Farmers Markets in Monterey

Earning the name "Salad Bowl of the World," it's no surprise that Monterey County is home to many farmers markets of varying sizes and specialties 7-days a week. In addition to fresh local produce, many markets have food booths, food trucks and live music.

Daily Farmers Markets

Whether you're a resident or a visitor, daily farmers markets offer an abundance of seasonal, farm-fresh products showcasing the region’s rich agriculture, so you'll always have access to local produce.

Pacific Grove Certified Farmers Market

Mondays, 3-7 p.m.
Grand Avenue and Central Avenue
Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Carmel Farmers Market

Tuesdays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (May-September) 
3618 The Barnyard 
Carmel, CA 93923

Alisal Certified Farmers Market

Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. (June-September)
632 East Alisal Street
Salinas, CA 93905

Old Monterey Marketplace

Tuesdays, 4-7 p.m. (October-April), 4-8 p.m. (May-September)
Alvarado Street and West Franklin Street
Monterey, CA 93940

Natividad Certified Farmers Market

Wednesdays, 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (May-October)
1441 Constitution Boulevard
Salinas, CA 93906

Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market

Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
Mission Street & 6th Avenue
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Seaside Certified Farmers Market

Thursdays, 4-7 p.m. 
 Laguna Grande Regional Park at 1259 Canyon Del Rey Blvd
Seaside, CA 93955

Soledad Farmers Market

4-8 p.m. (May-December)
Front Street & Encinal Street
Soledad, CA 93960

Del Monte Certified Farmers Market

Fridays, 8 a.m. - Noon
Del Monte Shopping Center
1410 Del Monte Center
Monterey, CA 93940

Salinas Valley Healthy Certified Farmers Market

Fridays, Noon - 5:00 p.m.
450 E. Romie
Salinas, CA 93901

Oldtown Salinas Farmers Market

Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
300 block Main Street
Salinas, CA 93901

The Power Plant Certified Farmers Market

Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
7990 CA-1
Moss Landing, CA 95039

Everyone's Harvest Certified Farmers Market

Sundays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
215 Reservation Road
Marina, CA 93933

Carmel Valley Certified Farmers Market

Sundays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Mid-Valley Safeway parking lot
104 Mid Valley Center
Carmel Valley, CA 93924

Local Farm Stands

In addition to farmers markets, Monterey County is home to a number of farm stands that offer daily, direct-to-consumer produce sales. Many of these stands are located on family-owned farms, where you can pick up fresh items right from the field.

The Thistle Hut

Daily, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
2047 Watsonville Rd
Castroville, CA 95012

Roadside grocery store featuring the local bounty of fresh fruit, vegetables, plus dried and canned goods.

Earthbound Farm Organic Farm Stand

Mondays-Saturdays, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sundays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
7250 Carmel Valley Rd.
Carmel Valley, CA 93923

 Along with choosing from fresh produce grown in a spectacular setting, join in on a chef's pantry tour, cut your own flowers, or explore the "Kids' Garden." Check out their calendar for special events and workshops like wreath-making and pumpkin carving.

The Farm

Mondays-Saturdays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Exit off Hwy 68, Spreckels Blvd
Salinas, CA 93908

The Farm is an agricultural education center, demonstration farm and produce stand designed to tell the story of farming on the Central Coast. Enjoy the fresh certified organic produce, tours and visits with the farm animals. The Farm also hosts several events throughout the year like Apple Day, Fall Festival, Day of Thanksgiving and more.