5 Local Markets in Bryan, Texas
Bryan, Texas is home to many markets featuring local produce and artisan goods handmade by vendors in the Bryan-College Station area. Each market is unique from a long-standing weekly farmers’ market to an indoor mini-artisan mall featuring over 75 vendors!
1. The Farmers' Market In Brazos County
The Farmers' Market In Brazos County aims to connect the general public with locally produced food and serve as a resource for learning about local agriculture. This market takes place every Saturday rain or shine from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM in Historic Downtown Bryan and features produce, meats, specialty foods, and artisan goods. It’s a great stop for taking home some local goods.
Have your furry friend with you? The market is outdoors and pet-friendly! So feel free to bring along your furry pal.
2. The Local at Lake Walk
Held monthly at Lake Walk, The Local is an outdoor market featuring various goods and crafts curated by artisans, farmers, producers, and crafters from across the Brazos Valley. From fresh foods including bread and honey, to homemade soaps and handcrafted jewelry, The Local features a variety of vendors at every market. During the summer months and holidays be sure to attend The Local's Night Bazaar markets too!
The Bryan Lake Walk neighborhood and is the perfect destination for a leisurely afternoon since it’s within walking distance to spas, shopping, and dining. Stay tuned as The Local's schedule is released!
3. The Farm Patch Market
The Farm Patch Market is an Aggieland tradition, having originally opened back in 1974 as a simple produce stand in Bryan's Midtown. Today, The Farm Patch Market features a variety of plants, fresh produce, and imported goods.
In the springtime, The Farm Patch's Garden Center is packed full of houseplants, vegetable plants, fruit trees, and a variety of tools, pots, and more to help bring your spring garden to life! In the fall season, Farm Patch opens its pumpkin patch for children and families to find that perfect pumpkin to decorate.
4. Love Downtown Local
Love Downtown Local is an indoor marketplace located in Historic Downtown Bryan home to over 75 vendors consisting of artisans, creators, and resale vendors. When you visit this market you can find a variety of goods from local vendors including jewelry, clothing, home goods, pet items, and so much more. You can visit this mini-artisan mall seven days a week!
5. First Friday
When you think of First Friday in Historic Downtown Bryan you’re probably thinking of the events, activities, and restaurants. But did you know that First Fridays also have a market with local goods? You can find vendors from The Farmers' Market In Brazos County along with artists and food trucks with booths throughout downtown on the first Friday of every month.
Whether you’re shopping for fresh produce, tasty baked goods, or the perfect gift, you can find plenty of goodies at First Friday from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Follow Destination Bryan on Instagram for updates on First Friday!
Bonus Spot: The Bee Community
The Bee Community is a unique marketplace with goods created and sold by adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This market was originally founded in 2018 with the goal for everyone, regardless of ability and capacity, to experience the dignity and purpose that comes from employment. You can find home goods, jewelry, pet, and kid items at The Bee Community Monday through Friday each week.
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