As colder weather settles in across central Ohio, several communities continue to support local growers and small businesses through a variety of winter farmers markets. Operating indoors or in sheltered locations, these markets ensure residents have year-round access to fresh produce, baked goods, artisanal items and other locally sourced products. Organizers say the winter season often strengthens the sense of community, allowing shoppers and vendors to connect in a more personal setting while sustaining regional agriculture during the months when outdoor markets are closed.

In Grandview Heights, the weekly farmers market held at Larson Middle School continues each Sunday through April 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event began as a grassroots initiative and has grown into a gathering point for residents who want to support nearby farmers and food producers. Market representatives say the focus remains on fresh ingredients and fostering a welcoming environment where neighbors can meet while purchasing essentials directly from growers.

The Granville Indoor Market also operates through April at 119 West Broadway, open from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Vendors there feature exclusively local goods, including organic fruits and vegetables, meats, dairy products, cheese, eggs, honey, maple syrup, gluten-free baked items and an assortment of home, bath and body products. Organizers emphasize the importance of offering diverse, high-quality foods throughout the winter season, particularly for families seeking reliable access to locally grown options.

In New Albany, the Healthy New Albany Indoor Farmer’s Market takes place on the first Saturday of each month through March from 9 a.m. to noon. The market is known for pairing fresh foods with community programming, live music and occasional food truck offerings. Visitors can browse produce, baked goods, coffee, artisan products and other seasonal items while enjoying a family-friendly atmosphere.

For year-round access, the HTM Farm Market on West Dublin Granville Road remains open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Now in its 14th season, the market offers a consistent selection of produce, cheese, baked goods and other staples. Operators strive to maintain a dependable shopping experience regardless of the season.

Newark’s Canal Market District hosts its indoor farmers market every Friday through April from 4 to 7 p.m. inside the Newark Historic Arcade. The market features more than 50 farmers, bakers, chefs and artisans who contribute to what organizers describe as a uniquely local shopping experience rooted in Ohio’s agricultural traditions.

Several indoor markets continue under the well-established North Market name. At Bridge Park in Dublin, more than a dozen vendors offer groceries, gifts and prepared foods. The location, opened in 2020, mirrors many aspects of the original North Market in downtown Columbus. At the downtown site, more than 30 independently owned businesses sell produce, seafood, meat, poultry, flowers and specialty products. The venue also hosts regular events, ranging from jazz programs to trivia gatherings, drawing visitors beyond the typical market crowd.

The Schumacher Place Winter Farmers Market operates inside Parsons North Brewing Company each Saturday from January through April between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Vendors set up among the brewery’s taproom surroundings, giving shoppers a warm indoor setting to browse locally made goods.

One of the region’s largest winter offerings continues in Worthington, where the indoor Worthington Farmers Market hosts nearly 100 vendors at The Shops at Worthington Place on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon through April. The market is known for its wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, cheeses, jams, jellies, honey, maple syrup, eggs from pasture-raised chickens, high-quality meat products, flowers, herbs, plants and handmade household items.

Across central Ohio, these winter markets highlight the resilience of local food systems while offering residents the chance to support small businesses throughout the colder months. Organizers say interest in winter shopping continues to grow as more people seek out regional produce, sustainable goods and community-oriented experiences.