Knoxville residents do not have to say goodbye to farmers market shopping just because autumn has ended.

Nourish Knoxville's Market Square Farmers Market has returned for its winter season, bringing farmers, food producers and local makers to the heart of downtown.

The outdoor market is open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through March 27, 2027, giving residents a regular opportunity to shop close to home throughout the colder months.

The next market is scheduled for Saturday, November 14.

Shoppers will find the market on historic Market Square and nearby sections of Union Avenue and Market Street.

Everything sold at this producer-only market is grown, raised or made by participating vendors within 150 miles of Knoxville.

Depending on the season and the vendors in attendance, offerings can include fresh vegetables, eggs, honey, pasture-raised meats, bread, baked goods, jams, coffee, artisan crafts and other locally produced goods.

For people planning Thanksgiving gatherings or early holiday shopping, the November and December markets offer a chance to find food and gifts while supporting regional growers and makers.

There are three important holiday exceptions to remember.

No market is scheduled for November 28, December 26 or January 2, during the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's holiday weekends.

Otherwise, the Saturday winter schedule continues into March, weather permitting.

Nourish Knoxville's market also accepts SNAP/EBT and offers a Double Up Food Bucks incentive that helps participating shoppers stretch their food budgets for eligible fruits and vegetables.

Families may also encounter Nourish Kids activities on selected second Saturdays during the winter season.

The market provides an enjoyable reason to visit downtown, explore neighboring shops and restaurants, and keep a connection with local farms even after the summer harvest season ends.

Residents should dress for the weather because this is an outdoor market, not an indoor winter venue.

While the market generally operates in winter weather, severe conditions or other circumstances may lead to a last-minute closure.

Checking Nourish Knoxville's current calendar or social media announcements before leaving home is a sensible precaution.

With locally grown food, handmade goods and a familiar downtown setting, the winter market offers a simple way to keep shopping local through the season.

Mark your calendar for Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—and remember the three holiday weekends without a market.