2026 Market Schedule
Fresh Food. Fresh Fun. Fresh Community. — Every Saturday this season.
Every Saturday · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM| Bessemer Rec Center, 100 14th S, Bessemer, AL 35020
Upcoming Markets
Jun13
Strawberry Celebration Day
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •Strawberry Recipe Demonstrations
- •Strawberry Lemonade Station
- •Strawberry Dessert Contest
- •Kids Strawberry Art Activities
- •Fresh Berry Produce Specials
Jun20
Double Up Food Bucks Community Day
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •SNAP/EBT Education Booths
- •Double Up Food Bucks Information
- •Produce Tastings & Healthy Meal Demos
- •Kids Nutrition Activities
- •Reusable Grocery Bag Giveaway
- •Market Bucks Giveaways
- •"$10 Healthy Meal Challenge"
Featured Partners: Auburn University · Alabama Cooperative Extension System · Local Health & Wellness Organizations
Jun27
Kids Market Parade Day
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •Decorated Bike & Wagon Parade
- •Face Painting
- •Bubble Stations
- •Produce Scavenger Hunt
- •Kids Dance Party
- •Youth Performances
Jul4
Family Picnic Day
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •Watermelon Slices
- •Lawn Games
- •Family Picnic Seating Area
- •Patriotic Music
- •Community Fellowship Activities
Jul11
Christmas in July Arts & Crafts Day
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •Ornament Painting
- •Handmade Vendor Showcase
- •Kids Craft Stations
- •Holiday Treats
- •Community Toy Drive Kickoff
Jul18
Ice Cream Social & Peach Day
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •Homemade Ice Cream
- •Peach Cobbler Contest
- •Peach Smoothie Samples
- •Kids Ice Cream Eating Contest
- •Peach Produce Specials
Jul25
Community Food Drive Day
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •Canned Food Collection
- •Popcorn Giveaway
- •Community Partner Booths
- •Donation Challenge
- •Volunteer Recognition
Aug1
Back-to-School Bash
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •School Supply Giveaway
- •Backpack Drive
- •Parent Resource Booths
- •Youth Performances
- •Community Wellness Resources
Aug8
Cucumber & Zucchini Race Day
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •Vegetable Races
- •Ugly Vegetable Contest
- •Produce Sculptures
- •Kids STEM Activities
- •Farmer Fun Competitions
Aug15
Farmers Market Birthday Celebration
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •Birthday Cake Celebration
- •Vendor Appreciation
- •Market History Display
- •Community Recognition Awards
- •Market Bucks Giveaways
Aug22
Bicycle Safety & Fitness Day
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •Bicycle Rodeo
- •Helmet Giveaway
- •Youth Fitness Challenges
- •Community Warm-Up Session
- •Health & Wellness Booths
Aug29
End-of-Season Community Celebration
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bessemer Rec Center
Event Highlights
- •Customer Appreciation Day
- •Vendor Awards
- •Produce Basket Giveaways
- •Live Entertainment
- •"What the Market Means to Me" Community Wall
- •End-of-Season Celebration Ceremony
Past Markets
June 6, 2026Opening Day Festival · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM