Perhaps you need some fresh ideas while planning your family's weekly meal schedule. Or, you'd prefer skipping the supermarket produce aisle and shop straight from the farm instead. Better yet, maybe you just need somewhere to bring the kids after school while grabbing some goods for yourself.
Whatever your reason for visiting a farmers market may be, there are plenty of local options to head to around Bergen County, each with their own offerings including produce, baked goods, easy dinner ideas, and unique pieces from local artisans. Here are some farmers markets around Bergen County to check out this spring and summer.
Ramsey Farmers Market This market, open May through November, often brings in the crowds with its wide-ranging vendors plus special events that happen during the summer and fall season. Look for a variety of goodies to fill your home with from Anita's Guacamole, Meredith's Bakery, Pie Eyed Bar Pies, OM Champagne Tea, Lara's Mediterranean Wraps, and Valley Shepherd Creamery to name a few. Plus, look for special events throughout the summer like the strawberry festival and peach festival. Open Sundays 9 am-2 pm
River Vale Farmers Market Expect a variety of vendors with new ones added at this "bigger and better" market. Think: Mochimoly, Picklelicious, Lunch Lady Foods, Empanada Lady, No Worries Candle, Cousins Maine Lobster, and so much more. Plus, kids can enjoy balloons from Balloon Chica, or shop gifts for graduations, birthdays, and more. Open Thursdays 1-6 pm.
West New York Farmer's Market Head over to West New York, NJ to shop for fresh produce, Italian artisanal bread, pizza, treats for pets, pickles, dried fruits and nuts, and more. Happening every Friday starting June 6, you can find an array of delish vendors to enjoy. Open Fridays starting June 6 to November 21 2-6 pm
Closter Farm Market Straight from the farm to your kitchen, Closter Farm offers fresh picked produce including heirloom tomatoes, carrots, beans, apples, eggplant and much more for healthy eating. Plus, all of their chicken, beef and pork is organic and pasture-raised, so you know you're consuming only the finest meat products without antibiotics or any added hormones. Open daily 9 am-6 pm.
Abma’s Farm Market Of course we love to visit the animals at Abma's farm, but a stop into the market for an equally enjoyable treat is equally worth it. Stock your produce drawer with fresh homegrown fruits and vegetables; dig into their kitchen specials such as quiches (courtesy of Abma’s chickens); and be sure to snag one of their fresh baked desserts such as cheesecake and strawberry rhubarb pie. Bread, eggs, homegrown honey, condiments, and more are also available. Open Monday-Friday 8 am-6 pm, Saturday 8 am-5:30 pm
Teaneck Farmers Market Now open in Teaneck, the weekly farmers market is serving up a range of food that can be served fresh or can be frozen to give you something to look forward to. Stock up on The Pickle Shoppe, My Most Favorite Foods Bakery, Joey's Market, The Cheese Guy, and much more produce and baked goods at Bergen's longest running market. With a number of vendors available for pre-order and pickup (think: your afternoon coffee pick-me-up), it makes your shopping adventures even more efficient. Open Thursdays 12-6 pm.
Harrington Park Farmers Market Although the Harrington Park market doesn't open until mid-August, the quality vendors to shop are worth the wait. Past vendors have included Stokes Farm, baked goods from The Cake Fairy, Italian Specialties from Paolo's Kitchen, Latin Dragons' Asian-Latin Fusion Food Truck, beauty products from Heaven Scent Beauty, totes and accessories from WEBE Bags, and much more. Opens August.
River Edge Farmers Market Enjoy live music while you shop for fresh eats. Popular food vendors include The Ice Cream Lady of NJ, Jersey Pickles, The Empanada Lady, Holy Cannolis, The Brownie Bar, and Orlando Bakery. Plus, enjoy special guest vendors including River Edge Organic Honey, Groomington Eats, and Garden State Girl Designs. Opens Thursday May 22, 3-7 pm
Ridgewood Farmers Market Opening day is happening on Sunday June 22, with farm to table fruit, veggies, fresh-baked goods, local honey, and homemade cheeses. Head to the market every Sunday through October 26 for everything you need to entertain or make your summer home worth visiting. Opens Sunday June 22, 8:20 am-2 pm
Demarest Farms Market Whether you're visiting for the busy pick-your-own season or just in need of some farm-fresh finds, Demarest Farms' market is a must-visit. Stop in the spacious market for fresh baked goods (the donuts can't be beat), just-picked fruits and vegetables, flowers, jams, and meals that make lunches and dinners a breeze. While it gets busy during the summer, you can easily pop in and pick up delicious goodies. Open daily from 8 am-5 pm
