Enka-Candler Tailgate Market

Address: 1465 Sand Hill Rd Candler, NC 28715 Small Business Center parking lot at A-B Tech Enka campus, across from Ingles at Smokey Park Hwy.

Season / Hours: Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., May through October

Local context: 16 other markets within 25 miles, 211 across North Carolina. About 10% of North Carolina markets accept SNAP/EBT.

Find Enka-Candler Tailgate Market at 1465 SAND HILL RD in Candler, North Carolina — a farmers market. The market runs Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., May through October. Listing details come from the USDA Local Food Portal.

About this market

The Enka-Candler Tailgate Market promotes local agriculture and heritage crafts in Western North Carolina, providing the community with fresh local produce and quality products. Run by the non-profit Asheville Farmstead School, it is held at the A-B Tech Enka Campus on Sand Hill Road in Candler.

Frequently asked questions

When is Enka-Candler Tailgate Market open?
Enka-Candler Tailgate Market's listed season is Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., May through October. Hours can change week to week, so confirm the current schedule with the market before you go — the vendors know what's running that day.
Are there other farmers markets near Enka-Candler Tailgate Market?
Yes — there are 16 other farmers markets within 25 miles of Enka-Candler Tailgate Market, the closest being WNC Farmers Market about 3.4 miles away. Candler, North Carolina is part of a North Carolina network of 211 listed markets.

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Phone:
828-365-8797
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⚠ This listing reflects USDA data from 2023. Hours, vendors, and acceptance details may have changed — verify directly with the market before visiting.

Data freshness: Sourced from the USDA Local Food Portal (USDA record dated 2023); directory entry last reviewed July 14, 2026.

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