Market Square Farmers Market

The Market Square Farmers Market is an open-air, producer-only farmers market managed by Nourish Knoxville and held throughout the year in the heart of downtown Knoxville.

Everything at the Market Square Farmers Market is grown, raised, or made by our vendors within a 150-mile radius of Knoxville, TN. Products vary by season and include fresh fruits & vegetables, eggs, honey, pasture-raised meats, edible & ornamental plants, cut flowers, bread & baked goods, jams & jellies, coffee, artisan crafts, and more!

Hours of Operation & Location

May – October

Wednesday
10 AM to 1 PM
Market Square

Saturday
9 AM to 1 PM
Market Square, Union Avenue,
and Market Street

November – March

Wednesday
CLOSED

Saturday
10 AM to 2 PM
Union Avenue and Market Street

Market Closures

The month of April

The week of Thanksgiving, Christmas, & New Year’s

Last-minute closures due to severe weather or other circumstances will be shared on our social media pages:

Parking & Public Transit

KAT Bus

KAT transit routes serving the Knoxville Station Transit Center are just a few blocks from Market Square. Visit KAT for more information and to plan your route to market.

eScooters & eBikes

eScooters and eBikes are a fun and easy way to get to the market! You’ll find them for rent throughout downtown Knoxville. Just remember: park them responsibly outside the market footprint and never ride through the market. For more information, check out Visit Knoxville’s dedicated Scooters & e-Bike webpage.

Walking & Bicycling

Walking and biking to the market is a great option. For more about bicycle facilities, alternative transportation routes, and bicycle facilities plans, visit the City of Knoxville’s Alternative Transportation webpage.

Parking

Wednesdays: Hourly parking is available at four nearby parking garages: Market Square, Locust Street, Langley, and State Street. Short-term parking meters are also available at an hourly rate around Market Square. 24/7 free parking options can be found here.

Saturdays: Free parking is available at three nearby garages: *Locust Street, *Langley, and State Street. The Market Square garage charges a $3 flat parking rate on Saturdays. Short-term parking meters are also available at an hourly rate around Market Square. * The Locust Street and Langley garages charge on UT home football game days.

For more details on downtown Knoxville parking, visit the Downtown Knoxville Alliance parking page.

Market Programs

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All Market Programs

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any ATMs available?

Most vendors accept card payments, but if a vendor doesn’t accept card or their system is down, you can visit a surrounding ATM or purchase Market Money tokens in $5 increments with a credit or debit card from the information booth that spend like cash at the market. $2 ATM fee applies per Market Money transaction.

Can I bring my pets?

We love your furry friends, but for everyone’s safety and comfort, leashed dogs are only allowed in designated pet-friendly areas and outside the market footprint. Please look for signage or ask staff if you’re unsure.

Are there public restrooms?

Public restrooms are available on the ground floor of the Market Square Garage.

Are there any water refill stations?

Stay hydrated! A free bottle refill station is located at the south end of Market Square between the pocket park and interactive fountains, May – October.

How do I become a vendor?

Visit our Become a Vendor page for details on vendor eligibility and information on applying to our markets.

Are there any volunteer opportunities?

Visit our Become a Volunteer page for details on volunteer opportunities with Nourish Knoxville.

My question wasn’t answered…

If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us through our Contact Us submission form, or directly at markets@nourishknoxville.org.

The Market Square Farmers Market is an open-air, producer-only farmers market managed by Nourish Knoxville and held throughout the year in the heart of downtown Knoxville.

Hours of Operation & Location

May – October

November – March

Market Closures

Parking & Public Transit

Market Programs

SNAP &
Double Up
Food Bucks

Nourish Moves

Nourish Kids

Frequently Asked Questions

Sponsors

Market Square Farmers Market

The Market Square Farmers Market is an open-air, producer-only farmers market managed by Nourish Knoxville and held throughout the year in the heart of downtown Knoxville.

Hours of Operation & Location

May – October

November – March

Market Closures

Parking & Public Transit

Market Programs

SNAP &Double Up Food Bucks

Nourish Moves

Nourish Kids

Frequently Asked Questions

Sponsors

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SNAP &
Double Up
Food Bucks