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Tuck Woodstock
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Portland Farmers’ Markets
Enjoy local produce, meals and treats at Portland farmers' markets all across town.
Tuck Woodstock
Tuck Woodstock wrote and edited content for Travel Portland from 2014–2020. Read More
Know Before You Go
The Portland State University market is open year-round, and more markets are open for the late spring through early fall.
Portland’s dining scene is legendary. But not every great meal is served at a restaurant or a food cart. Each spring, the city’s farmers’ markets come to life, creating a food lover’s paradise loaded with seasonal produce and small-batch, locally crafted eats. Grab a (reusable) bag and get ready to explore the city’s best outdoor markets.
Downtown Markets
Portland State University: Saturdays, Year-Round
Every Saturday, from 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (9 a.m.–2 p.m., Nov.–Feb.), downtown’s South Park Blocks transform into the city’s largest and most celebrated outdoor grocery. The Portland Farmers Market at PSU boasts 140 farmer and vendor stands, making it a great place to pick up not only heirloom tomatoes, Marionberries, broccoli and other hyper-local produce from local and regional farms like Groundwork Organics, Sun Gold Farm and Kiyokawa Family Orchards — but also some of the most iconic edible goods in town.
From Olympia Provisions charcuterie to bottles of Marshall’s Haute Sauce, fair trade bags of Tostado Coffee to wild harvested Columbia River salmon from indigenous-owned Native Candy, there are plenty of goodies to take home, even if your home is thousands of miles away. If you’re in the mood for take-out, order a plate of farm-fresh mole from Verde Cocina, a slice of deep-dish pizza from Via Chicago or vegan plant-based comfort food from Black Girl Veggies.
Shemanski Park: Wednesdays, May–October
The Shemanski Park Market, which runs 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on Wednesdays from May through Thanksgiving, is tucked behind the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, only three blocks from Pioneer Courthouse Square. Local chefs, students, business people and visitors spend the lunch hour mingling at the market’s 30-plus stalls. After stocking up on organic produce from pears to pumpkins, shoppers chow down on Polish kielbasa and hand-made pierogies from Taste of Old Poland and delicious sweet treats from Eat Simply by Dora.
More Markets
Each of the city’s six quadrants — yes, Portland has six quadrants — hosts its own farmers’ markets. Find more live music, local goods and seasonal produce at the neighborhood markets listed below.
Most markets are held in the morning through early afternoon unless otherwise noted. Check each market’s website for current hours and information.
North Portland Farmers’ Markets
- Kenton Farmers Market on Wednesdays (June–Sept.)
- St. Johns Farmers Market on Saturdays (May–Nov.)
Northeast Portland Farmers’ Markets
- Hollywood Farmers Market every Saturday (April–Thanksgiving); 1st and 3rd Saturdays (Dec.–March)
- King Farmers Market on Sundays (May–Nov.)
- Rocky Butte Farmers Market on Saturdays (late May–Oct.)
- Woodlawn Farmers Market every Saturday (June–Oct.); second Saturdays (Dec.–May)
- Cully Farmers Market every Thursday evening (June–Aug.)
South Portland Farmers’ Market
- South Waterfront Farmers Market every Thursday (June–Oct.); second Thursdays (Nov.–Feb.)
Southeast Portland Farmers’ Markets
- Lents International Farmers Market on Sundays (June–Nov.)
- Montavilla Farmers Market every Sunday, (May–Dec.); every other Sunday (Jan.–April)
- Woodstock Farmers Market on Sundays (June–Oct.)
Southwest Portland Farmers’ Market
- Hillsdale Farmers’ Market every Sunday (June–Oct.); 2nd and 4th Sundays (Jan.–April)
No matter which neighborhood you find yourself in or what day of the week you arrive, there’s bound to be a bustling hub of farm-fresh bounty nearby!
Farm Dinners Around Portland
Many of the local farms, orchards and vineyards host their own dinners — bringing the table to the farm, as it were. What better way to “eat local” than sitting down, family style, at a long table laden with food grown only steps away from where you sit? Don your sun hat and set out for one (or all!) of these farm dinners around Portland.
Credit: Courtesy of Field & Vine
- Field & Vine hops about, hosting farm dinners around the region highlighting local produce and pairing well with local wine selections.
- Side Yard Farm and Kitchen has a unique and creative event list, which includes suppers, brunches, workshops and even bike-in movie nights.
- Topaz Farm holds recurring farm-to-plate dinners under a 500-year-old oak tree showcasing produce harvested from the farm that same day.
Mentioned Elsewhere Online
Oregon Farmers Markets Association (OFMA)
Fun at the Market
Explore markets and maker events around Portland.
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