Red River Revel, Inc. is excited to announce the return of award-winning Shreveport Farmers’ Market on Saturday, May 31st for the 39th consecutive summer season. Located at Festival Plaza, the Shreveport Farmers’ Market will be open every Saturday starting May 31st through August 23rd with NEW hours from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., welcoming locals and visitors alike to celebrate the vibrant spirit of our community and the bountiful offerings of local farmers and artisans.
This year, the Shreveport Farmers’ Market will showcase an exciting array of fresh produce, homemade goods, and unique crafts from over 75 vendors, providing a perfect opportunity for families to shop, socialize, and savor the flavors of the season. In addition to the variety of homegrown, homemade, and handmade goods, attendees can enjoy a plethora of prepared foods for breakfast and lunch that reflect the rich food culture of our community.
The Shreveport Farmers’ Market will also feature live music and cooking demonstrations weekly on the Live! Casino and Hotel Louisiana sponsored stage. Special events are scheduled throughout the season, such as a visit from Jazzy, Louisiana’s Spokesberry, on June 7th, Revel Retro, a special shopping tent for past Revel merchandise on the second Saturday of each month, and other exciting happenings ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy. For the adults, Fatty Arbuckle’s will be set up with a cocktail bar weekly for those that want to enjoy a mimosa or other specialty beverages while they shop at the market.
The Shreveport Farmers’ Market is the only USDA-Approved farmers’ market in the Shreveport-Bossier community, which allows for acceptance and use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Our partnership with Greaux the Good will return this year, allowing shoppers with a Louisiana Purchase (SNAP) card to receive a dollar-for-dollar match of up to $40 in purchases at the Shreveport Farmers’ Market. Through this partnership, area SNAP recipients will be able to gain access to fresh, nutritious, local produce at the Shreveport Farmers’ Market while boosting the local economy by shopping with local farmers, ranchers, and artisans.
“We are excited to welcome back our loyal customers and introduce new faces to the Shreveport Farmers’ Market,” said Emerie Eck Holtzclaw, Market Manager. “Our market is not just about shopping; it’s about building community relationships, supporting local farmers, and enjoying the best Shreveport has to offer.”
The market is free to attend. Location is the Festival Plaza, 101 Crockett Street, Shreveport, Louisiana. Free parking is available along the street, in the adjacent lots to Festival Plaza, and handicap parking available in the lot next to the plaza on Crockett Street. There will be an ATM onsite for vendors that only take cash, although most vendors accept credit/debit cards. In addition to accepting Louisiana Purchase (SNAP) cards, some farmers accept Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Food Coupons available through parish Councils on Aging. No pets are allowed at the market due to safety guidelines (service animals only). The Shreveport Farmers’ Market strives to ensure a safe environment for all participants.
For more information about Shreveport Farmers’ Market, contact Manager Emerie Eck Holtzclaw at farmersmarket@redriverrevel.com, 318-424-4000, or www.shreveportfarmersmarket.com. The market is a project of Red River Revel, Inc. and is supported by the Downtown Development Authority, Slow Food North Louisiana, and the City of Shreveport.
