Monday, 6 June, 2011 11:27
by Sarah Madalyn McKinney
This past Saturday, June 4 the Shreveport Farmers’ Market welcomed over 12,000 people on its opening day. “It was absolutely phenomenal,” said Noma Fowler-Sandlin, market manager of the Shreveport Farmers’ Market. This year marks the 25th consistent year of the present Farmers’ Market as we know it. This year’s Market is also being labeled the largest in its history with 148 booths spread out over two pavilions at Festival Plaza in downtown Shreveport.
This is what you need to know if you plan to go. The Shreveport Farmers’ Market is now open on Saturdays from seven a.m. to noon until September 3, and beginning tomorrow Tuesday, June 7 stop by anytime three p.m. to six p.m. until July 19. Also, Tuesday markets will feature live local musical entertainment for market goers to enjoy while they shop. Because The Farmers’ Market is located under a pavilion it is what we call a ‘rain or shine’ event, meaning that the show will go one unless a severe weather alert is issued by the National Weather Service.
Meter parking is available on streets surrounding Festival Plaza and behind Riverview Hall, and handicapped parking is available on Commerce Street and in the Overlook Lot close to the pavilion. Note that on Saturdays parking is free at meters. Free parking is also available at the parking lot closest to Sci-Port adjacent to the J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Regional Visitors’ Center.
There is no admission to the Shreveport Farmers’ Market. For additional information click here. One of our favorite insider tips: Stop by on Tuesday to get your sweet corn! It’s a hot item, and lines are typically shorter on Tuesdays. So, bring your cash, your bags and your walking shoes. The 2011 Shreveport Farmers’ Market is open and ready for one HOT season!