Farmers' Markets to Visit this Summer 🌽
With so many farmers’ markets popping up across the Island this summer season, it’s hard to choose which to visit first. Below, we’ve compiled a list of just a few of the markets Long Island has to offer.
Long Beach Farmers’ Market, Long Beach
The Long Beach Farmers’ Market kicked off for the season on Saturday, May 29 at Kennedy Plaza at 1 W Chester St.
It will host a series of local vendors each Wednesday and Saturday, lasting into the fall season.
The market features a variety of locally supplied goods for market goers to enjoy. A plethora of certified organic fruits and vegetables, herbs, and greens are available alongside items like juices, cheese, milk, beer, fresh pasta, pickles, smoked pork, soaps and preserves. Shellfish and regional fish, baked goods, cakes and cookies will also be present at the market, with vegan and gluten free treats available as well.
The market will run until late fall. You can plan your visit for any Saturday between May 29 and November 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., aside from Oct. 9 when the Fall Festival takes place. You can also make a trip to the market every Wednesday between June 2 and November 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Roslyn Farmers' Market, Roslyn
The Roslyn Farmers’ Market officially kicked off for the season on Wednesday, June 2 at Christopher Morley Park.
From now through December 29, you can visit the market every Wednesday between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m.
The market will be hosting more than 30 local farmers and vendors, who will sell a good mix of everything you would expect from a farmers’ market. Market goers will be able to choose from items like fresh fruits and vegetables, bread and other baked goods, jellies and jams, pasta, coffee and tea, seafood, soaps and beauty products, flowers, alcohol, vegan treats, and much more. For a full list of vendors and what they’ll bring to the market, click here.
Farmingdale Farmers’ Market, Farmingdale
Join Farmingdale Village every Sunday starting June 6, 2021 to November 21, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for The Farmers’ Market by Schneider’s Farm.
Shop a great selection of produce, vegetables, and plenty more offered by Schneider’s Farm located in Melville. The farm has been providing local and fresh produce and plants to the Long Island community for over 60 years.
Visit The Farmers' Market for high quality items at low prices right on the village green of Farmingdale. End your Sunday trip to Farmingdale by visiting some of the local shops and restaurants downtown.
Babylon Village Farmers’ Market, Babylon
Babylon Village Farmers Market opened earlier than usual this year, on May 3, 2021.
This opening was a welcome sight for the community, bringing fresh produce and more to the village. While the trials of the pandemic have been rough across Long Island, local farmers’ markets emphasize the importance of shopping and eating locally.
For the past month the vendors, some well-established locally and others new, have made their way to Babylon Village Farmers Market at Babylon’s LIRR Station. Starting on June 6 according to an announcement from Babylon Village Farmers Market, new farms will be joining them, adding more local products to an already bustling market.
Babylon Village Farmers Market is open every Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and will be continuing until November. The market can be found at 51 Railroad Ave. in the LIRR Parking Lot.
Port Jefferson Farmers’ Market, Port Jefferson
The Port Jefferson Farmers’ Market opened up its outdoor spring and summer market on Sunday, May 2. Located at Port Jefferson’s Harborfront Park, the market will operate from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday through November 14.
The market features a variety of fresh produce, bread and other baked goods, meats, pickles, plants and flowers, honey, nut butters, and much more.
For more information, visit the Port Jefferson Farmers’ Market Facebook page.
Northport Farmers’ Market, Northport
The Northport Farmers’ Market reopened for the 2021 summer season on June 5.
The Northport Farmers market is open between 8 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on all Saturdays from June 5 to Nov. 20. It is in its usual spot at the Cow Harbor parking lot at the foot of Main St., and operates rain or shine. It offers fresh produce, baked goods, meats, dairy, beverages, and more from vendors old and new.
For updates, visit the Northport Chamber of Commerce Facebook page and Northport Farmers’ Market Facebook page.
