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Farmers’ Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds — New for 2023!

The Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds is a Thursday destination market located in Guilford, CT. The market is open annually starting in early May and runs until mid-fall (normally will run until the end of October with the possibility of running into November weather dependent). The market is proudly hosted by the Guilford Agricultural Society. Vendors offer fresh and locally grown fruits and vegetables as well as baked goods, artisan breads, meats, seafood, fresh pasta, eggs and many more specialty products. You will also find local, CT made crafts at the market. Thursdays, 3:00p–6:00p, rain or shine.

Quality Products from Caring Producers

Vendors consist of local farmers, growers, bakers and producers who care about bringing fresh, high quality products to the Guilford community.

Environmentally Sustainable

At the market, you’ll find the season’s best bounty of fruits, flowers, baked goods, meats, vegetables, and other specialty products. It is also a great community gathering space and place to meet your farmer and learn how your food is produced. Purchasing locally grown, seasonal foods benefits the economy, environment, and our very well-being.

Easy to Get To

Located right at the Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Lane. It’s located a short distance from the Town Green and can be accessed by car, bicycle, on foot & even by train!

Our Vendors

Here is a list of vendors you will find at the market. Please note, some vendors will be on a rotating schedule. Vendors marked with a “*” are full-time vendors.

Maple Grove Farm *

Maple syrup, maple candy, maple nuts and more.

Half-Mile Acres Farm *

A selection of cut beef, hamburg, Italian and breakfast sausages.

Dondero Orchards *

A wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Baked goods and pickled items.

Potter Family Farm *

Locally Grown Grass Fed & Finished Beef and Pasture Pork

Bitta-Blue Farm *

A small farm specializing in unique varieties of vegetables. Chicken and duck eggs. They also have a selection of jams and some pickled items.

Papa Spyros Olive Oil *

Greek Olive oil, hummus, tzatziki, spanikopita, baklava and more.

David Hall Honey *

Local honey.

Star Fish Market *

Freshest, highest quality fish and seafood, caught in a sustainable way.

Passionately Pasta *

Fresh made pastas. Through grace and grain, Chef Nick turns pasta into poetry. He grinds grains into flour to make his creations. Check out Chef Nick’s menu board to see what he has brought for the week.

Country Bread Bakery *

Artisan sourdough breads and other bakery items.

Al’s Kettle Corn *

Unique blend of kettle corn made in small batches.

Mostly Nuts *

Decadently delicious healthy nut and seed blends. They have a variety of flavors and also use their nut blends to make chocolate bark.

Pop’s Famous Guac

Handmade guacamole with zesty and robust flavors of cilantro, jalapeno, lime and a special blend of spices.

Anna’s Lemonade *

Old fashioned lemonade made with simple ingredients. They also offer flavored lemonade.

Travelling Italian Chef *

A personal chef with a sauce & pasta line that goes back five generations to Naples, Italy. Marinara, Traditional, Vodka & Puttanesca sauces. Penne, Mezze Rigatoni, Fusilli & a rare Casarecce pasta.