Sonoma Farmers Markets and Farms
In the charming town of Sonoma, you can sample just-off-the-farm fruits, veggies, and delicious local products at these markets and farm stands in scenic Sonoma County, California.
Farmers Markets in the Town of Sonoma
Check out all three of the outstanding farmers’ markets in the vibrant town of Sonoma, nestled in the heart of Sonoma Wine County.
Sonoma Valley Certified Farmers Market is open year-round every Friday morning, and it’s a great place for visitors to put together a picnic for a day’s outing. Open since 1985, it offers certified fruits and veggies, locally produced foods like olive oil, tamales, baked goods, flowers, plants, and numerous handmade crafts.
Sonoma’s Tuesday Night Market is a fun place to be, starting on the first Tuesday in May to the last Tuesday in September. Get ready to groove because, in addition to 60 vendors offering fresh local wares, there is also an incredible live music lineup. Visitors and locals gather at this lively night market to stroll the booths, vibe to the beats, savor a tasty meal, and enjoy Sonoma County’s mild weather in pretty downtown Sonoma.
The Springs Community Farmers’ Market brings a rich bounty of agricultural produce to a plaza just off Highway 12. This seasonal market is held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sundays, from mid-May to November. From the surrounding farms, orchards, and ranches, this market offers amazing veggies and fruit, fresh fish, flowers, jewelry, soaps, art, and delicious specialty treats, like ceviche, dips, shaved ice, and more.
More Fresh Produce and Farm Goods
Vella Cheese Company is a family-owned specialty store crafting award-winning cheeses since 1931. Pick up artisan cheeses at the factory and retail shop located in the historic 1904 stone building, just a short walk from Sonoma Plaza. All of the tasty products are handmade with local ingredients from sustainable dairies. Vella Cheese has been recognized by Slow Food’s Ark of Taste, which celebrates culinary heritage.
Sonoma Garden Park is a six-acre year-round community garden where, every Saturday during the season (April-December), a farm-fresh market offers sustainably raised produce, eggs, honey, flowers, nursery plants, and more. While you’re there, walk the trails with interactive educational displays, enjoy the butterfly garden and the fig forest, and explore the straw bale barn. There’s also a lively chicken coop that’s fun to watch.
Written by Sonoma Insider Suzie Rodgriguez
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