We’ve got the scoop on winter farmers’ markets in Greenville, SC – where local vendors move during this time of year. These family-friendly markets highlight not only your familiar, trusted sellers of produce, breads, and artisanal goods, but some also offer entertainment and fun for the whole family.
This article includes:
Frosty Farmer Winter Market
Greenville State Farmers Market
Buzzy Bee Farmers Market
Frosty Farmer Winter Market
Jan 3 – Apr 18, 2026
Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm
McAlister Square 225 S Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville, SC
Stay up-to-date on all happenings through their Frosty Farmer Facebook or Instagram
History and Location
The former mall, McAlister Square, also known as University Center, is a large indoor space with fabulous parking that usually sits empty on the weekends. Shontel Babb, Market Manager, dreamed up the idea of continuing the Greenville Saturday farmers market tradition by moving it indoors during the winter months. Babb owns a sweet potato pie business and sells her pies at the TD Saturday market during the warmer months.
Vendors
There are a total of around 200 vendors attached to the market offering a variety of locally grown and in-season produce, meats, dairy products, eggs, honey, kombucha, salsa, pasta, coffee, baked goods, cheeses, microgreens, lotions, tinctures, and so much more. Some only have one market date while others attend every week or every other week.
Because the space is HUGE, and vendors do not need to worry about setting up tents in various weather conditions, there are even more vendors that you might not meet at traditional farmers markets. These can include craftsmen, artisans, woodworkers, and book sellers.
Many vendors gladly accept SNAP/EBT payment for eligible food items! There will be a welcome sign displayed at participating tables. Visit the Market Information booth to purchase market bucks that can be redeemed for eligible items using your EBT card. As an extra benefit that supports both vendors and families, when someone spends at least five dollars on their SNAP card, they receive $15 in Healthy Bucks that they can use for fruits and vegetables!
The Experience
Even if you don’t buy a thing from the market, browsing the stalls and taking in some of the entertainment options can make for a fun family friendly outing on winter weekends. A bounce house is usually set up for children, lively music is DJed over the speakers, and there are pop-up free yoga sessions adjacent to the market.
Some vendors offer pre-made breakfast grits bowls, breakfast breads, and coffee to hold in hand while you shop. The indoor space is also permanently host to an Eggs Up Grill location, which is open even before the market starts. So, you can grab breakfast before shopping and make a whole morning of it!
Photos submitted by Frosty Farmer Market Manager
Greenville State Farmers Market
Year-round
Monday-Saturday 8am – 6pm
1354 Rutherford Rd, Greenville
Find information about upcoming events and what’s in season at the Greenville State Famer’s Market Facebook or Instagram
One of three state farmers markets, this building sells produce, meats, cheeses, plants, and various other local minded products year-round. It has been an integral part of the community since at least the 1940s. It was once under the oversight of the Greenville County Marketing Commission and then under the management of the South Carolina Department of Agriculture. Now, after being sold in 2017, it operates as a retail market on approximately 4 acres and continues its proud tradition.
During specific months of the year, Saturdays are dedicated to small local vendors. Other special events like holiday oriented market days pop up occasionally throughout the year.
Buzzy Bee Farmers Market
Sept 7 – Dec 21, 2025 & Jan 4 – Mar 29, 2026
Sundays 11 am – 3 pm
New Realm Brewing at 912 S. Main St. – outside on the grass
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**Note: When we visited this market in December, it featured many crafts and artisanal goods and very few produce/food items. Still a lovely experience. Just don’t expect to go grocery shopping here in the wintertime.
To address a lack of farmers’ markets on Sundays, local entrepreneur and jewelry/crystal business owner Vicky Lieb worked with New Realm’s event coordinator to open up a Sunday event.
The market is located outside on the grassy area next to New Realm Brewing and highlights artisan goods, handmade crafts, and unique specialty items. There is room for around 50 vendors each weekend. As an added benefit, food and drink are always available inside the brewery and while shopping the market.
Where do you like to do your shopping in the winter months?
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