The weather is getting warmer, the lilacs are blooming, and everything is turning green. These are not just the signs of late spring, but the start of the outdoor farmers market season! Even though things are feeling a little different this year, we can still visit our favorite farmers markets and take home some nutritious, locally produced foods for the family table. Supporting Vermont farmers and food and beverage producers is more important than ever, so let’s continue to strengthen our local food system!
Secretary Anson Tebbetts of the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets has released special market guidelines that will help keep everyone safe and healthy. Check out a summary of what can be expected below:
- You’ll still be able to stop by and say hi to all of your favorite vendors, as permissible vendors include sellers of agricultural products (food, beverage, and non-edible items, including beeswax, fiber, cut flowers, plants, soaps and body care products, etc.) and non-agricultural products (i.e. crafts, jewelry, wood products, etc.)!
- No picnics at the market this year - all foods and beverages available will be prepared and packaged for take away and consumption off-site. Eating and drinking (including sampling) won’t be allowed at the market. (We suggest you find a safe spot, distanced from others off-site to enjoy your market purchases).
- There won’t be any entertainment activities that encourage folks to congregate, meaning children’s activities, music, cooking demos, etc., are suspended until further notice.
- You’ll be able to pre-order and pre-pay online or over the phone with all vendors, if you’d like, making for easy pick up! There will even be special market pick-up times for customers at higher risk, such as the elderly or those with weakened immune systems or respiratory conditions.
- All vendors will be wearing face coverings and gloves while packaging orders and serving customers, and as always, masks are recommended for all.
- Touchless electronic payments will be strongly encouraged whenever possible (i.e. Venmo or Paypal).
- For the full list of safety precautions, please click here.
Check out NOFA-VT's What to Expect at Farmers Markets This Season for more helpful information!
And now, onto the markets!
Find one in your county and enjoy the bounty Vermont’s warmer months have to offer. Please be sure to check the farmers market’s web and social media pages prior to visiting for the most updated information and any changes due to the pandemic.
Addison
Middlebury Farmers Market - Wednesday, 9:00am - 12:30pm (June 17 - Oct 24); Saturday, 9:00am - 12:30pm (May 23 - Oct 31)
Bennington
Arlington Village Farmers Market - Friday, 4:00pm - 7:00pm (July 10 - Sept 11)
Bennington Farmers Market - Saturday, 10:00am - 1:00pm (May 2 - Oct 31) *pre-order/drive thru only*
Dorset Farmers Markets - Sunday, 10:00am - 2:00pm (May 10 - Oct 12)
Manchester Farmers Market - Thursday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm (June 4 - Oct 8)
Caledonia
Danville Farmers Market - Wednesday, 9:00am - 1:00pm (June 10 - Oct 7)
Hardwick Area Farmers Market - Friday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm (May 15 - Oct 10)
Lyndon Farmers Market - Friday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm (June 5 - Oct 9)
St. Johnsbury Farmers Market - Saturday, 9:00am - 1:00pm (May 23 - Oct 31)
Chittenden
Burlington Downtown Farmers Market - Saturday, 9:00am - 1:00pm (June 6 - Oct 17)
Isham Family Farmers Market (Williston) - Tuesday, 5:00pm - 8:00pm (June 16 - Aug 18)
Jericho Farmers Market - Thursday, 3:00pm - 6:30pm (May 28 - Oct 1)
Richmond Farmers Market - Friday, 3:00pm - 6:30pm *3:00pm - 3:30pm reserved for at-risk groups* (June 5 - Oct 9)
Franklin
St. Albans Northwest Farmers Market - Saturday, 9:00am - 2:00pm (May 16 - Oct 31)
Grand Isle
Champlain Islands Farmers Market (Grand Isle) - Saturday, 10:00am - 2:00pm (May 23 - Oct 10)
Champlain Islands Farmers Market (South Hero) - Wednesday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm (May 27 - Sept 23)
Lamoille
Jeffersonville Farmers & Artisan Market - Wednesday, 4:30pm - 8:00pm (June 10 - Oct 7)
Morrisville Farmers Market - Saturday, 9:00am - 1:00pm (May 16 - Oct 10)
Stowe Farmers Market - Sunday, 10:30am - 3:00pm (May 17 - Oct 11)
Orange
Chelsea Farmers Market - Friday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm (May 22 - Sept 25)
Randolph Farmers Market - Saturday, 9:00am - 1:00pm (May 30 - Oct 10)
Orleans
Craftsbury Farmers Market - Saturday, 10:00am - 1:00pm (May 23 - Sept 26)
Glover Farmers Market - Sunday, 11:00am - 2:00pm (June 14 - Sept 27)
Newport Farmers Market - Wednesday, 9:00am - 2:00pm (June 3 - Oct 14); Saturday, 9:00am - 2:00pm (May 16 - Oct 17)
Rutland
Brandon Farmers Market - Friday, 9:00am - 2:00pm (June 19 - Oct 9)
Rutland Downtown Farmers Market - Wednesday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm (May 13 - Oct 28); Saturday, 9:00am - 2:00pm (May 9 - Oct 31)
Washington
Capital City Farmers Market (Montpelier) - Saturday, 10:00am - 1:00pm (May 2 - Oct 31)
Northfield Farmers Market - Tuesday, 3:00pm - 6:30pm (May 12 - Oct 13)
Waitsfield Farmers Market - Saturday, 9:00am - 1:00pm (May 16 - Oct 10)
Worcester Community Market - Thursday, 5:00pm - 8:00pm (June 4 - Sept 24)
Windham
Greater Falls Farmers Market (Bellows Falls) - Friday, 4:00pm - 7:00pm (June 12 - Sept 26)
Brattleboro Area Farmers Market - Tuesday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm (May 26 - Oct 6); Saturday, 10:00am - 1:00pm (May 2 - Oct 31)
West River Farmers Market (Londonderry) - Saturday, 9:00am - 1:00pm (May 23 - Oct 10)
Putney Farmers Market - Sunday, 11:00am - 2:00pm (May 24 - Oct 11)
Townshend Farmers Market - Friday, 4:30pm - 7:00pm (May 22 - Oct 9)
Windsor
Hartland Farmers Market - Friday, 4:00pm - 7:00pm (May 29 - Sept 25)
Norwich Farmers Market - Saturday, 9:00am - 1:00pm (May 4 - Oct 26)
Rochester Farmers Market & Exchange - Friday, 3:00pm - 6:00pm (June 5 - Oct 9)
Please keep in mind that there are a few markets that are closed for the season: Lakes Region Farmers Market (Poultney), Montgomery Farmers Market, Mt. Tom Farmers Market, Old North End Farmers Market (Burlington), Shelburne Farmers Market, St. Albans Bay Farmers Market, Waterbury Farmers Market, Winooski Farmers Market, UVM Medical Center Farmers Market, and Vergennes Farmers Market.
