Needham Farmers Market Welcomes Chef, Balloon Artist and Live Music

The Needham Farmers Market, a local institution, opens at noon and closes at 4 p.m. every Sunday through Nov. 23 in the lot behind Needham Bank off Gardner Street. The market features the best in local produce, as well as speciality items, baked goods and many other foods and products to spruce up your summer table. 

The Chef in the House, hosted by the Center Cafe, returns on June 8 from 1-2 p.m. Visit, learn, and enjoy the opportunity to meet the chefs that are making Needham a fine dining destination.

June 8 is World Ocean Day; together we have the power to protect the ocean. The Needham Farmers market is a proud supporter of World Ocean Day and encourages all visitors to share their own ideas on how to protect the ocean. The first 20 individuals to submit an idea on how to better protect the world’s oceans will receive $5 in Farmers Bucks to use at any of this Sunday’s vendors. 

The Needham Farmers Market is excited to welcome back kids favorite, Katie of Magical the balloon artist. Beginning at noon in the Garden Street parking lot plaza, Katie of Magical will put on a live performance of balloon magic that is sure to send everyone home with a smile and their favorite balloon animal. 

This week’s live musical performance sponsored by Not Your Average Joe's Bar and Kitchen will feature The Jam Sandwich Band. This popular cover band will be performing all of your favorite light rock songs. 

The market will also feature two local artists, Ilene Hoffman and Tanya Chin. Hoffman is a photographer who focuses on capturing the vibrant colors of nature in Needham. See familiar places in unfamiliar ways.  Tanya Chin is the owner of Zinnia Designs. She creates ceramic art to commemorate special occasions, as well as everyday gifts. Both artists will be on site selling their art. 

In addition to live music performance, chef demos, balloon event and guest artists the market will be hosting a variety of vendors and non-profits including, MacArthur Farm, Neighborhood Farm, Big Sky Bakery, Globe Fish, Lilac Hedge, Susie’s Baking, Solarize Needham, Playful Pup, Harriet’s Gluten Free, Popover Lady, and Barefoot Books.

The Needham Farmers Market opens at noon and closes at 4 p.m. every Sunday through Nov. 23. Location is the municipal parking lot behind Needham Bank off of Gardner St. Plenty of free parking is available.