Loyola’s Govans Farmers Market returns for 14th season
Loyola University Maryland’s York Road Initiative will host the 14th season of the Govans Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. beginning with a special Market Kickoff on May 28, 2025, and continuing through Nov. 5, 2025. The market is located in the parking lot at 5104 York Road in Baltimore. Enter through the side entrance on Notre Dame Lane.
“We are thrilled to be returning for our 14th season of providing affordable access to fresh produce and whole foods for our community,” said Gia Grier McGinnis, Dr.PH., executive director of Loyola’s Center for Community, Service, and Justice and York Road Initiative. “We are equally excited to announce that we are extending the market’s operations through the beginning of November while also celebrating a variety of special event days throughout the season.”
The Govans Farmers Market will feature the following special event days:
- May 28: Market Kickoff
- June 4: Pride Day
- June 18: Juneteenth Celebration
- Aug. 13: Back-to-School Bash
- Sept. 10: Fall Festival
Located near Loyola’s campus, the Govans Farmers Market provides the York Road community of north Baltimore with affordable, fresh, local produce. Market selections include returning favorites serving fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, cold crabs and seafood, baked goods, and hot Mexican food, including tacos and burritos.
The site also features the Govans Community Fridge, which started in June 2022. The fridge, which serves both community residents and Loyola students, provides resources including fresh produce, hygiene products, and water. The fridge operates on “take what you need, share what you can” basis. Anyone is welcome to donate or take from the fridge.
Home of the farmers market and York Road Initiative, Loyola’s property at 5104 York Road will be renovated to create a community hub for the University’s community development effort along York Road. The renovations will also strengthen Loyola’s sustainability and food equity efforts on the property, including the farmers market.
For more information about the Govans Farmers Market, visit govansmarket.org and follow the market’s Facebook page. Questions from customers, vendors, and prospective vendors should be directed to info@govansmarket.org.