Spring brings chicks and showers, daffodils and farmers markets. Here are locations, hours and other vital details of South Sound farmers markets. Some markets have already opened and others will open soon.
FEDERAL WAY FARMERS MARKET
ADDRESS: 320th and Pacific Highway South, in the Sears parking lot at The Commons, Federal Way
MARKET DAY: Saturday
MARKET HOURS: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: May 12–Oct. 27, open Sunday, May 13 as part of the Buds & Blooms tour.
FEATURES: Fresh organic produce; fresh cut flowers; bakery products; kids activities; local crafts; live entertainment; concessions, special events. Master Gardener on site to answer questions.
INFORMATION: 253-261-8157; www.federalwayfarmersmarket.com
GIG HARBOR FARMERS MARKET, UPTOWN GIG HARBOR LOCATION
ADDRESS: 4701 Point Fosdick Dr., Gig Harbor
MARKET DAY: Saturday
MARKET HOURS: 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: April 7–Sept. 29
FEATURES: Open air market featuring fresh flowers, produce, plants, food, handmade crafts, a kids’ tent, free guitar lessons and live entertainment.
INFORMATION: 253-851-7397; www.gigharborfarmersmarket.com
GIG HARBOR FARMERS MARKET, SKANSIE BROTHERS PARK GIG HARBOR LOCATION
ADDRESS: 3207 Harborview Drive, Gig Harbor.
MARKET DAY: Wednesday.
MARKET HOURS: Noon–5 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: June 6–Sept. 26.
FEATURES: Open air market featuring farm-fresh produce and nursery stock; handmade crafts, floral designers; conventional and organic fruits and vegetables. Free kids’ touch tank featuring live sealife on some Wednesdays.
INFORMATION: 253-884-51-7397; www.gigharborfarmersmarket.com.
LACEY COMMUNITY MARKET
ADDRESS: Huntamer Park, off College Street S.E. at Seventh Avenue, Lacey.
MARKET DAY: Second Saturday of month: July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8.
MARKET HOURS: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: July–September.
FEATURES: Fresh produce, artisans, antiques, collectibles, local cuisine, family entertainment.
INFORMATION: 360-491-3214.
OLYMPIA FARMERS MARKET
ADDRESS: 700 N. Capitol Way, in downtown Olympia.
MARKET DAYS: Thursday through Sunday from April through October; Saturday and Sunday in November and December.
MARKET HOURS: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: April 5–Dec. 22.
FEATURES: Open air and covered market. More than 100 vendors selling fresh organic produce; meats, fresh fish, shellfish, herbs, cut flowers, healthy breads, desserts, eggs, cheeses, jams and jellies, concessions, arts and crafts, live entertainment.
INFORMATION: 360-352-9096; www.olympiafarmersmarket.com.
PROCTOR FARMERS MARKET ADDRESS: North 27th and Proctor streets in Proctor Business District, Tacoma.
MARKET DAY: Saturday.
MARKET HOURS: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: March 31–Dec. 22, winter markets second Saturdays in January, February and March.
FEATURES: Open-air market features farm fresh and organic produce; garden plants; cut flowers; grass-fed meat; fresh salmon; freshly harvested shellfish; rain collection barrels; locally cultured cow and goat’s milk cheeses; bakery items; hot ready-to-eat foods. Live entertainment, cooking demos and kids’ booth.
INFORMATION: 253-961-3666; www.proctorfarmersmarket.com.
PUYALLUP FARMERS MARKET
ADDRESS: Pioneer Park and the Pavilion, 330 S. Meridian St. (corner of Fourth Ave S.W. and Meridian), in downtown Puyallup.
MARKET DAYS: Saturday and Sunday.
MARKET HOURS: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: Saturdays, from April 14–Oct. 13; Sundays, from May 27–Sept. 2.
FEATURES: Open air and covered market with more than 100 vendors selling fresh produce; nursery stock; salmon; oysters and shellfish; meats; artisan crafts; prepackaged and prepared foods including cheese and bakery items; concessions.
INFORMATION: 253-840-2631, ext. 101 www.puyallupmainstreet.com.
STEILACOOM FARMERS MARKET
ADDRESS: Multipurpose tennis courts next to Steilacoom Town Hall, intersection of Lafayette and Wilkes streets, Steilacoom.
MARKET DAY: Wednesday.
MARKET HOURS: 3–7 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: June 13-Aug. 29.
FEATURES: Farm fresh vegetables, flowers, honey, herbs, plants, crafts, gifts, meat, fish, cheese and more. Accepting Senior and WIC FMNP coupons
INFORMATION: 253-581-1912; www.steilacoomfarmersmarket.org
TACOMA FARMERS MARKET, BROADWAY LOCATION
ADDRESS: Broadway, between Ninth and 11th streets, in downtown Tacoma.
MARKET DAY: Thursday.
MARKET HOURS: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: May 3–Oct. 25.
FEATURES: Open air market featuring fresh, seasonal produce from Washington farmers; seafood; meat; wine; nursery stocks; prepared and packaged foods; concession vendors; artisan vendors selling jewelry, woodworking and other artisan items.
INFORMATION: www.tacomafarmersmarket.com.
TACOMA FARMERS MARKET, SIXTH AVENUE LOCATION
ADDRESS: On Pine Street at Sixth Avenue, in Sixth Avenue Business District, Tacoma.
MARKET DAY: Tuesday.
MARKET HOURS: 3–7 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: May 1–Sept. 25.
FEATURES: Open air market featuring fresh, seasonal produce from Washington farmers; prepared and packaged foods; concession vendors; live music; a beer garden and artisan items.
INFORMATION: www.tacoma farmersmarket.com.
TACOMA FARMERS MARKET, SOUTH TACOMA LOCATION
ADDRESS: MetroParks STAR Park and Community Center, 3873 S. 66th Street
MARKET DAY: Sunday.
MARKET HOURS: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: May 6–Sept. 30.
FEATURES: Open air market featuring fresh, seasonal produce from Washington farmers; seafood; meat; wine; nursery stocks; prepared and packaged foods; concession vendors; artisan vendors selling jewelry, woodworking and other artisan items.
INFORMATION: www.tacomafarmersmarket.com.
VASHON ISLAND GROWERS ASSOCIATION (VIGA) FARMERS MARKET ADDRESS: Village Green, at Vashon Highway and Bank Road, Vashon Island.
MARKET DAYS: Saturdays.
MARKET HOURS: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
MARKET SEASON: April 7 – Dec. 15
FEATURES: Mostly food and crafts grown or produced on the island, fresh produce and other farm products; nursery stock; packaged foods; baked goods; kids’ activities.
INFORMATION: 206-778-8001, www.vigavashon.org.
