Shop Local at Albany Farmers Markets
Are you a fan of fresh fruits and vegetables, local artisan products, prepared foods, and more? If so, then you should check out a nearby farmers market.
The Albany area is home to a variety of year-round and seasonal farmers markets, and we've highlighted some major ones below.
Please contact individual markets for more info and to confirm dates.
The Empire State Plaza Farmers Market
Stock up on fresh produce and locally made items at the Empire State Plaza (ESP) Farmers Market in Albany, NY. Open year round, the ESP Farmers Market brings fresh, delicious food to the Capital City so you can enjoy a taste of the good life from local growers in every season.
From May through October, the Farmers Market is held outdoors on Wednesdays at the Empire State Plaza. Then, during the winter months, the Farmers Market moves indoors to the South Concourse (which is the main connecting hallway of the ESP complex), and it is open on Wednesdays only. All products are grown or made by the sellers themselves.
2024 Summer Market
Dates: May 1 - October 9, 2024
- Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, at the Empire State Plaza, North End, Albany, NY 12242
2024 - 2025 Winter Market
Dates: October - April
- Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, in the Empire State Plaza Indoor South Concourse, Albany, NY 12242
Washington Park Farmers Market
The Washington Park Farmers Market is committed to bringing local farmers, small businesses, and healthy foods to the Capital Region. On summer Saturdays, visit the market with friends and family and support your local businesses.
From July through September, the market is held in Washington Park every Saturday from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
2024 Summer Market
Dates: July 6 - October 26, 2024
- Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, in Washington Park, at Knox Street and Mall Road, Albany, NY 12210
Troy Waterfront Farmers Market
The Troy Waterfront Farmers Market is a popular Capital Region farmers market that brings the farm right to downtown Troy. This year-round farmers market features an excellent selection of fresh produce, meat, baked goods, condiments and preserves, sweeteners and sweets, flowers and plants, household items, and more.
The summer (outdoor) market is held in Monument Square from May through November. The winter market moves indoors to the Troy Atrium from November through April.
2024 Summer Market
Dates: May - October
- Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, at Monument Square, Troy, NY 12180
2024 - 2025 Winter Market
Dates: November - April
- Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, at the Troy Atrium, 4 3rd Street, Troy, NY 12180