Cherry Hill Farmers Markets: Where to Find Fresh Local Food Near You

When the weekend rolls around, thousands of South Jersey families make the same happy trip: they head to a farmers market. For Cherry Hill residents, the drive is shorter than you might expect. A working farm market sits right inside the township at Springdale Farms, and within a short drive sit some of the region's longest-running Saturday markets: Collingswood, Haddonfield, Moorestown, Merchantville, and Westmont. Whether you cook from scratch every night or you just love a good farmers market breakfast, this guide tells you where each market is, and when it runs, and what makes each one worth the trip.

Is There a Farmers Market in Cherry Hill Itself?

Yes, there is. Springdale Farm Market (1638 South Springdale Road, Cherry Hill) is the market stand of Springdale Farms, Cherry Hill's last working farm. It is open daily (8 a.m. to6 p.m.) during its seasonal run, roughly spring through fall. What you find on the tables changes with the calendar: Jersey tomatoes, and sweet corn at the height of summer, apples, mums, and fall squash as the season turns, plus bakery items, fresh eggs, pasta, and sauces, and seasonal cut flowers. Because the market sits right in town, you can shop it a couple of times a week without planning a trip out of town. For the full rundown of the season, see our guide to Best Fall Activities in Cherry Hill.

Which Farmers Markets Are Worth the Drive From Cherry Hill?

Cherry Hill's location gives you one of the strongest Saturday-morning market circuits in South Jersey. Here is where to go, market by market.

Collingswood Farmers' Market (713 North Atlantic Avenue, Collingswood) runs Saturdays (8 a.m. to noon), May through Thanksgiving. One of the longest-running markets in the region, it draws a big mix of produce, flowers, prepared foods, and artisan goods, and its downtown location makes it easy to fold in a coffee run afterwards.

Haddonfield Farmers Market (2 Kings Court, Haddonfield) runs Saturdays (8:30 a.m. to1 p.m.), roughly late May through mid-October, rain or shine. It is compact, and walkable, anchored right by downtown Haddonfield, which makes it an easy pairing with a stroll through the borough.

Burlington County Farmers Market in Moorestown (500 Centerton Road, Moorestown) runs Saturdays (8:30 a.m. to1 p.m.), May through November, with special holiday markets in late November, and December. Held at the Burlington County Agricultural Center, it counts among the largest, and most-awarded markets in South Jersey, so it is worth the slightly longer drive on a sunny Saturday.

Market Off Centre in Merchantville, at the corner of Chestnut Avenue, and North Centre Street, , runs Saturdays (10 a.m. to2 p.m.), June through October, plus First Fridays (5 to8 p.m.), May through October. Expect local farmers, crafters, and prepared homemade goods, along with the laid-back, small-town atmosphere Merchantville is known for.

Westmont Farmers Market, at the corner of Haddon Avenue, and Stratford Avenue, in downtown Haddon Township, runs Wednesdays (4 to7 p.m.), May through October. It is the after-work stop on the circuit: fresh produce, meats, cheeses, plants, flowers, and prepared foods, all within a couple of blocks of Westmont's main street.

If you are up for one more, a Haddon Heights farmers market appears in local roundups as well. Confirm its current dates before heading out, since schedules shift year to year.

What Is the Best Time to Go to a Farmers Market Near Cherry Hill?

Plan to arrive within the first hour of opening. The best tomatoes, and the prettiest flowers go fast, and popular vendors routinely sell out by mid-morning. Saturday is the big market day across the area, so make it part of a morning routine:hit one of the markets above, then follow it with brunch or a walk in whichever downtown you have landed in. For an evening option, Westmont's Wednesday market is the one to circle on the calendar.

In the heat of summer, bring a cooler so your produce stays crisp on the ride home. And carry a mix of cash, and card: most vendors these days take cards, but the smaller farm stands often still prefer cash. A few small bills in your pocket means you never have to skip the good stuff.

What Should You Buy at a South Jersey Farmers Market?

Shop with the season, and you will eat well all summer, and fall. In July, and August, go straight for the Jersey tomato tables, and sweet corn, both at their absolute peak. Look for local peaches, and peppers in mid-to-late summer, then apples, cider, mums, and winter squash as fall rolls in. Beyond produce, most markets carry fresh eggs, and honey, cut flowers, artisan breads, and pastries, and at least one vendor selling prepared foods such as pasta, sauces, or jam. In Moorestown, the larger footprint means everything from plants to cheese. In Westmont, look for meats, and cheeses from local producers.

The honest rule is simple: buy what is in season, and what comes from the farms themselves, and you will taste the difference immediately. Supporting these markets also keeps local farm dollars in the region, which is good for every town on the circuit.

How Do Farmers Markets Fit Into Everyday Life in Cherry Hill?

Farmers markets are where Cherry Hill life shows up on a Saturday morning. You see neighbors, you run into classmates' parents, and you leave with a bag of produce, and maybe a conversation or two. For newcomers, a market circuit is also a gentle way to learn the region: an hour in Collingswood or Haddonfield tells you more about a town's personality than a week of map-reading.

Season after season, these open-air markets fit into a broader community rhythm. The township's own calendar fills the rest: holiday markets, orchard trips, and neighborhood events. Keep up with what is happening week to week on the Community Events page, and for the year-round activity guide, see Seasonal Activities in Cherry Hill. And if shopping local inspires you to explore more of what the area offers, the Local Businesses directory is a great next click.

For even more weekend ideas close to home, bookmark the Things to Do in Cherry Hill guide. And if fresh local food is a big part of why you are eyeing the town, our Living in Cherry Hill overview explains everything else about day-to-day life here, from schools to the commute.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a farmers market in Cherry Hill?

Yes. Springdale Farm Market(1638 South Springdale Road, Cherry Hill) is the market stand of Springdale Farms, Cherry Hill's last working farm. It is open daily (8 a.m. to6 p.m.) during its seasonal run, roughly spring through fall, with produce, bakery items, eggs, pasta, and sauces.

When is the Collingswood Farmers Market open?

The Collingswood Farmers' Market(713 North Atlantic Avenue, Collingswood) runs Saturdays (8 a.m. to noon), May through Thanksgiving, and it is one of the longest-running markets in South Jersey.

Where is the Haddonfield Farmers Market?

The Haddonfield Farmers Market(2 Kings Court, Haddonfield) runs Saturdays (8:30 a.m. to1 p.m.), roughly late May through mid-October, rain or shine, and it is compact enough to pair with a downtown stroll.

Is there a farmers market in Moorestown?

Yes. The Burlington County Farmers Market(500 Centerton Road, Moorestown) runs Saturdays (8:30 a.m. to1 p.m.), May through November, with special holiday markets in late November, and December. It is one of the largest, and most-awarded markets in South Jersey.

When is the Westmont Farmers Market?

The Westmont Farmers Market, at the corner of Haddon Avenue, and Stratford Avenue, in downtown Haddon Township, runs Wednesdays (4 to7 p.m.), May through October, which makes it a convenient after-work stop.

Should I bring cash to a farmers market?

It is a good idea. Most vendors accept cards these days, but smaller farm stands often prefer cash. Bringing a mix of both, along with arriving early for the best selection, will make any market trip go smoothly.

What should I buy at a farmers market near Cherry Hill?

Shop with the season: Jersey tomatoes, and sweet corn in July, and August, peaches, and peppers in mid-to-late summer, then apples, cider, mums, and winter squash coming fall. Add eggs, honey, cut flowers, bread, and prepared foods like pasta, and sauces, and you will have a full local pantry.

Fresh produce is a delicious entry point into Cherry Hill life, whether you have lived here for years or you are still deciding where to land. Have questions about Cherry Hill? Contact Bob Millaway at 856.426.1522, and Bob will point you tothe right neighborhood, the right market, and everything in between.