One of the most delicious ways to experience a new destination is by sampling local foods. With more than 100 Washington State farmers markets and a nearly year-round growing season, it’s easy to taste your way through the state’s local delicacies. Throughout the year, look for everything from salmon and oysters to apples, cherries, and mushrooms.
In addition to fresh produce, these Washington State farmers markets are known for live music, handcrafted goods, and tasty food stalls. While some markets are open seasonally from spring or summer through fall, others are open year-round in more permanent spaces. The Washington State Farmers Market Association’s directory map makes it easy to find a market near you.
Here’s just a sampling of markets where you can experience the state’s bounty.
Washington State Farmers Markets
Bellingham Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, April–December; every third Saturday from January–March
Held in the heart of downtown under partial cover at Depot Market Square, the Bellingham Farmers Market has been around in one iteration or another since the late 1970s. In addition to colorful vegetables and fresh-cut flowers, the city’s artisan food scene shines here. Consider locally roasted beans from Bellingham Coffee Roasters, Salish Sea spot prawns and smoked salmon from Native-owned Lummi Seafood Market, or small-batch cheeses from Twin Sisters Creamery.
Chewelah Farmers Market
When: Fridays, early May to early October
Make an afternoon of the Chewelah Farmers Market, held in leafy Chewelah City Park. Vendors offer everything from locally raised beef and dairy products to flowers, microgreens, coffee, and artisan wares. Live music, food stands, and children’s activities take place throughout the season, along with seasonal special events such as Pumpkin Bowling.
Downtown Yakima Farmers Market
When: Sundays, mid-May to mid-October
Among Washington State farmers markets, the Downtown Yakima Farmers Market has long been a favorite for fans of fresh fruit. The Yakima Valley is home to many orchards and vineyards, and you can shop for the region’s famous apples, cherries, plums, lavender, and more. Held in the Rotary Marketplace, don’t miss artisan cheeses from Tieton Farm & Creamery.
Poulsbo Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, late March–December
Experience the agricultural bounty of the Kitsap Peninsula at the Poulsbo Farmers Market. Shop for cut flowers, local produce, soaps, candles, and other handcrafted items before exploring downtown Poulsbo. Known as Washington’s Little Norway, you can experience Poulsbo’s Scandinavian roots through its architecture, murals, bakeries, and more.
Pike Place Market, Seattle
When: Daily, year-round
Opened in 1907, downtown Seattle’s bustling Pike Place Market is one of the country’s most iconic markets. Home to dozens of beloved restaurants and indie shops, arts and crafts stalls, and an array of produce, flower, seafood, and specialty food booths, this nine-acre complex connects directly with the city’s waterfront via the Overlook Walk, a landscaped pedestrian overpass that joins with the Seattle Aquarium’s Ocean Pavilion.
Beyond Pike Place Market, you can also browse local goods at numerous weekly farmers markets held throughout the city. Local favorites include University District (Saturdays, year-round), West Seattle (Sundays, year-round), and Ballard Farmers Market (Sundays, year-round).
Chehalis Farmers Market
When: Tuesdays, May–October
Sample the bounty of southwest Washington at the Chehalis Farmers Market. Browse seasonal vegetables, herbs, fruit, and berries alongside baked goods and handcrafted items such as jewelry, textiles, and soaps. The downtown location makes it easy to pair a market visit with local shops, restaurants, and historic attractions.
Olympia Farmers Market
When: Thursday–Sunday, April–October; Saturdays from January–March
This year-round farmers market in Washington features high ceilings and is perfect for browsing stalls, rain or shine. The Olympia Farmers Market celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2025, and you’ll find a diverse array of artisan crafts and produce sellers. Food carts dish out everything from hearty sausages to cheesebread sticks and refreshing desserts. Bring your meal to nearby Port Plaza or Percival Landing Park to soak up views of Budd Inlet while you eat.
Pasco Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, May–October
The agriculturally rich Tri-Cities area is home to the Pasco Farmers Market, held at Peanuts Park under a covered pavilion. Peaches, nectarines, and cherries are a specialty in this sun-kissed part of Washington. Many vendors carry goods popular with the region’s vibrant Latino community, including piquant salsas and dry spices, pork tamales, and traditional Mexican pan dulce.
Spokane Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, early May to late November; Wednesdays, July–October
Set in verdant Coeur d’Alene Park in Browne’s Addition, the Spokane Farmers Market features a diverse selection of merchants and artisans. Enjoy focaccia and cinnamon rolls, gourmet dog treats crafted by Fetch Barkery, and grass-fed beef and pork from Olsen Farms. A couple of blocks away, combine your visit with a tour of the art and historical exhibitions at the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture.
Also See: Spokane Travel Guide
Downtown Walla Walla Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, May–October
Nestled in Washington’s Wine Country, the Downtown Walla Walla Farmers Market takes place under an open-air pavilion adjacent to Crawford Park. Stock up on the area’s famous sweet onions and other fresh produce or artful cakes and treats. You can also buy local wine from Blue Mountain Vineyard, Mercer Estates, and others.
Port Townsend Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, April to mid-December; Wednesdays, June–September
Along the water on the picturesque Olympic Peninsula, the Port Townsend Farmers Market sits a few blocks uphill from historic downtown. Take in the fresh sea air as you browse honey, cider, wild mushrooms, berries, and more. In addition to produce, you’ll find handmade jewelry, hand-dyed clothing, and even bonsai trees.
Downtown Vancouver Farmers Market
When: Saturdays and Sundays, April–October; Saturdays only from November–March
Head to Esther Short Park, the oldest civic green space in Washington, for the year-round Vancouver Farmers Market. Explore the expansive number of arts and crafts vendors, international food stalls, and live music performances. It’s a short stroll to the beautiful Vancouver waterfront, where you can enjoy lunch while soaking up views of the Columbia River. For even more farmers market fun, the East Vancouver Market runs from June through September at the Columbia Tech Center.
Puyallup Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, mid-April to mid-October
It’s no surprise that the town that hosts the Washington State Fair, which famously showcases the state’s incredible agricultural bounty, is also home to an outstanding Washington State farmers market. The indoor-outdoor Puyallup Farmers Market takes place downtown in Pioneer Park and features vendors, live music, an international food court, and fresh flower stands.
Pybus Public Market, Wenatchee
When: Daily, year-round
Along the banks of the Columbia River in downtown Wenatchee, the airy Pybus Public Market is home to an array of vendors carrying everything from artisan cheeses to local wines, plus terrific restaurants. On the brick plaza outside the building, the Wenatchee Valley Farmers Market showcases the region’s local agricultural specialties, such as Rainier cherries, peaches, and sweet corn.
San Juan Island Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, April–December; first and third Saturdays from January–March
Steps from the ferry dock in Friday Harbor’s historic Brickworks building, the San Juan Island Farmers Market offers the chance to browse local produce and artisan items. Discover hand-crafted jewelry, textiles, ceramics, and paintings by the island’s many artists, plus local beef and tinned salmon from area fisheries.
Coupeville Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, mid-April to early October
Set on the Community Green in historic Coupeville, this Whidbey Island market is known for fresh flowers, baked goods, honey, and handcrafted items from vendors such as Case Farm, One Willow Farm, and Windward Way Farm. Live music, lawn games, and family-friendly activities add to the community atmosphere. Afterward, wander down to Front Street for waterfront views, shops, and restaurants.
About the Author
Freelance editor and writer Andrew Collins is based in Mexico City but returns frequently to the Pacific Northwest, where he is the editor of both the official Washington State Visitors’ Guide and the Visit Seattle Official Visitors’ Guide. He regularly updates several Washington chapters of the Fodor’s Pacific Northwest guidebook and is the author of Ultimate Road Trips US and Canada. Collins writes about travel for The Points Guy and several other publications. You can read his work at AndrewsTraveling.com.