Tomato Day!! July 27th at the Hendersonville Farmers Market
Hendersonville Farmers Market to celebrate fourth annual Tomato Day
HENDERSONVILLE, NC (July 24, 2024) – As the crop reaches peak season in Western North Carolina, Hendersonville Farmers Market will celebrate the humble tomato with a special event. Shoppers are invited to enjoy a day of tomato-filled fun during regular market hours on Saturday, July 27 (8am until 1pm at 650 Maple Street).
In addition to a plethora of locally produced goods from seasonal vendors, the market will feature the following tomato-themed activities:
Free Tomato Sammies
Half-sized tomato sandwiches will be offered free of charge while supplies last, using only the classic ingredients of bread, mayonnaise, and fresh Henderson County tomatoes. Watch the volunteer-run sandwich operation in real-time! Big thanks to Underground Bakery and Mini Batch Bakery for providing the bread for this years Sammies.
Kids’ Corner: Tomato Craft
The Kid’s will lead a take-home craft inspired by tomatoes! Bring your little ones to create their own tomato-themed masterpiece and enjoy a fun, hands-on activity at the Farmers Market. Perfect for sparking creativity and making lasting memories. See you there!
Tomato Beauty Pageant
Which vendor will take home the Tomato Day crown? Come and cast your vote for your favorite tomato and celebrate the star of the season. Enjoy the festivities and be a part of the excitement as we honor our local farmers and their delicious produce.
Terrye Tomato Mascot
Can you spot Terrye Tomato, the local tomato mascot? This cheery, human-sized tomato will be happily strolling the market, dancing along to the live music, and posing for photos with shoppers. Be sure to stop and say hello!
Approximately 40 vendors will be at the market on Tomato Day with an expansive selection of tomatoes, and even experimental varieties varying in color, taste, and size. Other products at the market range from locally grown produce and meat to fresh coffee, baked goods, cut flowers, plants and artisan crafts.
Shoppers can enjoy live music from local acoustic music group Fiddlin’ Ryn who will play at the Depot, and Little Ryns’, who will play at the Jam Tent.
Special thanks to the Hendersonville Farmers Market Presenting Sponsor Pardee UNC Health Care. Additional season sponsors include Wag! A Unique Pet Boutique, Next Home, Duke Energy, Caroline Ericson, Hendersonville Community Co-op, Self-Help Credit Union, Zerorez Asheville, Joyce windows, baths, and sunrooms, Honeybee Bliss, Minibatch Bakery, The Summit at Hendersonville, Printville, Discover Hometown Magazine
The Hendersonville Farmers Market is coordinated and managed by the City of Hendersonville’s Downtown Program and the Friends of Downtown Hendersonville 501c3 nonprofit organization. For more information, visit hendersonvillefarmersmarket.org.