Summer is on its way, and with it comes the tastes of the season at farmers markets throughout the СŷƵ.
Here’s a list of markets you might want to check out in the СŷƵ.
Coopersburg Farmers Market
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays, May 18 through Dec. 7.
Location: 5 N. Main St.
Details: Offering a wide range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, artisanal breads, homemade jams and jellies, and more.
Info: coopersburgfarmersmarket.com
Bethlehem Rose Garden
When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, June 7-Oct. 11
Location: Rose Garden Park, Eighth Avenue and West Union Boulevard
Details: Variety of fresh produce and crafts, weekly pop-up vendors.
Info: facebook.com/brgfarmersmarket
Bethlehem Farmers Market
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 13.
Location: Farrington Square, New and Morton streets
Details: Local, producer-only farmers’ market offers fresh produce, lunch items, baked goods, natural goods, and more.
Info: 610-758-1220, https://sustainability.lehigh.edu/bethlehem-farmers-market
Easton Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, May 3 through Dec. 20
Location: Scott Park, 128 Larry Holmes Drive, Easton. (Free parking in the two lots across from the park, which you can access by Ferry and South Second streets near the Post Office.)
Details: The nation’s oldest continuously running open-air market has returned to Scott Park for its 272nd season. Vendors offering fresh local produce, meats, bakery items, prepared foods and more.
Scheduled events include Strawberry Day (June 7); Juneteenth (June 14); Pollinator Day (June 21); EFM 273rd Birthday (July 12); Peach Day (Aug. 2); Funky Ferments Fest (Aug. 30); Hot Pepper Showdown (Sept. 27).
Info: eastonfarmersmarket.com
Emmaus Farmers Market
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays, May 4 through November
Location: Triangle Park (Fourth and Main streets)
Details: Offers a wide variety of seasonal local produce (fruits & vegetables) as well as meats including pastured chicken, pork and beef, local raw milk and cheeses, raw honey, prepared foods, pastries, organic breads, olive oil, roasted coffee, kombucha, flowers and herbal tinctures, and bedding plants.
Info: emmausmarket.com
Macungie Farmers Market
When: 4-7 p.m. Thursdays, May 15-Oct. 30
Location: Lumber Street just off Main Street
Details: Fresh, high quality, local produce, and food products at a convenient location.
Info: macungiefarmersmarket.com
Nazareth Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, May 3 through October
Location: Nazareth Circle, Main and Center streets
Details: The market features over 20 vendors selling locally grown produce, prepared foods and crafts including farm fresh produce, artisan cheese, homemade baked goods, flowers, peanut butter, strudel, grass-fed meats, honey, kiffles, farm fresh eggs, marinara sauce, cooking oils, as well as plants, handmade soaps, candles, dog treats and more.
Info: nazarethpanow.com
Northampton Farmers Market
When: 3-6 p.m. Tuesdays, May 6 through Sept. 30
Where: Municipal Park, Laubach Avenue and Smith Lane
Details: Locally grown, healthy food, and specialty products.
Info: northamptonboro.com/farmers-market
Saucon Valley Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays, May 4 through Nov. 23.
Where: Next to the Hellertown Library, 409 Constitution Ave.
Details: Fresh seasonal produce and unique specialty products. Events include “Art in the Park” every fourth Sunday of the month and features local artisans offering a wide variety of crafts, gifts and specialty items.
Info: https://www.svfmpa.com
Trexlertown Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays, May 3 through October.
Location: Valley Preferred Cycling Center, 1151 Mosser Road, Breinigsville
Details: Locally grown and produced items including fresh fruits and vegetables, pastured meats, local roasted coffee, fresh baked goods, and more.
Info: trexlertownfarmersmarket.com
West Ward Market
When: 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays, May 7 through Oct. 15
Location: 12th and Northampton streets between Paxinosa Elementary and Cottingham Stadium
Details: Shop fresh local and international produce and meals, music, activities and special events.
Info: westwardmarket.com
Editors note: This story was updated to correct the dates of the Coopersburg Farmers Market.
