Cleveland garlic festival
A Fundraiser with Flavor!
The Cleveland Garlic Festival is more than a delicious weekend — it’s the largest annual fundraiser for North Union Farmers Market, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting small farms, expanding healthy food access, and growing the local food economy in Northeast Ohio.
Held in historic Shaker Square, the festival shines a spotlight on our region’s local garlic growers and celebrates everything bold, flavorful, and local. Proceeds from the weekend help fund food assistance programs like SNAP, WIC, Produce Perks, and Senior vouchers at our farmers markets.
Once dubbed “America’s Stinkiest Festival” by Food & Wine Magazine, Cleveland Garlic Festival is a joyful mash-up of food, community, and fun — with a serious mission at its heart.
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Good stinkin' food | good stinkin' music | good stinkin' fun
Good stinkin' food | good stinkin' music | good stinkin' fun
OUR STINKIN’ MISSION
The Cleveland Garlic Festival is the primary annual fundraiser for North Union Farmers Market, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to championing local food, family farms, and community health. Now more than ever, North Union is working to ensure that fresh, healthy, and locally grown food is accessible to all, especially to SNAP, WIC, and Senior customers in the communities we serve.
Proceeds from the festival directly support our network of 10 farmers markets across Northeast Ohio, as well as critical food access programs like SNAP acceptance and Produce Perks matching, WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Programs, and food and farm education initiatives for all ages.
By celebrating local garlic and gathering the community together in fun and flavorful ways, Cleveland Garlic Festival plays a vital role in sustaining small farms, nourishing families, and strengthening our regional food system.
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Thank You to Our 2025 Festival Sponsors
The Cleveland Garlic Festival wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our incredible sponsors. Your partnership helps bring our flavorful, family-friendly weekend to life while directly supporting North Union Farmers Market’s mission to expand access to fresh, local food across Northeast Ohio.
From food access programs like SNAP matching and WIC to education, sustainability, and community development—your investment makes a meaningful difference. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to local farms, small businesses, and a healthier food system.
With heartfelt thanks, we proudly recognize our 2025 sponsors below.
