May Events
There are lots of interesting things to do at our farmers markets!
Each month we feature activities that promote the importance of supporting regional agriculture, buying local and staying healthy! Keep informed about upcoming events by subscribing to our monthly newsletter or subscribe to the calendar section for RSS updates!
APTOS FARMERS MARKET
May 4
Annual Monterey Bay Rhododendron Society Plant Sale
The Monterey Bay Rhododendron Society is holding their annual plant sale. Many varieties available in 1 and 5 gallon pots. Arrive early for best selection!
8 am - 12 pm
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge and
Terry Beech of Sharp Quick.
8 am - 12 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
May 11
Eat Like A Greek! Greek Food Faire
Join us for a cultural celebration and preview of the upcoming annual Greek Food Faire at the Aptos Farmers Market on Saturday, May 11, from 9 am to 12 pm. Anastasia Karastamatis and other members of Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church of Santa Cruz will have traditional dishes for sale and to sample. You'll also be able to enjoy Greek coffee, pastries, and live music by bouzouki player Yanni Chronopoulos.
The three-day-long Annual Greek Food Faire in downtown Santa Cruz will begin Friday, May 17, at 5 pm in the beautiful Mediterranean Courtyard garden behind the Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church at 223 Church Street. The event continues Saturday, 11 am - 10 pm and Sunday, 12 pm - 8 pm and is open to everyone.
9 am - 12 pm
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge and
Terry Beech of Sharp Quick.
8 am - 12 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
May 18
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge and
Terry Beech of Sharp Quick.
8 am - 12 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
May 25
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge and
Terry Beech of Sharp Quick.
8 am - 12 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
MPC FARMERS MARKET
May 3
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge and
Terry Beech of Sharp Quick.
10 am - 2 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
May 10
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge and
Terry Beech of Sharp Quick.
10 am - 2 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
May 17
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge and
Terry Beech of Sharp Quick.
10 am - 2 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
May 24
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge and
Terry Beech of Sharp Quick.
10 am - 2 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
May 31
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge and
Terry Beech of Sharp Quick.
10 am - 2 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
CARMEL FARMERS MARKET
May 7
Carmel Farmers Market OPens
Carmel Farmers Market opens for the season on Tuesday, May 7, 2013.
Customers will receive free tote bags on opening day while supplies last!
Market is open from 9 am – 1 pm.
9 am - 1 pm
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge.
9 am - 1 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
May 14
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge.
9 am - 1 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
May 21
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge.
9 am - 1 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
May 28
Sharpening Services
Knife and tool sharpening by Craig Chadwick of Restoration Edge.
9 am - 1 pm
Get your gardening tools, knives and scissors sharpened while you shop!
Learn more about sharpening services>
DEL MONTE FARMERS MARKET
May 12
Del Monte Farmers Market Opens
Del Monte Farmers Market opens for the season on Sunday, May 12, 2013. Customers will receive free tote bags on opening day while supplies last! Market is open from 8 am – 12 pm.
8 am - 12 pm
May 19
Del Monte Farmers Market Open
Del Monte Farmers Market is open from 8 am – 12 pm.
8 am - 12 pm
May 26
Del Monte Farmers Market Open
Del Monte Farmers Market is open from 8 am – 12 pm.
8 am - 12 pm
COMING IN JUNE!
June 2
Sunday Breakfast at the Farmers Market
Please join Whole Foods and the Del Monte Farmers Market for our first Market Breakfast! Menu includes vegetable frittata made with farm fresh eggs, asparagus, muffins with local honey and butter, fresh summer fruit salad, breakfast sausage, juice and coffee.
Cost is $25 per person and seats are limited — go to Eventbrite to order your tickets now!
9 am - 10:30 am