Cary Farmers Market: A Solid Saturday Morning Staple
Fresh food, familiar faces, and an easy winter routine.
Shannon
January 06, 2026
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The Cary Farmers Market is in its Winter Season, open Saturdays from 9am–12pm at 160 E. Park St, right next to Downtown Cary Park. Expect local produce, baked goods, and other market favorites—plus water bowls for the many well-behaved dogs who tag along. It’s a simple, dependable way to stock your kitchen and enjoy a low-key morning.
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