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The thirteenth Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market for the 2018 season will be held this Saturday morning August 25th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 19th & Buddy Holly.
The August 18th market started out with a strong rain storm! Although it created a wet early morning, we were able to open on schedule. And in Lubbock this time of year, rain is always welcome! Due to some farmers not being able to get into the wet fields to harvest their crops, we were down to around 35 vendors in total. We would like to thank all of the dedicated vendors who were able to ride out the morning rain storm and all of the determined shoppers who attended the market.
The number of produce vendors continues to increase as new crops are beginning to reach their ideal harvest time. Our collection of local agriculture producers from vendors including Onion Shed Farms, E3 Farms. Block 20 Produce, Zuke’s Farm, Vonnie’s Veggies, Revolution Farms, Sunburst Farms, Wild Bill’s Veggies Rose Farms and more were selling farm fresh produce. Products in season that were offered by these vendors were
Squash, Onions, Fresh Eggs, Micro Greens, Spring Mix, Spinach, Kale, Chard, Stir Fry Mix, Beets, Radishes, Snap Peas, Dill, Sunflower Shoots, Pea Shoots, Rainbow Mix, Radish Shoots, Turnips, Watermelons, Cantaloupes, Peaches, Apples, Black-Eyed Peas, and fresh Tomatoes! The number and variety of vine ripened tomatoes has increased significantly and will improve even further as the season progresses. There were also plenty of early season peaches and black-eyed peas at this market. The Orchard had their first offering of Gala Apples last market, They were very popular and there should be an even larger variety at this upcoming market as well. Expect an even larger variety of local produce and food options as the season progresses and more produce is harvested.
The large number of guests attending this market were well fed. We had prepared food offerings from
the La Picosita, Hanks Chicken, Native Vida, We Be Taco’n and More. There were also plenty of cold and hot beverage choices from The Stand, The Coffee Can, and Golden Stripe Coffee. And don’t Forget all of the fresh baked goods and sweets from vendors such as Amor Cocoa, Percy’s Bakery, Heaven Sent Gluten Free Foods, Sooo Granola and Sarita’s Organic Tortilla’s organic dessert empanadas and churro cookies. Sarita’s are now selling a wider selection of fresh made tamales! They have become a market favorite…be sure to try them at this week’s market.
The Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market provides a family friendly environment and offers a safe, exciting environment in downtown Lubbock. We are also very dog friendly for our well behaved, leashed four-legged visitors. Many of our vendors provide dog bowls to keep your fur babies well hydrated. Our vendor, Sweet Pup Treats sell fresh made doggy treats and The Stand even offers Doggie Snow Cones! Each week we take a photo of the Dog of The Day sponsored by The Tornado Gallery. Congrats to Mason. He’s our August 18th Tornado Gallery ‘Dog of the Day!’ He braved the rain and was spotted at the Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market. Way to go Mason…he’s a good boy! If your dog has been DOTD this year or last, stop by Tornado Gallery for your gift!
Visit the Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market Saturday, August 25th at 19th and Buddy Holly Ave from 9:00AM to 1:00PM for a taste of downtown Lubbock, and the finest in local produce, meat, dairy, cheese. baked goods and arts. We are a kid friendly, dog friendly, family event in the heart of the Depot District. The market will be held every Saturday morning through October 13th. We hope to see you this Saturday!