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City of Las Vegas hosting first farmers' market at Historic Westside Urban Farm

Historic Westside Urban Farm
Historic Westside Urban Farm
Historic Westside Urban Farm
Historic Westside Urban Farm
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MARCH 6 - City officials said the farmers' market at the Urban Farm has been postponed to a later date.

They add when the event is rescheduled, they will provide more information.

FEB. 24 - The City of Las Vegas is hosting the first farmers' market at the Historic Westside Urban Farm on Saturday, March 16.

The event will feature community vendors, including Obodo Collective and other local growers, who will have fresh food that can be purchased. That includes food from the Historic Westside Urban Farm.

Historic Westside Urban Farm

The farm includes two 40-foot shipping containers, which is where the food grows. The containers were installed at the park in December.

Historic Westside Urban Farm

According to city officials, the containers are climate-controlled and can operate year-round, providing about 320 square feet of growing space. They can grow lettuce, leafy greens, herbs, vining berries and vegetables, and rooted vegetables and flowers.

Historic Westside Urban Farm

The farmers' market is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will take place at James Gay III Park, which is located at 197 Harrison Ave.

According to city officials, this will be the first of four markets scheduled to be held at the park in 2024.

Historic Westside Urban Farm