Frequenting farmers’ markets in Rockland County, NY is a chance to not only grab some just-picked local produce, but also to gab with the neighbors and the vendors—and teach your kids about where food comes from and help prevent the summer learning loss. It’s also more than just greens. At the Nyack farmer’s market for example, soups, cakes, area wines, and more are all available. Here are some of the top farmers’ markets in Rockland County, as well as markets in nearby Orange, Westchester, and Bergen counties.
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Farmers' Markets in Rockland County
Nyack Farmers' Market
Main Street Parking Lot, Downtown Nyack
Hours: Thursdays, 8am-2pm
The Nyack Farmers' Market features a variety of fresh, local produce, pasta, meats, bakery items, wines and beers, and more. Parking is free in the Artopee Parking Lot during market hours.
Palisades Indoor Farmers' Market
Palisades Community Center, 675 Oak Tree Road, Palisades
Hours: Saturdays, 9am-1pm
The market offers traditional farmers' market items, artisan breads, Italian classics to go, and more. Though the market is closed for the season, it’s offering a weekly farm bag, which you can pre-order and then pick up on Wednesdays. See website for details.
Farmers' Markets in Westchester County
Down To Earth Farmers' Markets
Myrtle Boulevard and North Chatsworth Avenue, Larchmont
Hours: Through Dec. 18: Saturdays, 8:30am-1pm
Thomas Paine Cottage Museum, 20 Sicard Ave., New Rochelle
Hours: Through Nov. 19: Fridays, 9am-2pm
Main and Spring streets, Ossining
Hours: Saturdays, 8:30am-1pm
Parking lot on Theodore Fremd Avenue, Rye
Hours: Through Dec. 5: Sundays, 8:30am-2pm
From baked goods to seafood, olive oil, cheese, chutney, and more, Down to Earth Farmers' Markets offer visitors a variety of locally made items from vendors in and around the area. Though the Mamaroneck and Ossining locations are open throughout the winter, there are locations in Larchmont, New Rochelle, and Rye that return during the warmer months.
Hastings Farmers' Market
Commuter Parking Lot, across from the Hastings-on-Hudson Metro-North station
Hours: Through Nov. 20: Saturdays, 8:30am-1pm
Enjoy a beautiful view of the Hudson River while listening to live music as you stroll through vendors and booths full of local fare such as meats, coffee, cheese, produce, and European-style goods.
Irvington Farmers' Market
101 Main St., Irvington
Hours: Sundays, 9am-1:30pm
All items sold at this farmer's market come from vendors located within 200 miles of the area, selling produce, baked goods, cheeses, pickles, plants, and more.
Pleasantville Farmers' Market
10 Memorial Plaza, Pleasantville
914-205-4545
Hours: Through November: Saturdays, 8:30am-1pm
The largest farmers' market in Westchester County, Pleasantville Farmers' Market is located in the historical walking village. Run by nonprofit organization Foodchester Inc., the market’s goals are to support local foods and agriculture. Find seasonal produce, meats, cheeses, breads, prepared foods, and more.
Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow Farmers' Market
Patriots Park, Route 9, Tarrytown
Hours: Through Nov. 25: Saturdays, 8:30am-1:30pm
Located between Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow, shoppers have access to fresh produce, artisanal breads, baked goods, meats, cheeses, and more.
Farmers’ Markets in Orange County
Goshen Farmers' Market
Orange County Government Center, 255 Main St., Goshen
845-294-7741
Hours: Through Oct. 29: Fridays, 9am-3:30pm
What isn’t there to find at Goshen’s Farmers' Market? Outrageous cookies, wines, gluten-free foods, cheeses, and more await!
Pine Bush Farmers' Market
62 Main St., Pine Bush
845-217-0785
Hours: Through Oct. 19: Saturdays, 9am-1pm
Check out the work of local artists and browse a selection of produce, cheese, eggs, breads, sweets, meats, and more to have a full Pine Bush Farmers’ Market experience.
Tuxedo Farmers' Market
Tuxedo Train Station, 240 Route 17, Tuxedo Park
845-915-4058
Hours: Through Oct. 30: Saturdays, 9am-2pm
The Tuxedo Farmers' Market has brought locally grown and specialty food items to the local community since 2004. Vendors offer baked goods, cheeses, eggs, honey, produce, plants, soaps, candles, and more.
Warwick Valley Farmers' Market
South Street Parking Lot, South Street and Railroad Avenue, Warwick
845-987-9990
Hours: Through Nov. 21: Sundays, 9am-2pm
More than 30 vendors sell varieties of farm fresh produce, free-range eggs, olive oils and vinegars, herbal soaps, and wines and ciders
Farmers' Markets in Bergen County, NJ
Ramsey Farmers' Market
Main Street Train Station, Ramsey
Hours: Through November: 9am-2pm
With its rich farming history, the Ramsey Farmers' Market is the perfect opportunity to learn about and appreciate locally grown foods and vendors. Avocado lovers may enjoy Anita’s Guacamole, which is made fresh at the market!
Teaneck Farmers' Market
Garrison Avenue and Beverly Road, Teaneck
201-907-0493
Hours: Through Oct. 28: Thursdays, 12-6pm
Featuring local raw honey from Teaneck and tomatoes from Amish farmers as well as an Amish bakery, the Teaneck Farmers' Market is the perfect place to find gourmet foods.
