A Note From Dave

Dear North Market Shopper,

As I move about the community many individuals I encounter are not familiar with and, in fact, surprised to learn about the structure of North Market.

Not many people know that the North Market is operated by a not-for-profit organization, the North Market Development Authority (NMDA). Our staff of four full-timers and three part-timers report to a 19-member board of directors who oversee the operation of the Market.

While the City of Columbus owns the building, it is the NMDA which attends to the oversight of the Market in our community.

Unlike typical commercial real estate management ventures or shopping center operations, the Market is operated to create low cost economic opportunities for small family-run businesses and farms. It is also operated to maintain an old-world style of business that is instrumental in creating the atmosphere that is so unique to our Market.

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North Market Apron Gala

It's time to pull out and put on your favorite apron and join us in support of Columbus' only public market for our annual fundraiser, the Apron Gala. Held on Saturday, May 22 from 7-10 p.m., the Apron Gala is a fabulous foodie affair! The evening will include extravagant food, Columbus Brewing Company beers, wines by W.J. Deutsch and Sons, a silent auction and more!

Tickets are $75. For more information or to buy tickets online, click here»

Farmers Market Saturday*

Visit with some of your favorite farmers this Saturday starting at 8 a.m. On market this week are: Anderson Orchard, Beech Meadow Farm, Combs Fresh Herbs, Ehmann & Sons Greenhouse, Folck Family Farm, Honey Run Farm, Ohio Farm Direct, Rhoads Farm Market, Somerset Greenhouse, Summer Thyme Farm, Toad Hill Farm, Toby Run Growers and Wishwell Farms Produce.

*Race for the Cure is in the Arena District this Saturday from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. so be aware that there will be higher traffic during the morning hours.

Artisan Sunday

May 16 is the third Sunday of the month. That means that our outdoor plaza will be chock full of fantastic local artisans peddling their handmade wares. Look for rock poster rock star Clinton Reno, baby accessories by Baby Gee's, and handprinted fashions by Vivisect Apparel to name a few faves.

For a full list of participating artists click here»

Grillmasters Festival Memorial Day Weekend

North Market will celebrate its fifth Grillmasters Festival over Memorial Day Weekend. The event has been expanded to two days this year and will emphasize grilling, techniques and sauces (the smoke) as well as putting a little bite into your recipes with spices and hot sauces (the fire). North Market Grillmasters Festival will take place May 29 and 30 and feature special barbeque and fiery foods vendors, cooking demonstrations, culinary contests, live music and entertainment for the kiddies.

Our regular farmers’ market will take place on Saturday and be augmented by special barbeque and fiery foods vendors including Black Swamp Gourmet, Chuck Evans’ Montezuma Brand, Crazy Uncle Jester’s Inferno World, Ole Ray’s Sauces, Patter Fam Sauces, Ron’s Original Hot Sauce and Urban Chefs. The vendors will be present Saturday and Sunday where you can see them in action along with local chefs at our grilling demonstrations that will boast a host of flavorful grilling recipes. Attendees are invited to watch as recipes are prepared, taste what the presenters have created and take tips to go home and try out on the grill.

For a full schedule of Grillmasters Festival activities click here»