Spring is in the air in the Sacramento region, bringing beautiful weather, blooming plants, and one of the largest farmers' market scenes in the nation. Visiting one of Sacramento’s farmers' markets is the perfect way to experience our region’s bounty of crops. Here’s everything you need to know about Sacramento’s extensive farmers' market scene.
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Midtown Farmers' Market
1050 20th St.
Every Saturday, year-round, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Spanning over five blocks, the Midtown Farmers Market has over 200 vendors, including local agriculture, prepared foods, artisans, crafters, and service offerings. It’s been ranked the #1 farmers market in California and #3 in the nation, making it a must-visit experience in Sacramento
Capitol Mall Farmers' Market
Capitol Mall
Every Wednesday, April 29 to October 28, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Downtown Sacramento’s Farmers Market offers the freshest California-grown seasonal favorites, including fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and cheeses.
Bodega Market
910 I St.
Every Thursday, April 30 to September 24, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Take a step away from the office for a long lunch break at the Bodega Market downtown, featuring freshly baked bread, locally crafted gifts and artist creations, and a wide variety of food vendors.
Sacramento's Sunday Certified Farmers' Market
State Parking Lot - Under Hwy. 50 at 8th & W Streets
Every Sunday, year-round, from 8 a.m. to noon
One of the largest state-run farmers' markets in California, this long-standing market features dozens of local farmers offering fresh, seasonal produce at some of the best prices in the region.
Carmichael Farmers' Market
Carmichael Park | 5750 Grant Ave.
Every Sunday, year-round, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Carmichael Farmers Market offers a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, honey, eggs, meat, herbs, olive oil, cheeses, and olives. If you’re looking for freshly prepared items, many craft and food vendors offer items such as hummus, yogurt, veggie dips, sauerkraut, salsa, rubs, pies, bread, scones, and more.
Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers’ Market
In front of Macy’s parking lot | 6041 Sunrise Blvd.
Every Saturday, year-round, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Sunrise Mall Farmers Market features over 80 vendors that offer fresh organic produce, baked goods, canned fruits and vegetables, cut flowers, prepared foods, crafts, and more.
ONE Natomas Farmers Market
North Natomas Regional Park | 2501 New Market Drive
Every Saturday, May 30 to Sept. 26, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Arden-Arcade Certified Farmers' Market
Country Club Plaza | Butano Drive parking lot
Every Saturday, year-round, from 8 a.m. to noon
Florin Certified Farmers' Market
Florin Light Rail Station | 3001 Florin Road
Every Thursday, year-round, from 8 a.m. to noon
Meadowview Certified Farmers' Market
Meadowview Light Rail Station | 3501 Meadowview Rd
Sundays, May through October, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Elk Grove Certified Farmers' Market
Laguna Gateway Shopping Center | 8245 Laguna Blvd
Saturdays, year-round, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Wanting to know what’s in season here in Sacramento?
Check out www.seasonalfoodguide.org, which is a national database of seasonal food.
