We love supporting our local farmers and buying locally-grown produce and handmade goods. Plus, it's fun for the whole family to visit and see unique one-of-a-kind items in Acadia and St. Landry. Many of these Acadia-St. Landry markets also have live music and food vendors for a great day of family fun.
Here are a few things to note before heading out to Acadia-St. Landry Farmer's Markets:
- Bring your own containers or bags!
- Bring cash as some Acadia-St. Landry farmers and artisans market stands may not take credit cards.
- Some farmer and artisans markets in Acadia-St. Landry might have rules or requests in place. Please check their websites or social media sites before heading out!
- These markets are typically held outdoors and may be affected by inclement weather. Always check the sites or social media pages for updates on possible cancelations prior to heading to a market, especially if it's not in your own hometown, to avoid any inconvenience.
Here are the details on Acadia Parish Farmers markets and St. Landry Parish Markets:
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Farmer's markets in Acadia Parish typically open on a Saturday once a month. Here are some of the Farmer's and Artisan's Markets you can find around Acadia Parish this month! If you know of a local market not listed tell us about it and we will add to our list!
Church Point Artisans Market
When: Usually held on the first Saturday of the month
What: Handmade, homemade or locally-raised items ranging in a wide variety
Where: The Old Train Depot
More information: Follow their Facebook Page for updates
One Crowley Artisans Market
When: The 2nd Saturday and 4th Saturday of the month.
What: A vast selection of unique handmade items, food vendors,
Where: 10 N. Parkerson Ave.
More information: Follow their Facebook Page for updates.
Rayne's Marketplace
When: Once a quarter on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9am - 1pm
What: Home-grown and handmade items
Where: The Depot
More information: Visit the Rayne Chamber of Commerce Event Page or contact the City of Rayne for information.
Robin Farms
When: Market open dates may vary.
What: Fresh picked produce, homemade food items.
Where: 317 Houston Richard Rd. in Church Point
More Information: Follow them on Facebook for updates.
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Eunice Farmer's Market
When: Select Saturdays
What: Seasonal fruits and vegetables, jellies, jams, sweet dough pies, and more
Where: Tractor Supply Eunice
More information: Follow Eunice Farmers Market at Tractor Supply on FB for more info.
Opelousas Farmer’s Market
When: Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday from 6:30am -9:30am
More information: Contact City of Opelousas at 337-948-6263 or tourism@cityofopelousas.com
Opelousas Maker's Market
When: The last Saturday of the month from 10am - 2pm.
What: Local artisans, baked goods, and more with live music.
Where: Courthouse Square
More Information: Contact the organizer through Java Square
Sunrise Farmer's Market
When: First Saturday of the month
What: Local art, handmade crafts, and food as well as live music
Where: Sunset Antique Market, 151 Leo Richard Lane
More information: Follow their FB page for updates or call 337-212-2091 for more information.
Washington Main Street Market
When: Held on a month by month basis, varies. Check the community calendar for upcoming dates.
Where: Washington Main Street, Washington Pavilion
What: Shop local vendors and artisans accompanied with live music, good food and family fun!
More info: For questions or to become a vendor contact Laura Wilson 337-351-4244.
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Bien-Aime Farm
What: Blueberries and Blackberries
When: *Update - there will be no u-pick season for 2023.
Where: 1208 Hwy 357 Church Point
More information: Visit their website or find on Facebook for more details!
Be's Pickles
What: Pickles and pickled veggies, salsas, jams, jellies, fruit butter, and more
When: Open dates and hours vary
Where: 109 Destiny Ln. Iota,
More information: For information on available days and hours of operation or any other questions call 337-368-8748.
Eunice Community Garden & 3rd Day Gardens
What: Fresh picked produce by season
When: Summer hours are Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 8am - 12:00pm
Where: 2101 W. Ash Eunice (Behind the DMV)
More Information: For questions or after hours contact 337-580-2993
ICCR Dairy Farms
What: A goat dairy farm that specializes in milk, cheese, yogurt, kefir, caramel sauce and more. Availability may vary
When: Mon-Sunday from 7am - 7pm
Where: 1533 Lourdes Rd. Church Point. You can also find their products in local grocery stores, see their FB Page for a list of available stores. Product availability will vary.
More information: For tours of the farm, product availability and all other questions call 337-552-3170.
T. Moise Farms LLC.
What: Pasture-raised Berkshire Pork, grass-fed & grass-finished beef, pasture-raised poultry & eggs, milk, raw honey, and much more
When: Store front hours may vary
Where: 683 Bearb Rd. Sunset
More information: Follow their FB page for updates and locations at local farmer's markets. For questions or inquiries call 337-520-0529
Makin' Groceries Mobile Markets |
Second Harvest Makin' Groceries Mobile Markets provide locally-grown produce, dairy products and other staple items at discounted prices, plus free educational and nutritional resources for local communities across 6 different parishes, including Acadia and St. Landry. Cash/Credit/Debit and SNAP are accepted. For more information on this program, visit no-hunger.org/mobilemarket.
*Please note dates are subject to change pending weather, holidays, location rotations, and other factors.
Barousse Family Clinic
408 W. Canal Street, Church Point
Times: First Wednesday of the month. Follow their FB page for updates or call 337-684-8001 for information.
Palmetto Elementary
235 Rideau Rd., Palmetto
Times: 2nd Tuesday of the month: 9:30am-11:30am
Southeast Community Center
101 City Ave., Eunice
Times: 2nd Tuesday of the month; 9am - 11am
Gary Soileau Community Center
216 Park Street, Krotz Springs
Times: 3rd Tuesday of the month; 9am - 1pm
Call 337-566-2322 for information
Love of Christ Church
1120 W. Hutchinson Ave, Crowley
Times: Rotates each month, 9am-11am
Typically held on the 3rd or last Wednesday of the month
Contact 337-514-1806 or check their FB page for updates
Weightless Women Wellness Center
1211 W. Vine Street, Opelousas
337-678-1423
Times: 4th Tuesday of the month; 9am-11am
Check the community calendar or contact the Wellness Center to confirm dates/times.
You may also want to check out our community resources guide on Local Food Pantry locations.
Local Honey Farms
Bischoff Honey
Location: Eunice
Contact: 337-580-6061
Follow their FB Page for retail locations and local markets where you can find their honey.
Humble Hives Pure Honey
Location: Port Barre
Contact: Nicholas Tardiff 337-692-1570
Sunshine & Clay Hives
Location: Acadia Parish and Lafayette
Contact: 337-257-3937
Follow their FB Page for updates on locations/farmer's markets.
Wright Honey - Melancon's Apiary
Location: South Louisiana
Contact: Lonnie & Timmie Melancon 337-412-4752
Do you have a favorite spot to take your family for pick-your-own produce or a farmer's/artisans market in Acadia-St. Landry that you don't see listed here? Let me know at mackidacadia@macaronikid.com and we'll add it to our list!
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