University City Farmers Market Kicks Off the 2025 Season!

University City Farmers Market returns for another exciting season — bringing farm-fresh goods, artisan products, and vibrant community spirit to the heart of University City! Join us every Saturday from May through October, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, at NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities (6010 Jasmine Lane, Charlotte, NC 28262).

Nestled alongside the scenic boardwalk at the lake, our market is proud to be the only farmers market in University City, serving more than 175,000 residents with fresh produce, local goods, and memorable experiences.

What’s Fresh This Year:

🫛 Four Local Farms
  - Jungle Gem Company
  - Zane Acres Farm
  - Dover Farms & Vineyard
  - Chunks Chicken

🫛 New Honey Vendor
  - Bizzy Bee, offering local, raw honey

🫛 Seasonal Produce & Artisan Goods
  - Fresh fruits and vegetables, pasture-raised meats, baked goods, jams, pickles, and handmade crafts

🫛 Handcrafted Bouquets
  - Beautiful, fresh-cut flowers from See Angel Flowers

🫛 Weekly Produce Boxes
  - Curated boxes of locally grown produce, available for pre-order

More Than a Market

🫛 Live music and pop-up chef tastings each Saturday
🫛 Family-friendly atmosphere with lakefront views and boardwalk access
🫛 Convenient location with free parking and nearby dining

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University City Farmers Market is proudly presented by University City Partners, with support from community sponsors like NOVEL University Place and a wide network of small businesses and volunteers who make this market thrive.

Opening Day: Saturday, May 3, 2025
Come experience where community grows — at the lake, in the heart of University City.

Website: www.univcitymarket.org

Follow along for updates and weekly vendor highlights:
Instagram: @univcitymkt
Facebook: University City Farmers Market

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