Farmers Market

The Ashmont Farmers Market

Greater Ashmont Main Street (Then, Saint Marks Area Main St.) founded the Ashmont Farmers Market in 2009. Since then, the market has become a beloved Dorchester Institution each Friday in Peabody Square!

For the most up-to-date information about the Farmers Market, follow our market calendar and social media.

About the Market

This summer, the Ashmont Farmers Market (AFM) returns for our 9th season. In 2016 some 450 people interacted with our market vendors each week with many more passers-by and we’re expecting even greater things in 2017. The AFM holds a special place in the heart of our neighborhood by providing families access to fresh, local produce and creating a space for friends to come together around table games, community resources, live music, and activities in Peabody Square. More than just a market, the Ashmont Farmers Market is a place locals love to linger.

• The 2017 market season will run from June 23 – October 13, Friday afternoons from 3 to 7 pm on the Ashmont MBTA plaza
• We can accept SNAP/EBT and MC/Visa credit and debit cards. We expect to have HIP participating vendors in 2017 and some of our vendors are able to take WIC coupons.
• The market usually has six regular vendors – two farms (including eggs & meats), a bakery, a fish vendor, a cheese/dairy vendor, and a garden shop.  In addition to our market management table, at least three additional spaces each week host a rotation of specialty vendors and community education tabling.
• Each week the market’s Entertainment Series hosts live music or arts (visual or performing) Our entertainment series is sponsored by local individuals and businesses. Find out more about becoming a market sponsor here. Apply to perform at the AFM here.
• Weekly attendance at the market ranges from 350-600 people or more.

Sell at the Market

The Ashmont Farmers Market is a great place to grow your customer base! Among the many reasons you’ll love selling at the AFM are:

• A convenient Friday evening schedule (3-7pm)
• The market will help process SNAP and Credit/Debit card transactions
• A great location – historic Peabody Square is conveniently located next to the Ashmont MBTA stop so many customers rely on the APSFM to pick up groceries for the weekend
• Outstanding market promotion – we use email and social media to let our customer base know you’re coming and promote your wares
• Weekly live music or arts programming, community tables, games, and theme days make for an active and vibrant market
• Affordable fees (see our Rules & Regulations)

Ready to start selling? Here’s how:

• Review our Market Rules and Regulations (below)
• Complete an AFM application indicating the dates you’d like to sell (season-pass, half-season, specific dates)
• Make sure to include necessary documents (as applicable); e.g. itemized inventory list, ServSafe Certificate, relevant permits
• Once your application is accepted, pay your vendor fee to lock in your spot.

Download:

• Ashmont Peabody Square Farmers Market Application 2017
• Ashmont Peabody Square Farmers Market Rules & Regulations 2017
• City of Boston Vendor Profile
• City of Boston ISD Farmers Market Application

Volunteer at the Market

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Ashmont Farmers Market. Since it’s inception, the market has been made possible by community volunteers committed to bringing fresh, local food to Greater Ashmont. Please fill out our volunteer survey to get started.

Perform at the Market

Learn more about performing at the Ashmont Farmers Market and apply here.

Become a Market Sponsor

This season we have two compelling opportunities to promote your brand:

Season Market Sponsorship allows for maximum brand promotion. Season Market Sponsors Receive:

• Your logo on a market banner hung throughout the season in Peabody Square
• Your name and logo will be featured on the t-shirts worn by our AFM staff and vendors
• Your name and logo on hundreds of market posters and palm cards to posted and passed around the district.
• Weekly recognition through AFM social media
• Your name and logo will appear under Market Sponsor’s on our website for the duration of the market.
• A week to showcase your business and services at the market’s community table.

Season Market Sponsorship is available to Corporate Entities for $1,500 and to individuals and Nonprofit Community Organizations for $500.

Entertainment Series Sponsorship funds our weekly music or art at the market. Entertainment Series Sponsors receive:

• Your targeted support recognized on our AFM social media.
• Your name and logo on signage at the recognizing you as the week’s Entertainment Series Sponsor

Entertainment Series Sponsorship is available to individuals or businesses for just $150 (one week).

Your tax-deductible sponsorship supports our work of place making and enhances food-access for hundreds of Dorchester families. Thank you for your support of the Ashmont Farmers Market and all the work we at Greater Ashmont Main Street do in our community! The deadline for market sponsorship is May 22nd.

To take advantage of these sponsorship opportunities, contact the market manager at programs@greaterashmont.org or 617-825-3846. Thanks for your support of the Ashmont Farmers Market