Our Activities
We have a host of programs and events to celebrate our community and the flavor, family, and fun atmosphere every week.
Entertainment / Performances
Friendly Competitions
Kids Activities
Cooking Demos
Our Events
Every market is a unique day, but we have some special events throughout the year to celebrate holidays, the community, and its history.
Opening Day - April 1st
To mark Opening Day – April 1st – the Market will host a friendly competition for the neighborhood and greater Athens – the Athens Baked Cookie Contest. Amateur bakers are encouraged to bring their best-baked cookies to the market and be judged by a panel of local experts. The grand prize will be a market tote filled with market goodies from participating vendors that day. Judging and presentation will happen from 12:30 - 2 PM.
May Day (May 6, 2023)
Every year on the first Saturday in May, we host our May Day Celebration. May Day marks the changing of the seasons, and we invite you to celebrate with us through music, festivities, and of course, the maypole dedication in the garden!
We will also be hosting the first annual Athens Berry Pie Contest. Stay tuned for details on how you can enter!
Juneteenth (June 17, 2023)
Juneteenth (“June” plus “nineteenth”) is the oldest national celebration of the ending of slavery in the United States. With our roots in an African-American community, our Juneteenth Festival is a day to celebrate African-American freedom and achievement.
Youth Day (September 30, 2023)
A celebration of Athens' youth!
Fall Festival (October 28, 2023)
Celebrate all things fall with us! Featuring trick or treating, costumes, seasonal crafts, live music, a haunted house, and more!
African American Heritage & Urban Agriculture Festival (November 18, 2023)
Partnering with the Athens Area Black History Committee, we host our annual Athens Heritage and Urban Agriculture Festival, celebrating African - American history and traditions, particularly those surrounding the West Broad School and urban agriculture.
Holiday Market (December 16, 2023)
As the final market of the year, we go out in trademark holiday style. With holiday-themed kids' activities, a variety of live music, seasonal crafts, cook-offs, and more, we celebrate the December holidays in a fun, heartwarming style.
Upcoming Markets
