music and special events in a festive family atmosphere, and discover a wide variety of edible delights, including homemade jelly, farm fresh eggs, honey, spices, and meats. You’ll also find an ever-changing array of gift and specialty vendors, selling everything from cut flowers and bedding plants to hand-painted artwork and small-batch soaps. If it’s homemade, handmade or fresh and tasty, you can buy it at the Ferguson Farmers’ Market.
About Ferguson Parks and Recreation
Ferguson Parks and Recreation’s mission is to enhance the quality of life and well-being of our people, our community, and our environment by providing safe, well-maintained parks and recreational facilities, along with offering a variety of enrichment programs, special events, leisure opportunities, and services to our community. We strive to provide high-quality and memorable experiences to our residents of all ages. Ferguson Parks and Recreation currently maintains 13 parks and facilities totaling over 116 acres.