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Give farmers a space to sell FREE at Bellaire Farmers Market

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Houston’s Newest and Largest Farmers Market, We are Looking to Give All Farmers and Producers FREE Booths, reaching our goal would allow over 30 local farms an opportunity to sell for free every Sunday at the Bellaire Family Farmers Market making a guaranteed profit for the hard work they do to bring us health fresh food untouched by industrial processes.

We are set to start March 2nd and host a place where families gather to enjoy farm-fresh food, exciting activities, and a lively atmosphere unlike anything else in Houston.

Here is what our market currently looks like

The Vision
Our goal is to create the biggest farmers market in Houston—a weekly hub for over 200 vendors offering everything from fresh produce to handmade goods. But we’re not stopping there. Our market will also feature:

  • Sports games screenings
  • Drive-in movie nights
  • Pickle-ball courts
  • Workshops like tote bag making and pottery classes
  • Partnerships with exercise and wellness groups
We want to create an outdoor space filled with energy, food, and fun—a place where Houstonians can enjoy healthy local food while maximizing social fun times.



Why We’re Doing This
My background is in environmental science and biology, I’m deeply committed to improving both public health and the environmental conditions of Texas farmland. The best way to do this is by providing small responsible farms a marketplace to truly find success. While also providing access to additive-free foods and supporting the health of the community.

At its heart, a farmers market should be about supporting farmers first and foremost, but that isn’t always the reality. Many small farmers in and around Houston face steep challenges, including:

  • Driving long distances from places like Sealy, The Woodlands, or Beaumont to sell their goods.
  • Paying high vendor fees, often up to $70 which leaves slim margins after a hard day’s work.
  • Setting up their own booths, which is especially tough for elderly or single-seller vendors.
We believe it doesn’t have to be this way. That’s why we’re committed to creating a market that prioritizes farmers’ success and sustainability.

That’s why our market is designed differently. We charge only $20 to Organic Farmers, other Markets typically Charge $60. We are also proud to provide pre-setup tents and tables, making it easier for farmers and makers to focus on what they do best: creating amazing products.

The Market
Our market will be held at 0 Meyer Park Dr Houston Tx 77096 across the freeway from Meyerland Plaza every Sunday from 9 AM to 2 PM , with evening drive-in movie nights from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The space can accommodate:

  • Over 200 vendor booths
  • 450 dedicated parking for vendors and attendees

We plan to host:

  • Organic and non-organic farms
  • Cottage food makers
  • Artists and artisans
  • Small businesses aligned with our values
  • Workshops and events will help us reach new audiences, and partnerships with local fitness groups will connect Houstonians with the foods they need to fuel their active lifestyles.

Why It Matters
Houston currently has no farmers market that supports more than 80 vendors. Most markets charge high fees, making it difficult for small businesses to participate, for example the Houston Maker Market charges $700 for vendors while We charge Only $45 to makers and artists and offer a year round place to sell. Meanwhile, Houstonians lack access to an affordable, community-focused outdoor space where they can spend quality time with family and friends.

By creating a farmers market with over 200 vendors and event spaces, we can:

  • Support small farmers and artisans at affordable rates
  • Introduce farm-fresh produce to new audiences
  • Build a stronger community through shared experiences
  • Create a rare walkable area in Houston for the over 1000 people living in the 3 apartment buildings surround the market

If we are unable to reach our funding goal though a combination of crowd funding and outside sponsorships the proceeded will be spent on marketing for the farmers market to ensure our farmers can still make a profit by selling more produce at our, still, low cost farmers market.
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  • Ben Tuchshnieder
    • $25
    • 1 mo
  • Jasmine Moore
    • $25
    • 1 mo
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Ben Tshnieder
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