300 Courthouse Square, Beaufort, NC
Our Mission
To educate, inform, and engage the public in making healthy lifestyle choices concerning fresh food, sustainable environmental and agricultural practices, improved personal health, wellness and happiness, and the value of shopping local, all accomplished in an informal learning setting which values interactions and shared relationships among members of the community.
Our Story
For over a decade, the Olde Beaufort Farmers’ Market has been serving locals and visitors as a welcoming place to gather, shop, and connect.
Each week, local farmers bring fresh fruits and vegetables, locally caught seafood, and responsibly raised beef and poultry, alongside food vendors offering the freshest prepared foods around. The OBFM is also home to carefully selected local artisans, featuring a wide variety of thoughtfully crafted goods.
Beyond shopping, the market is about learning and community. We host chef demonstrations, gardening demos, community groups, a book mobile, and live music under the oaks. Families love the Kids’ Tent, where learning and fun go hand in hand, making the market a place for all ages.
Whether you’re here for the food, the education, or the community vibe, OBFM continues to celebrate local and bring people together—week after week.
Delicious smoked local fish and dips
Meet our 2025 Board of Directors
The Olde Beaufort Farmers’ Market Board of Directors is a dedicated group of community members who are passionate about supporting local farmers, artisans, and small businesses while helping the market grow and thrive. Their leadership and commitment ensure OBFM continues to serve our community and visitors for years to come.
OBFM Market at a Glance...
The Olde Beaufort Farmers’ Market is a rain-or-shine outdoor market held every Saturday from 9 AM–1 PM at 300 Courthouse Square, under the beautiful oak trees in the heart of Beaufort—just steps from the waterfront, with plenty of nearby parking. The vibe is welcoming, lively, and filled with a diverse mix of vendors and products.
The regular season runs April 12 through November 29, ending with our Shop Small Business Saturday Market. After a short break, the season wraps up with the Olde-Fashioned Holiday Market on Saturday, December 13 from 3–7 PM, featuring festive lights, holiday foods, and unique gifts.
Each week, the market hosts 60–70 local vendors, including farmers, bakers, fishermen, artists, craftspeople, ready-to-eat food vendors, musicians, and nonprofit organizations. Families are welcome, with weekly activities in the Kids’ Tent, Chef demonstrations commonly take place.
Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed. Please pick up after your pet.
Managed by Cindy W. Bunch and Saturday Market Assistant Gus Stoehrer, OBFM offers a true taste of small-town life—there’s something for everyone.