We're Open on Saturdays 10am - 2pm May-October!

67 West Henderson Street, Marion, North Carolina 28752, United States

Have any questions about the 2024 Marion Tailgate Market? Email grace@foothillsfoodhub.org

The NC Seniors Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) offers vouchers to low-income seniors aged 60 or older in McDowell County. Eligible participants can get a $50 booklet of ten $5 vouchers to buy fresh produce at certified farmers' markets. They must meet income criteria and residency requirements. Vouchers can be used at the Marion Tailgate Market and other participating markets until September 28. Appointments are needed to sign up for vouchers, available at McDowell Senior Center on June 12 & 18, and at A.C. Bud Hogan Community Center on June 14. Remaining vouchers will be distributed from a waiting list. For more information or to be added to the waiting list, contact McDowell Senior Center. Want to learn more? Click here: https://shorturl.at/kT181

You can double your EBT dollars at the Marion Tailgate Market and enjoy local farm fresh vegetables, fruits, eggs, meats, honey, jams, breads and more!

When you get to the market, head over to the Market Information table, we will swipe your EBT card and give you tokens that you can use to purchase food from vendors! We will also double your EBT purchase up to $20 in the form of Farm Fresh Bucks tokens which can be spent on any fruits and vegetables.

EBT dollars can only be spent on food: fruits, vegetables, eggs, meats, honey, jams, breads, pastries, and more. EBT dollars can also be spent on edible plant starts (vegetables, herbs).  EBT dollars cannot be spent on hot prepared foods sold for immediate consumption, or any non-food items. The rules and restrictions on EBT usage at the Tailgate Market are set forth by the USDA and are subject to change. EBT beneficiaries can learn more about these benefits when applying for and receiving benefits. Click here to learn more.

What Can SNAP Buy? | Food and Nutrition Service (usda.gov)

Farm Fresh Bucks are the doubled EBT dollars and can be spent on Fruits and Vegetables only. The 2024 double EBT incentive program is sponsored by Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project. 

If you haven't applied yet to be a vendor, you can still apply. Scroll down to apply now! We're thrilled to welcome everyone and foster community connections starting May 4th, 2024, and every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm! 

Please fill out the Tailgate Market Vendor Application HERE:  2024 Marion Tailgate Market Vendor Application (google.com) 

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, however limited Vendor Space is available, and acceptance will be based on the needs of the market. Applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks of submitting an application.

Vendor fees are not submitted until verbal and written acceptance of your application, and vendor space is assigned after payment. 

Edwards Family Farm https://edwardsfamilyfarmsnc.com/

Howe's Kitchen and Pantry https://www.howeskp.com/

Purple Buffalo Farms https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092975320238

North Carolina Farmers of the Foothills https://ncfarmersofthefoothills.eatfromfarms.com/

Hendley's Farm https://www.facebook.com/hendleyfarm/