Looking for a farmers market? Here's our handy guide and map

Esther Davidowitz, NorthJersey.com
Updated ·8 min read

If you love to cook and if you love to eat, this is the best time of year to satisfy those two loves.

Late spring is when farmers bring their fresh produce — juicy strawberries, vibrant radishes, green asparagus — to markets all throughout North Jersey. And, of course, along with all that delicious goodness, there are tables laden with artisan breads, gourmet cheese, homemade jams, local honey, pasture-raised meats and from-scratch pasta. Plus, often you'll find vendors selling handmade goods like candles, pottery and jewelry and food trucks offering breakfast and lunch.

Looking for a farmers market near you? Look no further. Below, a list of many of North Jersey's packed-with-goodness-and-then-some farmers markets.

Bloomfield Community Farmers Market

The Bloomfield Community Farmers Market aims to increase access to local produce for its community members. Vendors include City Green, Cozz Coffee Roasting and LuLu's Artisanal Lemonade.

Sundays Farmers Market is held at Westfield Garden State Plaza through November 20th featuring an array of seasonal produce, as well as eats from over 20 local vendors, food trucks and other family activities.
Sundays Farmers Market is held at Westfield Garden State Plaza through November 20th featuring an array of seasonal produce, as well as eats from over 20 local vendors, food trucks and other family activities.

Boonton Farmers Market

A market with picnic tables, crafts for kids, live music and lawn games. Vendors include Paolo's Kitchen, Rosie's Empanadas and Race Farms.

Denville Farmers Market

Denville Farmers Market offers fresh fruits and vegetables, hot meals and artisan products. Vendors include Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse, Union Hill Farms and Sweet Niche Bakeshop.

  • When: Sundays

  • Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

  • Location: Bloomfield Avenue parking lot in downtown Denville

  • More info: denvillefarmersmarket.com

Englewood Farmers Market

Find a variety of fruits and vegetables, eggs, fresh-baked goods, pickles and more.

  • When: Fridays

  • Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Where: Veterans Memorial Park (near North Van Brunt Street)

  • More info: 201-510-8206

Hamilton Park Farmers Market

Expect fresh produce, baked goods, frozen and pre-cooked meals. Vendors include Stony Hill Farms, Rabble and Lion Coffee and Vesco Pickles.

  • When: Wednesdays

  • Hours: 4 to 7 p.m.

  • Location: 344 Grove St., Jersey City

  • More info: hpna.wildapricot.org

Hoboken Farmers Market

Offers pickles, fruits, veggies and fresh herbs, all locally farmed, many organic and GMO-free.

  • When: Tuesdays

  • Hours: 2 to 6 p.m.

  • Location: Garden Street between Fourth and Fifth streets, Hoboken

  • More info: hobokenfarmersmarket.com

Historic Downtown (Jersey City) Farmers Market

More than 25 vendors offering sweets, grab-and-go meals, antiques, organic skin-care products, and fruits and veggies. Vendors include Stony Hill Farms, Circle Brook Farms, Hoboken Farms, Bang Cookies and River Valley Community Grains.

Little Falls Farmers Market

Market with occasional magic shows and performances. Vendors include Cano Coffee Company, Doughboy On The Rise and Mo & Jay Pastry.

Madison Farmers Market

Weekly live music will keep guests entertained while they shop the rows of fresh produce. Vendors include Alstede Farms, Sugar Lips Donuts and Melick's Town Farm.

Maplewood Farmers Market

Alstede Farm brings its green goods to the Maplewood Farmers Market. Vendors include Grandma Emma's, Yuyuka Brazilian Bread, Betty Cakes Barkery Bites, Montclair Brewery, Four City Brewery, Claremont Distiller and The Sandwicheria.

Montclair Farmers Market

Head to this market for vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses, honey, flowers, wine and more. Vendors include Angel Planet Foods, Ester's Treats and Pickle Licious.

Morris Plains Farmers Market

Along with produce, this market regularly hosts local artists and crafters. Vendors include Ort Farms; Hoboken Farms; Pickles & Olives; Paolo’s Kitchen, and Krakus Del. New this year: Specialty coffee drinks and pastries from Coniglio’s and samples and packaged goods from Sourland Mountain Spirits and Morris Plains’ Autodidact Beer.

  • When: Saturdays

  • Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

  • Where: Parking lot at 771 Speedwell Ave., Morris Plains

  • More info: morrisplainsboro.org

Newark DD Commons Greens Farmers Market

Expect live music, a farm stand from the Urban Agricultural Cooperative, self-care booths and plenty of gifts and crafts.

Nutley Farmers Market

This is Nutley's 14th market season. Participating vendors include A Butter Life Bakery, Cozz Coffee, Gourmet and Nuts and Dried Fruit. Along with vendors offering local food and goods, the Nutley Farmers Market offers a Market Walk & Talk.

  • When: Sundays

  • Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • Location: Municipal Lot 7, 507 Franklin Ave., Nutley. Parking available in Lots 7 and 9 (enter behind Bella Luce).

  • More info: nutleynj.org/farmersmarket

Paramus Farmers Market

Shoppers are seen buying produce at Stokes Farm Vendor at Paramus Farmers Market on 07/07/21.
Shoppers are seen buying produce at Stokes Farm Vendor at Paramus Farmers Market on 07/07/21.

Organic produce, baked goods, eggs, cheese, jams and more.

Westfield Garden State Plaza Farmers Market, Paramus

The farmers market at Westfield Garden State Plaza will have a meet and greet with "Produce Pete" Napolitano on June 4. The first 150 guests will receive a complimentary copy of his latest book, "They Call Me Produce Pete." Otherwise, pick up fresh veggies, breads, sweets and other specialty foods. Food trucks are also onsite serving breakfast and lunch eats.

Paterson

This indoor market is open all year and features more than nine vendors and 10 farms selling fresh produce.

  • When: 365 days a year

  • Times: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday; opens at 7 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday; and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.

  • Location: 449 E. Railway Ave., Paterson

  • More info: patersonfarmersmarket.com

Ramsey Farmers Market

Offers items from about 50 local farmers and food vendors. Products include homemade pasta, hummus, jams and jellies, fresh fish and dishes from around the world. Vendors include Anita's Guacamole, The Asian Farmer, Conrad's Confectionery and Freakin' Vegan. Of note: dogs permitted.

  • When: Sundays

  • Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • Location: Main Street Train Station, Ramsey

  • More info: ramseyfarmersmarket.org

Ridgewood Farmers Market

Homemade mozzarella, honey, pickles, baked goods, produce and more at this market, which has been running for 22 years.

  • When: Sundays

  • Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • Location: Westside at Ridgewood Train Station

  • More info: ridgewoodchamber.com

Riverdale Farmers Market

Riverdale Farmers Market is now in its 15th year.

River Vale Farmers Market

Fruits, vegetables, meats and treats available, as well as cultural events. New vendors include Anita's Authentic Guacamole and Cousins Maine Lobsters. The farmers market even has a cookbook, on sale at Town Hall.

Summit Farmers Market

A good mix of produce, coffee, bakeries, jam-makers, breweries and more. Vendors include Brownie Points Bakery, BlooMont Farm and Bull 'N Bear Brewery.

Teaneck Farmers Market

Teaneck Farmers Market will have hot meals from food trucks including Anthi’s Greek Food and The Original Empanada Factory, along with crates of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Wayne Farmers Market

Celebrating its fifth year with a variety of vendors and fresh produce.

Wyckoff

Abma's Farm Market in Wyckoff is on a farm. Wide variety of seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables, and all produce is sustainably grown. Fresh local eggs, baked goods, preserves, jams, jellies, crafts, artistic products plus pony rides, petting zoo and farm animals.

  • When: Daily except Sunday

  • Hours: Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; closed on Sunday.

  • Where: 700 Lawlins Road, Wyckoff

  • More info: 201-891-0278, localfarmmarkets.org

This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: North Jersey farmers markets: Map and guide