Best Farmers Markets in Louisville for Home Food Sellers (2026)
Complete guide to 3 farmers markets in Louisville — schedules, vendor applications, and tips for home food entrepreneurs.
Farmers Markets in Louisville
Each market listing includes schedule, location, and vendor application info when available
Bardstown Road Farmers Market
Saturday
May–October
Bardstown Road
Bardstown Road Farmers Market runs May–October. Plan your product calendar around the season to maximize sales. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.
St. Matthews Farmers Market
Saturday
May–October
St. Matthews
St. Matthews Farmers Market runs May–October. Plan your product calendar around the season to maximize sales. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.
NuLu Farmers Market
Sunday
May–November
NuLu
NuLu Farmers Market runs May–November. Plan your product calendar around the season to maximize sales. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.
Kentucky Cottage Food Rules for Market Vendors
Farmers Market Sales
Allowed — sell directly to customers at markets
Online Pre-Orders
Allowed — take orders online before market day
Revenue Limit
Up to $60,000/year
Permit Required
Yes — Cottage food registration
Food Events in Louisville
Beyond farmers markets — food festivals and events to grow your customer base
Bourbon & Beyond
Music and food festival at Highland Festival Grounds with local artisan food.
Visit WebsiteTaste of Louisville
Annual food festival at Waterfront Park featuring local restaurants and home food makers.
Louisville Vegan Jerk Fest
Celebration of plant-based and Caribbean food with local food entrepreneurs.
What to Sell at Louisville Farmers Markets
Popular home food business types that do well at local markets
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