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May 2, 2026

Multicultural Festival Happening Today at LaFayette Farmers Market

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A celebration of culture, food, and community is happening today in Walker County.

The “Corners of the World” Multicultural Festival is taking place this morning from 9 AM to 1 PM at the LaFayette Farmers Market Pavilion on East Villanow Street.

Organizers say the event will transform the market into an international experience, featuring over 70 vendors, a global marketplace, and interactive cultural stations for all ages.

Visitors can enjoy a variety of international foods, along with live music ranging from Irish and blues to reggae.

Guests are also encouraged to dress in clothing that represents their culture or one they admire, adding to the celebration of diversity.

Organizers say it’s a great opportunity to experience cultures from around the world—right in the heart of downtown LaFayette.

April 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

LaFayette Farmers Market Opening Day Happening Today

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The LaFayette Farmers Market kicks off its 2026 season today with its annual Opening Day Market and Plant Sale at the Farmers Market Pavilion on East Villanow Street.

The event runs from 9 AM until 1 PM and features more than 70 local farmers, makers, and bakers offering fresh produce, plants, and handmade goods. Organizers say all items sold at the market are grown or made within 50 miles of LaFayette, supporting local farms and small businesses.

Visitors can also enjoy food, music, and family-friendly activities. A special “Kids Grow Here” area includes seed planting and a scavenger hunt to help children get excited about gardening and agriculture.

The opening day event marks the start of another season focused on local agriculture, small businesses, and community connection in Northwest Georgia.

April 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry Farms Farmers Market Returns April 18 In Rome

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The Berry Farms Farmers Market is set to return this Saturday, April 18, offering a wide selection of locally grown and handcrafted goods in Rome.

The market, a student-run enterprise from Berry College, will be held from 9 AM until 12 PM at the Westcott parking lot on the Berry College campus.

Shoppers can expect a variety of fresh and locally sourced items, including Angus beef, herbs, potted plants, artisan cheeses, honey, and beeswax products, along with handcrafted goods produced by students and local vendors.

The market highlights products from Berry’s Season’s Harvest program and other student-led enterprises, giving visitors a chance to support both local agriculture and student entrepreneurship.

Organizers say the event is a great opportunity for the community to explore fresh products while supporting Berry College students and their hands-on learning experiences.

February 17, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

LaFayette Farmers Market Now Accepting Vendor Applications for 2026 Season

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LaFayette Farmers Market-GA is inviting local makers, growers, and producers to apply to become vendors for the 2026 market season. Market organizers say the LaFayette Farmers Market is a producer-only, community-centered market focused on supporting local agriculture, artisans, and small businesses—welcoming vendors who grow it, raise it, bake it, or make it.

All vendors, including those who participated in past seasons, are required to re-apply for 2026. The market will run Saturdays from April 25 through August 29, operating 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., rain or shine, in Downtown LaFayette, Georgia.

Vendor applications are available online HERE