Topsail Island is a popular vacation destination known for its beautiful beaches and charming atmosphere. If you're planning a summer vacation to Topsail Island, you'll be delighted to know that there are plenty of places to support local businesses and find fresh, quality produce, fresh-made goods, and crafts while on Topsail Island! And it's especially fun if you're renting a vacation rental and can cook up your fresh ingredients in your home away from home!

Andrews Produce (Topsail Beach)

Located in North Topsail Beach, Andrew's Produce has been a family-owned business since 1975. It is highly recommended by locals and visitors alike. They offer a wide variety of fresh, locally grown quality produce, homemade jams, ice cream, and honey. Customers particularly rave about their heirloom tomatoes and friendly service.

Hometown Harvest (Sneads Ferry)

Hometown Harvest is a cute, small family farm in Sneads Ferry that grows and sells organic fruits, vegetables, cut flowers, and plants. You may see donkeys and other farm pets roaming around, and it is fun for kids. It is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 am to 6 pm.

Carol Sue Farms (Hampstead)

Carol Sue Farms (closed until 2024)

It closed for the 2023 season, but worth a mention! You'll want to catch this farm next season if you love U-Pick farms! Bring your hats and sunscreen, and enjoy picking a basket of your own berries! Or you can purchase pre-picked pints if you're running short on time.

Metaphysical Wellness Faire (Surf City)

If you like alternative fairs and wellness, stop by the Metaphysical Wellness Faire on the first Sunday of each month between 11 am to 5 pm! This veteran-owned company sells crystals, candles, readings, and more for well-being.

Edens' Produce (Wilmington)

For 82 years, Edens' Produce, a family-run farm, has been selling various fresh and quality produce. Their large farm stand is on the corner of Hwy 17 and Sidbury Road. Enjoy tasting the freshest fruits and vegetables you'll get anywhere, and pick out your favorites!

Humble Roots Farm (Wilmington)

Humble Roots Farm is a sustainable farm in Scotts Hill, NC, providing seasonal produce, fresh-cut flowers, eggs, poultry, and pork. It was started by Kyle and Katelyn Stenersen in 2013, who learned to farm after reading about sustainable agriculture.

 They now run a farm, have a farm stand, and offer gardening workshops. One unique feature about their farm is you can order your produce online and stop by the farm stand to pick it up, already packed and ready to go.

Bear Ridge Farms, Inc (Maple Hill)

Bear Ridge Farms has seasonal produce selling leafy greens, sweet corn, green peanuts, watermelons, and more. You can order through their online store or even set up a subscription. It is a family-owned business that practices agricultural conservation and sustainability for the best locally-grown produce.

Farmers Market at Poplar Grove Plantation (Wilmington)

This farmers market, located in Wilmington, is one of the largest and longest-running in the area. It takes place every Wednesday, from 8 am to 1 pm, from April through September, and offers fresh produce, handmade crafts, and baked goods.

These farms, markets, crafts, and fairs provide an excellent opportunity to support local businesses, find fresh produce, and discover unique treasures during your summer vacation to Topsail Island. Enjoy exploring the vibrant market scene, and have a memorable holiday! And if you're looking for the perfect vacation rentals, check out our fantastic selection! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us so we can help!