🧑‍🌾 The Ultimate Guide To Farmers' Markets In Columbus

Plus: 😬 Ohio Politics Has Entered Its Cryptid Era, Apparently

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Chelsea Wiley
May 06, 2026

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Farmers market season is officially back, and honestly, it just hits different this time of year. There’s something about fresh produce, baked goods, and a sunny stroll that feels like the kind of reset I crave after getting through winter in Ohio. Whether you’re the type to plan your whole week around market runs or just pop by for a coffee and a pastry, there’s no shortage of options around Columbus. And the best part? There’s probably one happening closer to you than you think, and you won’t even have to wait for the weekend! We rounded up some of the best spots to check out this season.

Navigator Feature Story: 🧑‍🌾 The Ultimate Guide To Farmers' Markets In Columbus

😬 Ohio Politics Has Entered Its Cryptid Era, Apparently
Ohio lawmakers are back at it, and this time the debate is over something called a state cryptid. Yes, the Loveland Frog is officially in the conversation, and things only get weirder from there.

🚔 Columbus Zoo Evacuated Twice In One Week As Investigation Continues
It happened again. The Columbus Zoo was evacuated for the second time in just a few days after another safety threat, and now authorities are investigating.

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🏥 Columbus voters overwhelmingly backed a new crisis response system that shifts certain 911 calls to teams of clinicians, EMTs, and social workers instead of police. It’s a big change in how the city handles mental health and other non-violent emergencies. (WOSU)

☕️ Westerville’s Marib Coffee Co. is serving up cardamom-spiced coffee, warm pastries, and over-the-top desserts that are practically made for the internet. It’s part café, part dessert spectacle, and very much worth a detour off Schrock Road. (Columbus Monthly)

🧺 A Midwestern artisan is carrying on a four-generation willow basket weaving tradition rooted in Mennonite farming communities and Midwest practicality. What started as utility has become art and a deeply personal connection to family history, snow-covered willow bundles and all. (Arts Midwest)

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