There is a brand new building at the Farmer's Market, and that's where the celebration took place. It was very simple - free samples of North Carolina blueberries and a great little blueberry cobbler with ice cream. They also gave out blueberry recipes, stickers, coloring books, little "Got Milk?" bracelets and keyrings for the kids and they had music playing.I later found out from a regular visitor for these special events that they usually have a blueberry princess or sweet potato princess that comes out and greets people.
It was really a fun event and great way to get me back out to the Farmer's Market during the week (when it's far less busy).
Click here for information on the next celebration: but you can expect a Peach Day, Watermellon Day, Sweet Potato Day, Grape Day and more. There's really nothing ridiculous or can't miss about this event, except it's free food and it's just a fun thing to do that's a little out of the ordinary for you and your kids. I had a great time and plan to go back next time!
201 Agriculture St
Raleigh, NC 27603
HIGHLIGHTS: Free fresh food, new recipes, great outdoor activity and other giveaways and you get to go to the farmer's market, which is awesome.
LOW LIGHTS: It gets a little crowded, so I would go early, and there are not a ton of seats available.
COST: Free (unless you buy produce there, which I always do).