PHOTOS: 34th year for the Black Hills Farmers Market
The Black Hills Farmers Market sprang to life for the 34th year with the season opener Saturday. Hundreds came out to shop the local vendors and enjoy the beautiful weather.

A woman picks out produce at a booth at the Black Hills Farmers Market. The BHFM had its season opener Saturday, May 6, marking the beginning of summer hours. 2023 is the 34th year for the Farmers Market, which has grown to include vendors from the Rapid City Public Library to popcorn stands and food trucks.Â

A vendor smiles while welcoming customers at her booth during the 2023 Black Hills Farmers Market Season Opener.

A young girl looks at canned goods during the Black Hills Farmers Market Saturday, May 6.

A man looks at canned goods at a booth during the 2023 Black Hills Farmers Market Season Opener.

A couple talk to a local vendor about his produce during the Black Hills Farmers Market Saturday, May 6.

A woman looks at books on display from the Rapid City Public Library's booth.

Two young girls man a mushroom stand during the Black Hills Farmers Market Season Opener.

A baby sleeps soundly during the Black Hills Farmers Market.

A young boy picks out lollipops.

A dog peers out from behind its owner's legs.

A man buys bags of popcorn from a vendor at the 2023 Black Hills Farmers Market.

A woman picks out a loaf of bread from a vendor at the Black Hills Farmers Market.

People shop through freezers of local meat during the 2023 Black Hills Farmers Market Season Opener Saturday, May 6.

A vendor holds her baby and smiles while talking to shoppers during the 2023 Black Hills Farmers Market.

The weather cooperated beautifully Saturday morning for the 2023 Black Hills Farmers Market Season Opener.