Laurel's Thursday Farmers Market Returns in April

Local scientists also helping guide NASA's next Moon missions

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:23am

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a fresh tomato repeated in a tight grid pattern, utilizing flat, vibrant neon colors and heavy black outlines to transform an everyday farmers market item into modern pop art.The vibrant colors and repetitive patterns of a Warhol-inspired silkscreen illustration capture the energy and community spirit of Laurel's beloved farmers market.Laurel Today

The Laurel Farmers Market is set to return every Thursday starting in April, part of a lineup of spring events and activities across Maryland. Meanwhile, scientists from the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel are playing a key role in planning surface experiments and exploration strategies for upcoming NASA lunar missions.

Why it matters

The return of the popular Laurel Farmers Market signals the arrival of spring and provides the community with access to fresh, locally-sourced produce and goods. Additionally, Laurel's involvement in NASA's Artemis program highlights the city's scientific expertise and contributions to the next generation of lunar exploration.

The details

The Laurel Farmers Market will kick off its 2026 season on April 9th, offering residents a weekly opportunity to shop for locally-grown fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and more. The market has become a beloved community tradition since its inception. Meanwhile, the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel is leading the inaugural Artemis geology team, which will help plan surface experiments, sample collection, and long-term exploration strategies for upcoming NASA missions to the Moon's south pole.

  • The Laurel Farmers Market will return every Thursday starting on April 9, 2026.
  • NASA has named 10 scientists nationwide, including those from the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, to help guide the agency's next Moon landings.

The players

Laurel Farmers Market

A weekly community event in Laurel, Maryland that provides residents with access to fresh, locally-sourced produce, baked goods, and other products.

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

A research center located in Laurel, Maryland that is playing a key role in NASA's Artemis program, leading the inaugural Artemis geology team to help plan future lunar exploration.

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The takeaway

The return of the Laurel Farmers Market and the city's involvement in NASA's Artemis program demonstrate Laurel's commitment to supporting local businesses, promoting community engagement, and contributing to the advancement of scientific exploration.