Jan 6, 2023

If you want farm-fresh crisp fruit and veggies, delicious home bakes, and exquisite handmade goods, take a drive in a spacious Cadillac Escalade to the best farmer’s markets in and around Lafayette, LA. Enjoy the vibrant and friendly market atmosphere and browse stalls selling top-quality products from local farmers, artists, and crafters.

4 Farmer’s Markets in Driving Distance of Lafayette, LA

1. The Lafayette Farmer’s and Artisans’ Market

Head to the Lafayette Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market for farm-fresh fruits and veggies, delicious baked goods, beautiful craftwork, and artisanal creations. The market is held in the shade of oak trees in Moncus Park, an ideal spot for farmers, crafters, and artisans to sell their wares.

The market has a lovely festive atmosphere and a wide selection of chemical-free fruits and veggies, free-range eggs, dairy straight from the cows, grass-fed meats, and locally produced honey.

Address and Hours

The Lafayette Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market is held every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon in Moncus Park at 2913 Johnston Street in Lafayette.  

2. The Hub City Farmer’s Market

The Hub City Farmer’s Market is a producer-only market where you can socialize, chat with the local vendors, and relax with a refreshing glass of lemonade. Browse the stalls for freshly picked farm fruits, veggies, microgreens, and herbs, and buy pasture-raised beef, pork, turkey, duck, and chicken.

There is a mouthwatering selection of fresh home-baked goodies, pickles, jellies, jams, and natural beauty products. On the third Saturday of the month, local artists join the market to display their works.

Address and Hours

The Hub City Farmer’s Market is at 461 Heymann Boulevard in Lafayette every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon.

3. Carencro Cultural District Farmer’s Market

Take a quick 8.5-mile drive to the popular Carencro Cultural District Farmer’s Market, where family and neighbors gather to purchase top-quality locally produced products. Browse through stalls displaying cut flowers, herbs, handcrafted cheeses, coffee beans, freshly squeezed juices, baked goods, jams, and honey. There’s also a choice of fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, milk, seafood, fish, and meat.  

Address and Hours

The Carencro Cultural District Farmer’s Market is at 210 East St. Peter Street in Carencro every

4. The Martinville Creole Farmer’s Market

The Martinville Creole Farmer’s Market is a bit further afield but well worth the 16.3-mile drive to enjoy the atmosphere of a traditional farmers market. Here you will find the region’s finest homegrown and handmade products, fresh seafood, and exquisite arts and crafts from local vendors.

It’s a friendly spot where friends and neighbors gather to catch up and buy healthy, farm-fresh seasonal fruits, crispy veggies, and beautifully made goods.

Address and Hours

The Martinville Creole Farmer’s Market is every Saturday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. from April through December on the corner of Evangeline Boulevard and Main Street in downtown St. Martinville.

Pop in at the markets for a wide selection of farm-fresh produce, home bakes, and beautiful arts and crafts and support the area’s local farmers, crafters, and artists. While you’re out and about, swing by Service Cadillac today and test drive one of the new 2023 models on the showroom floor.


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