Columbus Area Farmers Market Guide
Updated 2022 Farmers Market Directory
Area markets are mostly back to normal operations this year after two summers of working with pandemic restrictions. Check website links for the latest updates before going to a community market.
Thursdays, 4–7pm
May 26 through October 20
South Dawson Ave. at East Main St.
The market, now in its 12th season, features nearly 30 vendors and has live entertainment weekly. It’s one of three local markets run by the Common Greens nonprofit group.
Thursdays, 3 to 6 p.m.
July 7 through September
925 Mt. Vernon Ave. at the corner of 17th;
Now in its 5th year, this popular urban market also runs classes to promote urban food growing and a plant-based diet. Free parking is available across from the market.
4–6pm Tuesdays (June through September)
4–7pm Fridays (May through October)
36 E. Canal St., Newark
The twice weekly market is in its 7th season and is host to some 40 vendors. This community pavilion also hosts arts and crafts markets and special events. Find details at the website.
Canal Winchester Farmers Market
Saturdays, 9am–noon
May 28 through September 24
100 N. High St., Canal Winchester
Now 24 years old, this market brings some 30 vendors together at the Canal Winchester Historical Society Complex. See map and details at the website.
Saturdays, 9am–noon
April 30 through Nov. 19
North High St. at Dunedin Rd.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the market returns home to the heart of Clintonville after two summers at the Ohio History Connection. Shoppers will find over 50 Ohio farmers and food producers on site, as well as live music and dance performances each week. You also can order in advance here Tuesdays through Thursdays and pick it up. The market is run by the Common Greens nonprofit group.
Saturdays, 9am–noon
May 7 through September
On Longshore Street and on Bridge Park Avenue, Dublin
The market has dozens of vendors selling produce and other foods and retail items, as well as live entertainment. Free parking is available at the Longshore, Mooney, Endres and Howe Parking Garages.
Franklin Park Conservatory Farmers Market
Wednesdays, 3:30–6:30pm
June 1 through September 21
1777 E. Broad St.
Enjoy fresh dairy, meats and baked goods with a view at the Franklin Park Conservatory Farmers Market. In addition to seasonal goods, the market hosts a variety of food trucks.
Wednesdays, 4–7pm
June 1 through Sept. 28
City of Gahanna parking lot at 98 N. High St.
Sponsored by the local organization Make Gahanna Yours, this market has moved to a new location for 2022.
German Village – St. Mary Farmers Market
Saturdays, 9am–1pm
April 30 through November 12
Front lawn of St. Mary School, 700 S, Third Ave.
Now in its 4th year, the market offers fresh produce, meats, dog treats and other merchandise. The location also will host a Food Truck Festival on May 13 from 6 to 9pm.
Saturdays, 8:30am–noon
May 7 through Oct. 29
Raccoon Valley Park, 1225 River Rd., Granville
The Saturday market is back at Raccoon Valley Park, more than 50 vendors including local farmers, bakers and specialty food producers. There is also a Tuesday market (June 14 through Sept. 27) from 3 to 6pm in the parking lot of Ross' Granville IGA on South Main Street.
Saturdays, 8am–noon
May 14 through Sept. 10
3444 Park Street, Grove City
Located in the large parking lot between Broadway Station Apartments and the Grove City Library, this market features some three dozen vendors and supports the Grove City Food Pantry.
Tuesdays, 4–7pm
May 24 through Sept. 6
Hilliard United Methodist Church parking lot
5445 Scioto Darby Rd., Hilliard
This market features a variety of farmers and food vendors and can now accept SNAP benefits.
Saturdays: 8:30am- noon
May 7 through October 8
West Chestnut St. between Broad and Columbus streets, Downtown Lancaster
Featuring more than 80 vendors, the market is held in a parking lot around the corner from the Keller Market House. Plenty of street parking available.
Saturdays, 9am–noon
May 7 through October
Public Square, Mount Vernon
Vendors offer locally grown fruits and vegetables, local honey, baked goods, homemade candy, maple syrup, goat milk products and more.
Thursdays, 4–7pm
June 23 through Sept. 15
Market Square, in front of the New Albany Library, 200 Market St.
This walk-up market features local produce, artisan products, baked goods and other seasonal items.
Saturdays, 8am–noon
June 4 through Oct. 29
59 Spruce St. in Downtown Columbus
One of the longest running farmers markets in Central Ohio, the North Market offers live entertainment and local makers selling hand-made items in addition to showcasing local farms.
Fridays, 4-7pm
June 3 through Sept. 2
Veterans Green, Main and Front streets
Local vendors sell everything from produce to honey to meats and cheeses to baked goods to crafts.
Tuesdays and Fridays, 10:30am–2pm
May 20 through Oct. 28
Along Pearl Alley and Gay Street
In operation since 1989, this outdoor market typically has about three dozen vendors offering a variety of farm-fresh produce and other products in the heart of Downtown Columbus. There also are monthly Saturday night (Moonlight) and Sunday afternoon (Sunlight) markets. See details on the website.
Thursdays, 4–7pm
June through September
89 N. Center St. (at Town Square Drive)
Located in Olde Pickerington Village, the market includes produce, meats, dairy products, baked goods and more.
Thursdays, 4:30–7pm
July 7 through October 6
Uptown Plain City
This market opens with a special July 4 kickoff event from 9am to noon before moving to Thursday evening hours for the summer.
Saturdays, 9am–noon
May 21 through Oct. 8
240 N. Liberty St., Powell
The market, located in the Liberty Square Plaza, features homemade, home-baked or homegrown items.
Prairie Township Farmers Market
Mondays, 4-7pm
June 20 through Sept. 19
Prairie Township Community Center
5955 West Broad St., Galloway
The market hosts about 20 vendors as well as two food trucks each week.
Thursdays, 4–7pm
June 9 through September 1
JFK Park, 7232 E. Main St., Reynoldsburg
Now in its 15th year, this shop-on-site market offers fresh produce and locally made food and craft items, as well as entertainment.
Saturdays, 9am–noon
June through September
Sunbury Square
The Sunbury market has been running since 2005 to give small-scale farmers and food artisans a chance to sell their products directly to consumers.
Union County Farmers Market at Marysville
Saturdays, 8:30am–11:30am
May 21 through October 1
Partners Park, 125 E. 6th St., Marysville
Now in its 36th year, the market features vendors who are all from Union County or a surrounding county.
Upper Arlington Farmers Market
Wednesdays, 4–7pm
May 18 through Oct. 26
Parking lot of Tremont Pool, 2850 Tremont Rd.
This market, hosting about 30 venders a week, continues in the same location adjacent to Northam Park. The market, which also accepts SNAP benefits, is run by the Common Greens nonprofit group.
Saturdays, 9am–noon
May 21 through Oct. 8
Behind Westerville City Hall
21 South State Street, Westerville
The Saturday Westerville market has about 60 vendors offering locally grown food and farm products from all over Central Ohio.
1st and 3rd Saturdays, 9am–noon
June through October
West Gate Masonic Lodge
2925 W Broad St, Columbus
The Westgate Farmers Market was created by residents seeking to make healthy, locally-produced foods more accessible to West Side residents and others. The market accepts SNAP and WIC benefits.
Saturdays, 8am–noon
April 2 through October
Along High Street / Downtown Worthington historic district
The market, one of the largest in the area with 80-plus vendors, is again being held on the streets of downtown this year. Shop in person or pre-order online and pick up at the market on Saturday.
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