New York City is no stranger to fairs, markets, and outdoor bazaars. The city’s endless amount of farmer’s markets are a must-visit—especially once the weather starts to warm up—and the level of fresh produce and goods you can find here is unmatched. Whether you’re looking for seasonal produce, unique ingredients, fresh baked goods, or just an excuse to get outside in the warm weather, here are 17 of the best farmer’s markets in NYC, separated by borough.
1. Union Square Farmer’s Market, Union Square
One of the most popular farmer’s markets in NYC, this world-famous market began with just a few farmers in 1976 and has grown exponentially since, sometimes featuring up to 140 farmers, bakers, fishers, and more. Here you’ll find hundreds of varieties of items to choose from during any given season. From fresh fruits and vegetables to award-winning farmstead cheeses and homemade moonshine.
Where: Union Square Park
When: Open every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm, year-round
2. 77th/79th Street Greenmarket, Upper West Side
Behind the Museum of Natural History you’ll find this year-round market that stretches from 78th Street to 81st Street each Sunday. You can find almost anything here, from fresh fish and duck to baked goods and fresh flowers. Come summertime the berry selection is abundant, and now in the springtime you can find a bunch of foraged greens.
Where: Columbus Ave between W 77th St & W 79th St
When: Every Sunday, 9 am – 4 pm, year-round
3. Down to Earth Farmer’s Market, Multiple Locations
Down to Earth Markets bring together local farmers and food makers who source locally. Plus they invite qualified producers into their markets, giving these local food entrepreneurs a place to sell their products directly to shoppers. This year’s market includes brands like La Trafila Pasta, Pickle Licious, Hudson Whiskey, and so many more. It opens April 22 and runs through nearly the end of the year!
Where: North side of 23rd St, off 9th Ave
When: Every Saturday 9 am – 2 pm, April 22 – December 23
4. Tompkins Square Greenmarket, East Village
Located along the southwest corner of Tompkins Square Park, this year-round market brings local food to the neighborhood every Sunday. Here you’ll find anything from specialty produce and berries, to plants and flowers, and fresh eggs and glass bottled milk. They also host free cooking demonstrations, seasonal celebrations, and family-friendly activities.
Where: Avenue A and E 7th St
When: Open Sundays 9 am – 4 pm, year-round
5. Prospect Park Greenmarkets, Grand Army Plaza
The Prospect Park Alliance works in tandem with two Brooklyn markets that we absolutely adore. With one being the flagship at Grand Army Plaza and the other at Bartel-Pritchard Square, these spots are just steps away from iconic landmarks like the Brooklyn Museum and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. You can expect all sorts of goods, ranging from maple syrup to fresh produce to breads to hard ciders.
Where: Grand Army Plaza (Saturdays) Bartel-Pritchard Square (Wednesdays + select Sundays)
When: Saturdays, 8 am – 3 pm, year-round (Grand Army Plaza), Wednesdays, 8 am – 2 pm, year-round and Sundays 9 am – 2 pm from May 7 – December 17 (Bartel-Pritchard Square)
6. Fort Greene Park Greenmarket, Fort Greene
You can find Fort Greene Park Greenmarket outside the entrance of Fort Greene Park. Find everything from greens and potatoes to fresh seafood and baked goods. You can even pick up some wine pressed from Long Island grapes.
Where: Washington Park between Dekalb Ave and Myrtle Ave
When: Open Saturdays, 8 am – 3 pm, year-round
7. Domino Park Greenmarket, Domino Park
With a brand new address, Domino Park Greenmarket is set to return in June! Grab some waterfront views, some produce, and enjoy the warm weather!
Where: S 1st St between Kent Ave & River St
When: Open Sundays, 9 am – 3 pm, from June 4 – November 19
8. 7th Ave Sunset Park Greenmarket, Sunset Park
Head to the Sunset Park Greenmarket every Saturday to browse fresh local produce and maybe to pick up a plant or two. No matter what you’re looking for you can’t go wrong heading to this greenmarket. From December to June, GrowNYC even operates an additional farm stand that sells regionally grown and produced items!
Where: 7th Ave & 44th St
When: Open Saturdays, 8 am – 3 pm, year-round
9. Bay Ridge Greenmarket, Bay Ridge
Head to Bay Ridge’s Greenmarket situated in a Walgreens parking lot every Saturday from May through November. Often the gathering space for this tight-knit community, here you’ll find a large selection of producers selling everything from fresh caught fish, baked goods, fresh seasonal fruit, and flowers.
Where: 3rd Ave & 95th St (in the Walgreens parking lot)
When: Open Saturdays, 8 am – 3 pm, May 6 – November 18
10. Forest Hills Greenmarket, Forest Hills
Situated in front of the Forest Hills Post Office, this neighborhood market carries a variety of locally grown, fresh products. You can also participate in free cooking demonstrations and kids activities throughout the season.
Where: Queens Blvd at 70th Ave
When: Open Sundays, 8 am – 2 pm, year-round
11. 31st Ave. Open Street Connected Chef Urban Farm Stand, Astoria
Astoria’s Open Street is maintained by local members of the community who volunteer to run the program in coordination with the businesses on the block, and this year they’re featuring an Urban Farm Stand every Saturday. Here you’ll find fresh, locally sourced produce and other artisan goods for sale on a sliding scale.
Where: 31st Ave. between 33rd St. and 35th St.
When: Every Saturday 1 pm – 3 pm
12. Sunnyside Greenmarket, Sunnyside
Located near Lou Lodati Park, the Sunnyside Greenmarket is a thriving community offers a diverse mix products. Find a selection of vegetables grown in Orange County, specialty Mexican produce and herbs, cider, seasonal fruit, fresh-caught fish, and more.
Where: Skillman Ave. between 42nd and 43rd St
When: Open Saturdays, 8 am – 3 pm, year-round
13. Norwood Farmstand, Norwood
Founded in 2013, the Norwood Farmstand offers fresh and affordable produce grown by regional farmers. Food sold at this market, through the help of GrowNYC Wholesale, also helps provide healthy and fresh food to communities across the city with high prevalence of diet-related diseases and a lack of access to fresh fruit and veggies.
Where: E Gun Hill Rd & Dekalb Ave (SE corner)
When: Open Thursdays, 8:30 am – 2 pm, year-round
14. Bronx Borough Hall Greenmarket, The Bronx
The Bronx Borough Hall Greenmarket is a market filled with endless amounts of fresh, locally grown vegetables, seasonal fruit, local honey, and quality baked goods. It’s set to open in June for the summer!
Where: 161st & Grand Concourse
When: Open Tuesdays, 8 am – 4 pm, June 6 – November 21
15. Poe Park Greenmarket, The Bronx
Located along the southern edge of Poe Park is this popular Bronx Greenmarket. Residents have been coming here for decades to see familiar farmers and pick up some fresh, locally-grown fruit, vegetables, specialty Mexican herbs and greens, and delicious baked goods such as pastries and bread.
Where: E. 192nd St. between Grand Concourse and Valentine Ave
When: Open Tuesdays, 8 am – 3 pm, June 27 – November 21
16. Saint George Greenmarket, Staten Island
Head to the St. George Greenmarket for fresh seasonal produce, cheese, seafood, and more. You can also pick up fresh juices and plants and flowers along the way. And, if you’re lucky, you may be able to snatch up some fresh heirloom tomatoes.
Where: St. Mark’s Pl. and Hyatt St.
When: Open Saturdays, 8 am – 2 pm, year-round
17. Staten Island Mall Greenmarket, Staten Island
At this greenmarket you’ll fine homemade baked goods such as pies, bread, and pastries, as well as fresh local honey and perfectly ripe orchard fruit. This market is set to reopen in June!
Where: Staten Island Mall (Commuter Lot Behind Macy’s)
When: Open Saturdays, June 10 – November 18