Officials are used the occasion to push everyone to buy their produce locally. On top of helping the Southern Nevada economy, it also has an environmental upside. Buying local will cut things like oil for the transportation of vegetables from miles and miles away. Also, locally-grown food is fresher because any food you buy at a farmers market was harvested in the past couple of days, while anything from a major grower had to be shipped for days.
Nevada's fruits and veggies push comes as Americans fall short of nutritional guidelines. According to the health department, 80% do not eat enough fruits, and 90% do not eat enough vegetables. A healthy diet of both is crucial to avoiding chronic illnesses.
Below is information about a few local Farmers Markets in town.
Intuitive Foragers Farmers Market
Part of the Intuitive Forager Farmer’s Market. Follow them on Facebook for details and market selection.
300 N. Casino Center Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89101
(702) 953-4321
Fridays, 9:00 am – 2:00 PM
Fresh52 Farmer’s and Artisan Market
Open since 2010, Fresh52 farmers & artisan market is a lively, friendly, open air market where neighbors and friends come together to celebrate their community.
Sansone Park Place
(on Eastern between Serene and Silverado Ranch)
9480 S. Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89123
(702) 900-2552
Sundays, 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
Tivoli Village
400 S Rampart Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89145
Saturday 10am – 3pm
Las Vegas Farmers Market
The Las Vegas Farmer’s Market offers the following locations across the Las Vegas Valley.
1600 North Rampart Boulevard, Las Vegas NV 89102
Wednesday, 2pm – 8pm
Water Street/Downtown Henderson
240 S. Water Street
Thursdays, 9am – 4pm
Skye Canyon Farmers Market
10111 W Skye Canyon Park Dr, 89166
Thursdays, 2pm – 7pm
Henderson Pavilion
200 S. Green Valley Parkway
Fridays, 9am – 2pm
1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas NV 89135
Saturday, 9am – 2pm
Southern Highlands
11411 Southern Highlands Parkway
Sunday 9am -2pm
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Disclaimer: These events are listed as a community service. Vegas Family Guide is not responsible for any changes that may occur including cancellations. Please double check events times and locations before making plans.
Also, check out lasvegasfarmersmarket.com for more!