Get ready to fill up your reusable shopping bags with fruits and veggies, Soda City.

In the spirit of supporting all things local, we’ve rounded up 10 farmers markets in the Columbia area where you’ll find fresh food, live music, and local vendors.

Blythewood Farmers Market | The regular season market begins April 22 and will run every Wednesday through Nov. 11 | 4-7 p.m.

Features: Live music, local vendors, and Sip & Shop events
Parking: Free parking in the Doko Meadows Park lot
Space: Outdoors

Calhoun Country Market | Wednesday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Features: Seasonal produce, churned ice cream, hot dogs, and local goods in a restored historic Texaco station
Parking: Free parking on-site
Space: Indoor

Cayce Farmer’s Market | Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sundays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Features: Fresh produce and flowers
Parking: Free parking in the Farmer’s Market lot
Space: Indoor

Chapin Downtown Farmers Market | Second Saturdays, May–October | 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Features: Fresh produce, meats, dairy, and handmade goods like soaps, candles, jewelry, and woodcrafts
Parking: Free parking in the Clark Street Mural lot
Space: Outdoors
Special events: Live music, food trucks, family activities, and a dog-friendly atmosphere

Community Artisan & Farmers Market | Thursday, Aug. 6 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Richland County Wellness Center + Tuesday, Aug. 11 from 2 to 6 p.m. at North Springs Recreation Center

Features: Shop handmade goods, locally grown fruits and vegetables, and more from area vendors
Parking: Free parking on-site
Space: Outdoor

Pro tip: The SC State Farmers Market is one of the best places to find pumpkins in the fall. | Photo by COLAtoday

Chapin Downtown Farmers Market | Second Saturdays of the month, May through October | 9:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Features: Local, freshly grown produce and artisans
Parking: Street parking
Space: Outdoors

Forest Acres Farmers Market | Wednesdays, April 2 through November | 2 to 6 p.m.

Features: Freshly picked produce, baked goods, meats, arts, and more
Parking: Free parking at the Gills Creek Memorial Park
Space: Outdoors

Kershaw County Farmers Market | Every Saturday, April through November | 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Features: Educational resources to the community about health, nutrition, and leading a healthy lifestyle through locally grown produce + vendors
Parking: Free parking
Space: Outdoors

The Lake Carolina Farmers Market | Thursdays, April through October | 3 to 7 p.m.

Features: Family-friendly activities and entertainment
Parking: Street parking
Space: Outdoors

The Market at Icehouse | Every Saturday from May 16 until September 26 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Features: Local artists, fresh produce, and baked goods
Parking: Free parking in the Icehouse Amphitheater lot
Space: Covered outdoors

SC State Farmers Market | Daily, year-round | 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Features: Fresh, seasonal produce and the Market Restaurant
Parking: Free parking in the Market Center lot
Space: Indoors and outdoors
Special events: Sprout into spring at the Midlands Plant + Flower Festival on Thursday, April 10 through Sunday, April 13.

Soda City in fall | Photo by COLAtoday team

Soda City Market | Saturdays, year-round | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Features: An average of 200 vendors per week with a rotating selection of 400, including exotic fruits, antiques, and sustainably made goods
Parking: Free street parking
Space: Outdoors