Winter Market Vendor Application 2026

The Flowery Branch Farmers Market is a weekly, rain‑or‑shine community market where guests can shop local, explore fresh seasonal goods, and enjoy live music in the heart of downtown. The market highlights homegrown produce, baked goods, farm items, and handcrafted pieces that reflect a traditional farmers‑market setting.

What’s Allowed at the Farmers Market

Fresh Produce — Homegrown fruits, vegetables, herbs.
Baked Goods — Breads, cookies, pastries made under cottage food guidelines.
Cottage Foods — Jams, jellies, spices, dry mixes, and approved shelf‑stable items.
Honey and Farm Items — Honey, eggs, plants, flowers, and similar farm‑based goods.
Handcrafted Artisan Items — Handmade goods that fit a traditional farmers‑market setting.
 
What’s Not Allowed at the Farmers Market

Resale Items — Anything purchased wholesale or not made/grown by you.
Clothing and Accessories — Clothing,similar retail‑style items.
Mass‑Produced Goods — Items not made by hand or not produced locally.

Approved Items Only — Only items that fit our accepted Farmers Market categories may be sold.
Rain or Shine — The market operates in all weather. No refunds for weather changes.
Tent Weights Required — Tents must be fully weighted before opening.
Arrival and Full Stay — Vendors must arrive on time and stay for the full market unless approved otherwise.
Application Fees — All fees are non‑refundable.
No Refunds After Approval — Once approved, refunds are not issued for any reason.
No Call / No Show — A no‑call/no‑show may result in removal from future markets.
Clean Space — Vendors must keep their area clean and remove all trash before leaving.
Early Departure — Leaving early without approval may result in removal from future markets.