From downtown staples to community-driven pop-ups, here’s where Modesto shops direct from growers in 2025. Go early, bring a tote, and say hello to the farmers; many accept EBT with Market Match.
Farmers Market in Modesto (2025)
10 Places
From downtown staples to community-driven pop-ups, here’s where Modesto shops direct from growers in 2025. Go early, bring a tote, and say hello to the farmers; many accept EBT with Market Match.
Modesto Certified Farmers' Market
Farmers' market
Since 1979, this downtown institution anchors Modesto’s farm-to-table scene with certified growers, hot food, flowers, and live demos. The market’s 2025 schedule is confirmed by the market and Downtown Modesto Partnership.
Rodin Ranch Farmers' Market
Market
A fourth-generation family’s downtown storefront selling local produce, nuts, dried fruit, and almond butter year-round. Recognized by Stanislaus Grown and profiled by the Modesto Bee for championing farm-direct shopping.
Rodin Farms
Fruit and vegetable store
At the corner of Oakdale and Claribel, this longtime seasonal stand from the Rodin family brings peaches, tomatoes, melons, nuts, and more. Listed by Stanislaus Grown and area chambers as a local favorite.
Kaiser Permanente Modesto Medical Center and Medical Offices
Medical Center
A hospital-campus market tied to Kaiser Permanente’s farmers market program, offering weekday access to fresh produce. Current Monday hours are widely listed for 2025 and complement Kaiser’s Dale Road medical center.
Dutch Hollow Farms
Permanently closed
A family farm with seasonal markets, U-pick flowers, animal days, and a fall pumpkin season. The farm’s 2025 calendar confirms open dates; local event guides spotlight its hands-on experiences.
Kelley Flower Farm
Florist
Self-serve farm stand for seasonal blooms from a Modesto grower who also sells at the downtown market. Hours and pickup details are current for 2025; Visit Modesto also features the stand.
Turlock Certified Farmers Market
Farmers' market
A nonprofit, Always Local market drawing Stanislaus growers and artisan food makers. The official calendar confirms the 2025 Saturday season downtown, with Stanislaus Grown listing the market as a regional anchor.
Oakdale Morning Market
Market
A lively Saturday morning street market May–September with produce, baked goods, and live music. The market’s site and city tourism confirm 2025 dates, making it an easy hop from Modesto.
Riverbank Farmers Market
Market
Riverbank revived its downtown market with evening hours on Santa Fe Street. Local news coverage and market listings confirm the return, drawing family vendors, hot food, and live music a short drive from Modesto.
The Food Initiative of Greater Stanislaus
Social services organization
A community mobile market bringing fresh produce to Modesto neighborhoods monthly, including West Side and south Modesto sites. Listed by Stanislaus Grown with 2025 stop details and contacts.
