One of the best perks of living in Seattle is the easy access to fresh produce, local ingredients, artisan goods, handcrafted floral bouquets, and more. Fun fact: Seattle has a total of 10 neighborhood farmers markets!
Four of the Seattle farmers markets operate once a week year-round: the Ballard, Capitol Hill, University District, and West Seattle markets. The other markets are seasonal, so be sure to double-check the schedules that we have listed below for your convenience.
Grab your reusable bags and read on for everything you need to know about the farmers markets in Seattle:
Year-round markets
1. Ballard Farmers Market
When: Sundays 9am-2pm, year-round
Where: Ballard Avenue NW between Vernon Place and 22nd Avenue
The Ballard Farmers Market opened in 2000, making it the first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington state farmers. It’s also one of the most popular farmers markets in Seattle. We love buying fresh flowers and delicious treats there while walking among the crowds of people and their dogs on the cobblestone streets on Sundays—rain or shine!
2. Capitol Hill Farmers Market
When: Sundays 11am-3pm, year-round
Where: E Denny Way between Broadway & 10th Ave E (aka E Barbara Bailey Way)
After a fun night out bar-hopping or dancing in Capitol Hill, you’ll want to head to the lively neighborhood’s Sunday farmers market to recover. This year-round market describes itself as a “bustling, Instagramable scene.” Pick up fresh produce for the week and then head to brunch!
3. University District Farmers Market
When: Saturdays 9am-2pm, year-round
Where: University Way NE between 50th & 52nd
This year-round farmers market in Seattle’s University District has been operating since 1993! It has over 80 vendors during peak season and is Seattle’s largest food-only market. You’ll find unique ingredients here as you shop shoulder-to-shoulder with professional chefs and Seattle foodies.
4. West Seattle Farmers Market
When: Sundays 10am-2pm, year-round
Where: California Ave SW & SW Alaska
This year-round Sunday market is nestled in the heart of West Seattle. You’ll find up to 70 vendors here during peak season, rain or shine.
Seasonal markets
5. Columbia City Farmers Market (seasonal)
When: Wednesdays, 3pm-7pm, May through October; and second Saturdays, 10am-2pm, November through April
Where: 37th Ave S & S Edmunds St, just off Rainier Ave S.
This seasonal farmers market offers perhaps the most diverse selection of food and produce. The location is superb as well: it’s right by the Columbia City light rail station and is also adjacent to Columbia Park, where market shoppers often set up picnics. Make sure to take note of its two seasonal schedules. For 2025, they’ll be open on Wednesdays from May 7 through October 8 before switching to their winter schedule of second Saturdays in November.
6. Lake City Farmers Market (seasonal)
When: Thursdays, 3pm-7pm (June through October)
Where: NE 125th & 28th NE, next to the Library off Lake City Way
You can do your Thursday evening grocery shopping at Lake City’s seasonal farmers market from June to October. Community partners often supply family-friendly activities that keep the kids happy while you stock up on local produce. Their 2025 season runs from June 12 through October 2.
7. Madrona Farmers Market (seasonal)
When: Fridays 3pm-7pm, May through October
Where: in the parking lot of the Madrona Grocery Outlet
You’ll find a wide variety of seasonal produce and artisan foods at the Madrona Farmers Market from May through October. Their opening day for the 2025 season is Friday, May 16.
8. Magnolia Farmers Market (seasonal)
When: Saturdays, 10am-2pm (June through October)
Where: W McGraw Street & 33rd Ave W in the Magnolia Village
This seasonal farmers market in Magnolia is almost 10 years old and has quickly grown into a lively gathering hub for the local community’s families and foodies. Their 2025 season runs from June 7 through October 11.
9. Phinney Farmers Market (seasonal)
When: Fridays, 3pm-7pm (June through September)
Where: 6532 Phinney Ave N (in the upper parking lot at the Phinney Neighborhood Association)
This seasonal farmers market in the Phinney neighborhood is on Friday afternoons, making it a great way to kick off your summer weekends. You’ll find local produce, prepared foods, live music, and a next-door playground. Their 2025 season runs from June 6 through September 26.
10. Wallingford Farmers Market (seasonal)
When: Wednesdays 3pm-7pm, May through September
Where: Meridian Park at the corner of Meridian Avenue N and N 50th Street
You can shop for produce, use the playground, and enjoy fresh, hot food in Meridian Park when you visit the Wallingford Farmers Market. This market was awarded “Best Farmers Market” in 2013 by the Washington State Farmers Markets Association (WSFMA). They open for the 2025 season on Wednesday, May 28.
If you have more questions about details such as parking, market amenities, and more, you can visit the markets website or the SFMA website.