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April
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Revitalize Your Spring with Flavors from Twin Cities Farmers Markets | Counselor Realty

Cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients is one of our favorite hobbies, so you'll often find us at some of the area's best farmers markets around spring and summertime. With so many amazing markets near these Minneapolis homes for sale and these St. Paul homes for sale, it's easy to enjoy fresh local goods and produce throughout the spring and summer. Here are some of our favorites:

  • Minneapolis Farmers Market - 312 E. Lyndale Ave. N, Minneapolis, MN 55405
    For over 100 years, local vendors have been selling the freshest produce, plants, and flowers at the Minneapolis Farmers Market. With over 100 vendors, this market serves as a community resource, a meeting place, a tourist attraction, and a great place to find organic and locally grown goods. There are several parking lots nearby, and street parking is available, too. The market is open rain or shine, Wednesday through Sunday, until 1 p.m.

  • St. Paul Farmers' Market - 290 5th St. E, St. Paul, MN 55101
    Stop by The St. Paul Farmers' Market on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a family-friendly shopping experience and a diverse variety of fresh local products. With dozens of farmers and small businesses, you can find an abundance of goods grown or made close to home. This market has been around since 1854, and it's the longest-running farmers' market in Minnesota. Enjoy free parking onsite!

  • Mill City Farmers Market - 750 S. 2nd St., Minneapolis, MN 55401
    Not only does Mill City Farmers Market have some of the best produce in the state, but it also offers a vibrant atmosphere with art, live music, and activities for kids. This year-round market in downtown Minneapolis is one of the most trusted sources for local groceries and draws between 5,000 and 10,000 people every Saturday. The market also supports the community through food donations, farmer grants, and other programs.

  • Maple Grove Farmers Market - 12951 Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove, MN 55369
    Head over to the Maple Grove Farmers Market and browse locally-made consumable items. This market is a year-round tradition in the northwest metro area and attracts shoppers from all over the state. The market's mission emphasizes the importance of healthy living, local agriculture, and community interaction. 

  • Midtown Farmers Market - 2225 E. Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55407
    An open-air farmers market that first opened in 2003, the Midtown Farmers Market is held in the Corcoran neighborhood on Saturdays from May through October and Tuesdays from June through October. Not only is there plenty of great produce, but you'll also find fun activities for kids, like Story Book Hour. The market has a "Try It!" program, which allows small businesses to participate in the market with limited investment.  

  • Bloomington Farmers Market - 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 55431
    The Bloomington Farmers Market takes place on Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm at the Bloomington Civic Plaza. With fresh produce, locally-produced goods, live music, and food trucks, it's the perfect family-friendly weekend activity. The vendor lineup is refreshed every week, so it's always worth stopping by. Plus, the market is conveniently located near these beautiful Bloomington homes for sale.

Shopping at your local farmers market can help you stay healthy and support our growing local economy. If you're ready to plan your move to the Twin Cities, call today.



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