On October 3rd, the Coventry Farmers’ Market was officially awarded #1 in Connecticut, #1 in the Northeast, and #2 in the Nation in the American Farmland Trust’s (AFMC) 17th annual America’s Farmers Market Celebration™.
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AFMC is the only annual ranking of the top farmers markets in the United States, as voted on by the public. Since 2008, the AFMC has showcased the incredibly important role farmers markets have in communities across the U.S. and has celebrated the farmers, staff, and volunteers that make farmers markets happen.
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In response to the Coventry Farmers’ Market being named #2 in the Nation and being awarded $2,000, Melissa Tremblay, Market Manager, said, “This recognition is a powerful reflection of the incredible community that surrounds and supports us… we believe in the power of local agriculture, connection, and celebration, and every Sunday we come together to showcase the best of Connecticut’s farms, artisans, and community spirit… We remain committed to uplifting local agriculture, fostering connection, and creating a space where community thrives.”
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Open every Sunday from 10:00am-1:00pm from June through October, the Coventry Farmers’ Market is hosted on the grounds of the beautiful Nathan Hale Homestead (2299 South Street, Coventry). The market carries the tradition of being the largest farmers’ market in Connecticut and features some of the best Connecticut-grown and made products including fresh produce, pasture-raised meat and poultry, local honey, hand-crafted soaps, and so much more. Follow on Instagram and Facebook.
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The Coventry Winter Farmers Market (the Coventry Farmers Market’s sister market) is open from November 2nd, 2025 through February 22nd, 2026 from 10:00am-12:30pm at Coventry High School (78 Ripley Hill Road, Coventry). Featuring everything from locally-grown produce to handmade accessories to hand-crafted soaps, there’s something for everyone! Stay up-to-date on their rotating vendor line-up by subscribing to the weekly newsletter and follow them on Instagram and Facebook.
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