In the spring of 2015, the Ross Ferry Stewardship Society and community members came together to create a Farmers' Market.

 

Despite the short planning time—it began in April 2015—the market quickly took shape. Vendors set up their booths in the truck bays of the Ross Ferry Fire Department, and the market soon became an essential part of our Summer Sundays.

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The market has two main goals: to promote the use and production of local food and to foster a sense of community by bringing people together for social interaction and connection.

 

In 2020, COVID-19 made a small indoor market impossible due to restrictions. However, our committee was determined to keep the market alive. After much discussion, we introduced a new model—the Farm Gate Market. This approach worked well in both 2020 and 2021, with customers driving along Kempt Head Road, stopping at vendors' locations. The Sunday drive itself became a delightful bonus.

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In 2022, we can once again host markets both indoors and outdoors. Some vendors prefer indoor spaces, so we have partnered with two fire departments to provide indoor venues. Meanwhile, many food vendors have chosen to remain at their properties. As a result, the market now features a mix of Farm Gate and community locations.

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Our vendors are ready to welcome you at their Farm Gates, the Ross Ferry Fire Hall, or the Ross Ferry Fire Hall. 

 

The Ross Ferry Markey is more than just a Sunday drive—come and experience the Ross Ferry Market community!