COLFAX, NC – Get ready to sink your teeth into the sweet taste of summer! The Robert G. Shaw Piedmont Triad Farmers Market is set to host its annual Peach Day on Friday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., celebrating the arrival of North Carolina's beloved peach season.

Peach Day promises a delightful experience for market visitors, featuring free peach samples, an opportunity to meet the N.C. Peach Queen, and complimentary peach recipes and information to take home.

"Peach Day is dedicated to one of North Carolina’s favorite summertime fruits,” said Khaila Daye, NCDA&CS peach marketing specialist. “It’s about honoring our N.C. peach growers, enjoying a sweet taste of summer, and bringing shoppers out to experience the local goodness that makes N.C. agriculture the best around.”

North Carolina boasts approximately 1,200 acres of peach orchards, with the majority concentrated in Montgomery, Moore, Richmond, and Anson counties. Peaches are not only a delicious treat but also a healthy choice, perfect for snacking or incorporating into your favorite culinary creations.

The Robert G. Shaw Piedmont Triad Farmers Market is located at 2914 Sandy Ridge Road in Colfax, conveniently accessible from Exit 208 off Interstate 40. The market operates seven days a week, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more details on upcoming events, activities, and seasonal charts, visit their website or follow them on Facebook.