The Bennington Farmers' Market is starting its outdoor season in a new location! Starting May 1, the market will be located a few blocks north to the wooded glen in front of the deer park, along Route 7 North. The market will provide ample shaded green space for browsing the market's growing roster of vendors. The new location also makes it possible for the market to continue to offer curbside pickup service for customers who choose to order their local produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, and other staples online. While the location lies a bit further from downtown, it remains easily reached by foot, by bike, or by public transit: Green Mountain Express serves the location multiple times on Saturdays during market hours. In addition, a full lineup of music will return to the market this summer.

The Bennington Farmers' Market summer season runs from the beginning of May through the end of October, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday (rain or shine!). Admission is free, and parking is available by the Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce or in front of the District Court and State Office Building (100 Veterans Memorial Drive for those who prefer to navigate by GPS). Until further notice, masks and physical distancing are required of all vendors and customers at the market.

For more information, visit BenningtonFarmersMarket.org or BenningtonFM.EatFromFarms.com.