Weekly Farmers Market, July 30th

The Town of Vienna is a historic and welcoming rural community located in northern Oneida County, known for its rich agricultural roots, scenic landscapes, and strong sense of local pride. Established in the early 19th century, Vienna developed as a farming community, with generations of families cultivating the land and contributing to the region’s food supply. Its proximity to Oneida Lake and neighboring communities like Sylvan Beach has long made it a place where agriculture, recreation, and small-town life come together.

Today, Vienna continues to thrive as a close-knit community where neighbors support one another, local organizations play an active role, and traditions remain deeply valued. Volunteerism—especially through groups like the North Bay Fire Department—helps define the town’s character, while local businesses, farms, and community events bring residents together throughout the year.

At the heart of this community spirit is the Vienna Farmers Market, a program that reflects both Vienna’s agricultural heritage and its forward-looking commitment to accessibility, education, and economic opportunity.

The Vienna Farmers Market began in 2016, started by the Vienna Seventh Day Adventist Church and originally held in the church’s front yard. Under the leadership of founding manager Jessica Johnson, the market grew steadily through 2022. Management was then passed to The Farms of ADL, Inc., a 501(c)(3) charitable organization led by Executive Director Brian Kirsch, who serves in a volunteer role. The organization is supported by committed vendors and the local community. After operating at several locations over the years, the market found its permanent home in 2025 at the North Bay Firemen’s Field. With the strong support of the North Bay Fire Department and a beautiful, spacious setting, the market is set to expand even further in 2026.

Today, the Vienna Farmers Market serves as a vibrant community destination featuring fresh, local fruits and vegetables, baked goods, a wide variety of farm products, handmade crafts, and more. Visitors enjoy affordable food prepared by the NBFD Master Grillers, the popular Vienna Car Cruise, weekly live music, the Homestead Homeschool program, monthly Maker’s Day for local artisans, and the Central New York Antique Tractor Club meet-ups.

  More than just a marketplace, the Vienna Farmers Market plays a vital role in strengthening the community. It supports local farmers and small businesses, provides educational opportunities for families and children, and creates a welcoming space where residents and visitors can gather, connect, and celebrate rural life.

  Through programs like the Weekly Farm Box and SNAP/EBT benefits—doubled through the Fresh Connect program with support from M&T Bank—the market ensures that fresh, healthy food is accessible to all members of the community.

In many ways, the Vienna Farmers Market represents the very best of the Town of Vienna: a place rooted in tradition, powered by community, and growing toward a strong and sustainable future.

Local Musician, Hank McConnell will be playing your favorites on the Adirondack Bank Stage.