Washington State Directory
Farmers Markets Worth the Drive
From Puget Sound waterfront markets to Central Washington apple orchards and Eastern Washington grain country, Washington’s farmers markets connect you directly to the people who grow your food.
Markets Listed
165 Washington Markets
Year Round Options
Open Every Week
SNAP / EBT
Markets Accepting Benefits
Peak Season
June through October
Regions Covered
All 6 Washington Regions
About Washington’s Markets
More Than a Place to Buy Vegetables
Washington’s farmers markets are some of the best in the country, and not just because of the produce. The same volcanic soil and maritime climate that make this state worth exploring make it exceptional for growing food. You’ll find Walla Walla sweet onions alongside handmade pasta, Yakima Valley stone fruit next to a booth selling honey harvested twenty miles away.
Markets here tend to be community anchors. The Olympia Farmers Market has been running since 1975. Pike Place, which technically predates the whole modern farmers market movement, still hosts farmers on the north end of the building who have been selling there for decades. Out east, smaller markets in towns like Ellensburg and Pullman are where locals actually shop for groceries, not a weekend novelty.
This directory covers all 165 markets we’ve documented across Washington, from the San Juan Islands to the Columbia River Gorge. We add detail on hours, SNAP and EBT acceptance, parking, and what’s actually worth picking up when you’re there.
Browse by Region
Find a Market Near You
Washington’s six regions each have their own market character. Use these to narrow your search.
42 Markets
Puget Sound
Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia and the surrounding communities. Urban markets, waterfront settings, some of the longest running markets in the state.
28 Markets
Olympic Peninsula
Port Angeles, Port Townsend, the Hood Canal corridor. Smaller, community focused markets with strong local agriculture and seafood.
22 Markets
Northwest Washington
Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan, Island, and Snohomish counties. Bellingham, Anacortes, and the islands. Tulip country, berry farms, and year round access to some of the most productive farmland in the state.
38 Markets
Central Washington
Chelan, Okanogan, Yakima, Walla Walla, and the Kittitas Valley. Apple orchards, wine grapes, hops, and stone fruit. The agricultural engine of the state.
33 Markets
Eastern Washington
Spokane, the Palouse, and the far eastern counties. Grain country. Markets here run lean and practical. This is where local families actually do their weekly shopping.
22 Markets
Southwest Washington
Clark, Cowlitz, Lewis, and the coast. Vancouver, the Long Beach Peninsula, the Columbia River Gorge. Strong ties to the river valley and Pacific coast agriculture.
What’s in Season
Washington Farmers Market Produce by Season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asparagus | Cherries | Apples | Storage Apples |
| Rhubarb | Strawberries | Winter Squash | Root Vegetables |
| Fiddlehead Ferns | Sweet Corn | Pears | Kale and Chard |
| Spring Onions | Tomatoes | Grapes | Potatoes |
| Pea Shoots | Walla Walla Onions | Hazelnuts | Dried Beans |
| Morel Mushrooms | Peaches and Nectarines | Brussels Sprouts | Mushrooms |
| Radishes | Blueberries | Cranberries | Greenhouse Greens |
Worth a Special Trip
Markets We Keep Coming Back To
Puget Sound
Olympia Farmers Market
Running since 1975 on the Olympia waterfront, this is one of the oldest continuously operating markets in the state. Open Thursday through Sunday spring through fall.
Central Washington
Walla Walla Farmers Market
Wine country meets farm country. The sweet onion season draws people from across the state. The market runs Saturday mornings through the growing season.
Northwest Washington
Bellingham Farmers Market
One of the largest markets in the state. Saturday mornings from April through December. Strong vendor community with year over year consistency.
Exploring Washington State Podcast
Straight From the Market Managers
We sat down with the people who run some of Washington’s best farmers markets. Here’s what they told us about their markets, their vendors, and what makes their communities show up every week.
Northwest Washington
Bellingham Farmers Market
Lora Liegel on 30 years of the Bellingham Farmers Market, what keeps a major Pacific Northwest market thriving, and what the community has built around it.
Olympic Peninsula
Jefferson County Farmers Markets
Amanda Milholland runs two markets in Jefferson County, Chimacum and Port Townsend. She talks about what it takes to serve small agricultural communities on the Olympic Peninsula.
Southwest Washington
Vancouver Farmers Market
Jordan Boldt has led the Vancouver Farmers Market since 2010. He talks about year round operations and building an always fresh, always local market community in southwest Washington.
Eastern Washington
Chewelah Farmers Market
Brad Shaffer on running a small town market in northeast Washington since 2008, the season’s zucchini abundance, and why a market this size still matters to its community.
Common Questions
Washington Farmers Markets: What to Know
Which Washington farmers markets accept SNAP and EBT?
Many Washington farmers markets participate in the SNAP, EBT, and Market Match programs. Market Match doubles the value of SNAP benefits at participating markets. We note SNAP and EBT acceptance on every market page in our directory.
When is farmers market season in Washington?
Most Washington farmers markets run from late April or May through October or November. A handful of markets on the west side of the Cascades operate year round, including several in Seattle, Olympia, and Bellingham.
What makes Eastern Washington markets different from west side markets?
Eastern Washington markets tend to be more agriculture focused and less curated than their west side counterparts. You’ll find larger quantities of produce at lower prices, more grain and dry goods, and a shopping experience that’s closer to how local families actually buy food for the week.
Are pets allowed at Washington farmers markets?
It varies by market. We note pet policies on each individual market page. When in doubt, call ahead or check the market’s own website since policies can change seasonally.