Can you believe it’s already harvest season? Gourds, apples, pears, cabbages, and many, many other seasonal favorites are arriving by the truckload at our local farmers’ markets, all ripe and ready to satisfy your autumnal cravings.
Want to get first dibs on this fall’s freshest offerings? Check out these top South Bay markets below, and arrive early before stock runs out!
Where Is It?
Right at the heart of Downtown Campbell, the layout of this market follows the stretch of E. Campbell Avenue between Third Street and Central Avenue.
When Is It?
Sundays | 9AM-1PM
Why Do I Love It?
This Farmers’ Market constantly ranks as one of the Bay Area’s finest markets—and it’s easy to see why! The stellar downtown location and its smorgasbord of diverse produce, artisan food, flowers, and entertainment make it feel like a party in the streets every Sunday all year round.
Where Is It?
Every week, this market occupies Town Park Plaza right off Main Street in bustling Downtown Los Gatos.
When Is It?
Sundays | 9AM-1PM
Why Do I Love It?
Not only does this Farmers’ Market offer fun little competitions (last month, it held a voting contest for the best bunch of grapes), but it adjoins Town Plaza’s sprawling lawn, which is the perfect place to spread a picnic blanket and feast on market goodies!
Where Is It?
This market takes place in the parking lot of West Valley Community College. Follow the signs in the parking area; you can’t miss it!
When Is It?
Saturdays | 9AM-1PM
Why Do I Love It?
Presenting a HUGE selection of vendors that includes knife-sharpeners, bakers, butchers, chocolatiers, and florists, this dynamic Farmers’ Market is one of the largest in all the Bay Area.
Where Is It?
On the corner of Lincoln and Minnesota Avenues, this market is held behind Willow Glen Elementary School.
When Is It?
Saturdays | 9AM-1PM
Why Do I Love It?
This small, leisurely market provides live musical performances, freshly baked goods, and many farm-to-table items. Plus, it sits right next to the school’s playground, making it a favorite hangout for young families.
I hope you get to spend a weekend morning browsing one (or more) of these local gems. If you’d like more info about other nearby markets, please reach out!
