Vancouver Farmers Market

Good place to go for variety of reasons. See new vendors their products.Taste a new (to you) product or food with a different flavor.like getting fresh fruit or dish,buy baked goods. You may find a table to sit in the back by playground and enjoy a fresh meal.We tasted a new product.

Large variety of farms and handmade booths along with food popups, fresh florals, and more! Very family friendly with live music and so many great local owned small businesses and artisans! Beautiful location in the park with lots of shaded trees.

Came for symphonic concert. It was excellent! Thank you to the city of Vancouver!

Nice sized farmers market that you can stroll in about an hour. A variety of farm fresh veggies and fruit, food stands, dairy, coffee with a mix of artist stalls. There is a large parking lot south of the market and the cost is by donation. Also a quick walk to the waterfront and other restaurants. Highly recommend for 2-3 hours on a Saturday depending on whether you're staying long enough for lunch.

Had lots of vendors and items to choose from…….fresh fruits and veggies, food trucks, skincare, wine, etc. It’s in a good location and parking was free with donations accepted. It can get a tad crowded, I came early to avoid that and just made it. I will visit again.

I went early to the Farmers Market, got the chance to talk unhurriedly as they set up their stalls. Farm Maid soaps and candles were a great find. Candles are unique works of art, I tried a discount bar, the shower I had was fantastic, the scent of the oil being released by the hot water was amazing. They had a great sustainability option, Bring back the last candle jar, or several and they gave you a discount. The really nice thing is, this is nice soy wax, nontoxic so you just wash the mug or cup, And you have a nice hot chocolate cup . Truly worth the visit.

They have great tasting fresh fruits and vegetables. All the vendors are friendly and willing to talk about their products, especially about the unknown fruits and veggies you haven't seen or tried before.

Got ribs and they were delicious! Exciting to visit again. Went for the ice cream festival that was in town and saw this happening, such a great experience!

The Vancouver Farmers Market is a great place to get some good fresh produce, now year round on Saturdays till spring, Many vendors are open for business, Fresh food is available, hot and tasty. Worth a visit

One of my favorite weekend things to do in Vancouver. They're open both Saturday and Sunday each week, and now also year round which is nice. I usually come on Saturday's as it seems to have more stands open vs on Sunday. Lots of flower bouquets, local produce, baked goods, plants and art, as well as food stalls. Pretty nice to walk around and see what they offer. There's a suggestion donation parking lot closer to the market but around it there's lots of street parking and usually free on the weekends. It's also located right next to Esther Short Park, and the waterfront is less than a 10 minute walk away.

We love coming here to the farmers market. We usually park (there is a lot of parking, though a lot is paid parking in the garage) and walk over to the park. They rope off two big intersecting streets and have food carts, stands selling fresh produce, as well as neat locally made goods. Two carts I HIGHLY recommend are the vegan cookie/treat shop (with the ravens/gothic vibe) which is some of the best vegan treats I've ever had, as well as Rainbro Crafts for their beard oils and soaps. We love getting a snack at the food stalls and wandering around looking. Highly recommended to spend some time smelling the smells and enjoying the outside!

What an enjoyable little farmer's market! Love it! It's simple to get to in my opinion, and according to their website it's open all year round. The spring/summer hours run from April through October, Saturdays 9am-3pm and Sundays 10am-3pm. To fall/winter hours during November through March, only open Saturdays from 10am-2pm. It's set up downtown, next to the public square (or Esther Short Park) along Esther St and West 8th St. And if you check out the vendor map online, it basically runs down each street in the shape of a cross. "Parking": There are a couple of small parking lots, north and west of Esther St, or you can street park. But the bigger parking lot and moreover recommended lot is located on the south end of Esther St. We parked here because it's between both the farmers market and Vancouver Waterfront. You can stroll both places in a few hours! Parking should be free, although there was a girl collecting donations to park in the lot. Unknown if she's really pocketing it. The "Vendors" are plenty! Your local farmers are obviously there selling fresh fruits, nuts, and vegetables. A few flower vendors and a couple of nurseries at each end. There are 'self-care', soaps, and therapeutic products. Hand-crafted wood decor, metal artwork, and things for your garden. As well as hand-crafted stone, crystal, and metal jewelry makers. Plenty of bakery and other pastry options. A variety of food vendors. I was heading for the mochi donut vendor, but they unfortunately ran out of goods. Local artists, dog treats, hot sauces, kombucha, wreaths, salmon, sausages, you name it and it's probably here! I'll definitely visit more often.

Despite the drizzle, a Saturday morning at the Vancouver Farmer's Market is not to be missed. I spent way too much money on way too many things - it was perfect! LOL From candles to heritage chicken to farm fresh eggs and produce, to pottery and linen hats, you'll find exactly what you never knew you needed. The fresh roasted nuts are not to be missed. Most venders have free samples, and we took advantage of them all. The chocolate vendor is not to be missed.

Great market location with parking! They have two lots that I know of they operate adjacent to the market, on a donation basis:) Some of the best purveyors and cultivators in the area come here! And now they have public bathrooms!!

I have loved this market for so long and have always enjoyed such a well mixed variety of vendors. It pretty well goes year round and the team that works the Market are always so friendly and kind. The market is well situated on the west side of Esther Short Park and when at capacity will sprawl over to connecting streets. So convenient whether you're driving in, taking public transportation or walking your way there, you'll find very easy to arrive any way you can. I do have a couple of suggestions that I am sure are already in discussion between the Market's management. The first being the location of prepared food vendors. I spent a few hours there this past Sunday and it appears that a "Great Food Clog" has developed at the south end of the Market. The lines are long and the shoppers get cranky because so many people are waiting or eating while others are trying to maneuver through the crowd. Beyond the crowds are the levels of smoke from all of the grills fryers and other cooking devices that it lingers and is so gross to walk through. I think this is one where they can form an internal team to figure out a better location and means for food vendors so that the crowds and lines can coexist for the masses. I know they'll figure it out. À bientôt.

This is a really lovely farmers market! They shut down two cross streets in the heart of downtown on weekends. It's quite a large market with a wide variety of goods - not just fruits and vegetables, but also meats, breads, sauces, soaps, pottery, jewelry, plants, drinks, flower, hot prepared food, and more. Every vendor I spoke to was friendly and many offered samples. The info booth at the center can help you with a map or any questions. They also set up a little chalk and hula hoop station for fun. Located right next to Esther Short park which is a great place to enjoy your food or let your kids play while you shop. Saturday 9-3pm & Sunday 10-3pm. Free parking on weekends on the street nearby. Porta-potty restrooms. Dog friendly.

I've heard Sunday morning is better than Saturday afternoon. But it's a nice little open market. It would be nice to check it out some Sunday morning. I hear there's breakfast musubi offered then.

Located on the edge of Esther Short Park downtown, the Vancouver Farmers Market is a fantastic market that has expanded over the years. Open both Saturday and Sunday until 3pm, it's a worthy destination on its own but with the thriving Vancouver Waterfront in walking distance, make a day of it! Enjoy a stroll along the gorgeous Columbia River, have a delicious meal or drinks at one of the many fabulous restaurants along the water or in downtown Vancouver, then shop at the market. With a plethora of vendors offering local produce and fruit, scrumptious baked goods, plants & beautiful fresh flowers, jams, yummy chocolates, nuts, wine, olive oils, local honey and more, it's the perfect place to stock your fridge and pantry. I'm always checking out the beautiful hand made items from the crafters, especially the jewelry, carved wooden boards, kitchen items and clothing. The Vancouver Farmers Market is so lively and bustling with lots of people and activity. Even though I live in downtown Portland, I find myself venturing over the river to Vancouver because this city has really revitalized their waterfront and downtown area. Yes, there are some homeless and tents, but nothing compared to the volume in Portland where they have overtaken the streets to the point where the beauty of the city is obscured. While the market is wonderful in all seasons and I visit frequently, the summer is especially exceptional when the stalls are overflowing with the bounty that makes the PNW shine. Blueberries, Marionberries, peaches, plums, cherries, corn, tomatoes - it's hard to resist overloading your basket! But my favorite season is the fall when the air is crisp and cool, the leaves are changing, and the vendors have apples, pears, pumpkins and other fall produce and treats. Vancouver is a shining example of how a City can create a beautiful, thriving and livable city for its residents and visitors.

Beautiful sunny day at the Vancouver farmers market. The sun is out. People are out vendors are out lots of variety. Pretty much anything you might be looking for but my favorite is always the food. The food smell is enough to draw you in Dell message check it out this weekend.

I really love the idea of a Farmer's Market and willing to pay for quality. But I am disgusted by today's in East Vancouver. $4 cookies, $18 spice blends, 2 heads of cauliflower were $21.99 (and the produce vendor wanted a tip). This is ridiculous.

Now that the Vancouver Farmers Market is reopened ,the fun quotient of the area is back to its normal levels . It's a great little market that is very popular in Vancouver, and operates from March through December each year. It was established in 1986 and has since become a beloved community event that showcases local agriculture and artisanal products. The market features a diverse range of vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, meat and dairy products, handmade crafts, and more. Visitors can also enjoy live music, food trucks, and other fun activities while they shop. In addition it also plays an important role in supporting local farmers and small businesses. It is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in experiencing the best of the Pacific Northwest's local food and culture. I personally love coming on Saturdays however, the market is open both Saturday as well as Sunday . I cant recommend the plant shops and the food stalls enough because both of those have great varieties for all kinds of preferences .

Coming from a farming family, this is among my top fave farmers markets up there with New York City and San Francisco. Family friendly, great park location, abundance and lively variety of well-kept booths including sauces, plants, fruits, vegetables, retail and more near the riverfront walking distance. We were visiting during a CA-OR-WA electrical vehicle roadtrip adventure and had to explore the area. Luckily, it was open season months March-October. We found parking in one of the nearby public garages. I had the chance to meet and chat with a few of the farming families. We bought flowers, strawberries, apples and kombucha. My bouquet of peonies from C&K's Flower Garden and tulips from Mountain View Farm survived the out-of-state flight and have been in bloom the past few days. If I were a local, I'd be coming here as part of Saturday morning routine.

Just moved to the area & was happy to find there was one somewhat nearby. A good selection of vendors, super cute. Been there twice now & have found a few things we love. Not to mention all the cute dogs. Lots of good looking produce, fruits, & can't forget the beautiful flowers & yummy food vendors. Favorites include the sour dough bread, berries, kombucha & $20 flower bouquets. Definitely worth checking out. Support local.

Beautiful farmers market. Produce at every stand was amazing and well priced. The small stand with only berries was delicious. There is a baker with all gluten free cookies/treats. I got 6 flavors of cookies all were amazing and soft. I shoulda got a whole dozen! It was busy but calm and ambient noise levels. Lots of dogs around!

Gorgeous farmers market. They have a lot of options for food carts as well as fresh produce. Parking can be a little difficult but that comes from it being downtown. There are a number of leather goods and handmade items for sale that are always interesting! All of the vendors are happy and positive despite bad weather.

This farmers market is amazing. After moving to the east coast, it's been a let down trying to find a community that supports and thrives well in a farmers market. You get to see a real community that works to support each other. Not to say there aren't problems. You feel welcome, there's always something that stands out. Whether it's food, or a smiling face, not asking you to buy something but asking how your day is going and remembering that you've come through making sure what you picked up last time worked for you. It leaves you feeling warm inside and happy to come back. You meet new people and make friends. You get the feeling it's a real community and not just a sales pitch. Yes the crowds are large, yes there's a number of displaced people and yes there's parking problems. Downtown Vancouver is slowly becoming gentrified. But the heart of the farmers market is still there. Take the time to talk to people make friends with strangers. You don't always need to buy something but you will leave with something new.

The Vancouver farmer's market is truly a gem. It has a fair amount of artisanal goods, and the first few time I was off put by what I viewed as not enough produce stalls. I've now learned that even if it may not have a ton of stalls selling the same or similar wares, each vendor offers great quality. I love the hot sauce options represented, and the inclusivity of gluten free and dairy free options. There are beautiful handmade items, ranging from soaps and candles to clothing and decor. There are generally 2-3 great plant vendors on either end. The food available is absolutely to die for. The Farmer's Table(I think!?) always steals the show with their breakfast burrito with veggies. The Greek stand has incredible lamb gyro. The candied nuts and popcorn are always pleasant on a chilly morning.

Super fun and a great experience. I don't love all the dogs and their pooping, but other than that I love this place. We go to the bagel stand and the attic books booth the most. Great pickles as well!!

Visited this cute little farmer's market when we were in town for the weekend. Good mix of food, art and plant booths. Easy parking. Highly recommend!

Over the years, the Vancouver Farmer's Market has continued to grow, expand and increase the variety of vendors and goods available here, to the point where it's begun to challenge, and in some ways overtake, Portland's Saturday Market! In fact, if given a choice, I'd rather find myself here, for multiple reasons: it's cleaner, safer, friendlier, more accessible, and the vastly superior Vancouver Waterfront is within walking distance! Not to mention the always excellent Esther Short Park, and the slowly gentrifying Uptown Village all around you, with several fantastic restaurants, brew pubs, breweries and boutiques, and it's hard to make a case for Portland's ever-dwindling downtown shopping district. A new star is rising in Vancouver, while Portland's luster increasingly fades into twilight and obscurity.

Love this market! Fun selection of artisan creations, flowers stands started to get a little pricey, but still beautiful selections with generous bouquets, Food "to eat there" choices aren't as good this year as in other years, but that could just be me not liking the choices lol. The fruit and veg stands never disappoint. Well worth going to every weekend!

I really wanted to like this market and support our local farmers. However, some of them sell very poor quality produce for the price that is equivalent to the one in New Season but I can get much better quality in New Seasons. Unfortunately, I do not remember the names of the vendors. One of the organic farms have sold me aragula that turned out was old. Another one, Mindful Mushroom, sold me mushrooms that looked nice on the top but at the bottom of the container they were semi rotten (and spoiled lions mane is not edible). A third one, that has claimed to sell flourless bread made of seeds have sold the bread that turned turquoise green in the fridge in a couple of days. What in the world do they put in that bread? It's sad that because of some dishonest vendors, I cannot support our local farmers. Back to new seasons

Lovely farmers market. We went early and that's the best time. It gets more crowded later. I love the food trucks and there are so many cute dogs and cute little vendors. A cute smaller farmers market. I also I've the prices here. It's so much cheaper than in Portland.

This will be a regular for me until the season is over. Everything from fresh fruit and veggies, to the best hummus, nuts, fresh chicken and duck eggs, pastries and mochi! Love love looove this farmers market maybe even a tiny bit more than the one in Portland near PSU.

Super cute farmer's market in a beautiful town! Went around 10AM on a Saturday and there was ample parking in the donation-based lot. LOTS of produce and flower vendors, a handful of jewelry and crafts, and a few foodie stands serving all kinds of goodies.

Great farmers market! They have lots of produce stands, fresh fish, fresh meats, and a couple random stands. I was also quite impressed with their food stand area- we got some delicious corn dogs that I would totally get again. It was very dog friendly, so bring your pup with!

Great area with lots of vendors for most things you need. Will be going back frequently, especially since it is so close to the waterfront.

Went to the Vancouver FM last week for the first time. It is a very nice Market. Large variety of booths. Had a great time talking to various vendors about there products. I love wood, and found a great handmade wooden vase and ornament. There is plenty of parking across the street. Had a lot of fun and plan to go back.

Lovely farmers market! Nice vibe to the whole place. Dogs are welcome throughout. Two standout venders: So Long Cookie for delicious cookies of great varieties. She's very friendly and clearly has developed some great recipes. And... Blackbird Alchemy another baker who is focused on vegan and gluten-free. Alchemy indeed! Exceptional texture and flavor regardless of being vegan and GF. Also, very friendly proprietor with a great sense of presentation.

Fantastic, spacious farmers market with dozens of vendors. Great balance of veggies, fruit, and food with a cordial ambience of music around the market. Plenty of (free) parking nearby.

The giant dahlia bouquets were radiant. This market Runs half the perimeter of Esther short park. Not as much produce as I would have expected, but there was a good mix of arts and crafts.

My favorite Farmer's Market in the Portland/Vancouver area! Located right on the edge of Esther Short Park. There are plenty of food options, produce, flowers (cut and potted), plants, homemade crafts, coffee, and live music on the weekends where tables and tents are set up so you can eat comfortably. It is dog friendly and there are public restrooms available at Esther Short Park, right on the edge of the Farmer's Market. There's a decent sized parking lot close-by for Farmer's Market patrons where donations are encouraged. They also have an annual Recycled Arts Festival one weekend each summer. A lot of very cool yard art pieces for purchase. The market opens from mid-March thru October, Saturdays 9-3 and Sundays 10-3. A must stop if you're in the area!

I like this Farmer's Market. It's large with many different types of booths. They have everything, and parking is fairly easy. It's in the heart of Vancouver,which is pleasant, and there are other things to do when you're done. Why the four stars? I wished they had more bakeries...

My favorite market because: --close to my house --easy parking --lots of room to move even with all the participants --huge variety of venders from farmers to bouquets to pottery to crystals to clothing to live plants to jarred sauces that one cannot reasonably live without -- good vibes here: friendly and festive --smells amazing with flowers and food ---OPP--other people's pets--cute dogs, mostly; fun to admire and not be responsible for I've been here many times and always enjoy myself.

This is a small farmers market if you compare it to the one at PSU but though it's small, it's not lacking in high quality and an interesting variety of vendors. My mom was all about finding tomato plants for her garden. There were a couple of different vendors to choose from. One vendor was charging twice as much for his plants. So you can guess where she ended up buying. I was enthralled with the wares of one of the jewelry vendors (Jewelry by Shiva Designs) I had to buy a necklace and earrings to match my pearl ring. She was so nice and efficient she shortened the necklace so that it was just the perfect length. Now I always make a point of stopping by to say hello to her. I wandered around and admired the fresh asparagus, amazingly beautiful mushrooms, locally made goat cheese and wine. All the while thinking I needed a bracelet to match my necklace and earrings. So I went back. When I asked the jewelry vendor if she could make a bracelet for me to match the necklace and earrings I bought she quickly pulled out her supplies and whipped up a bracelet for me. While I was waiting for her to finish making my bracelet I wandered over and bought an amazingly full and beautiful bouquet of flowers for my mom for only $10. By the time I paid for the flowers I returned to find the bracelet was nearly completed. She just needed to size it to my wrist. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to this small yet charming farmers market. 2017 - Review # 15

Caveat Emptor! Let the buyer beware that Vancouver Farmer's Market needs to do a better job vetting their vendors. There is not an easy way to give them feedback on the vendors, so if you buy from a vendor that knowingly sells you sub-par vegetables, you have absolutely no recourse except not buy from the unethical vendor again. We purchased vegetables from several vendors, but one, PORTLAND SEEDHOUSE, knowingly sold us radishes that were virtually inedible. We threw away money. Don't ever trust this vendor to help you pick the best vegetables, because then they'll just take advantage of you. They supposedly sell their vegetables and seeds to restaurants. Really? The public should have better support and recourse when they are being ripped off. We subscribe to MarketBox. We believe in supporting local farmers and small businesses, but not disingenuous vendors who plant themselves among honest vendors in a trusting community. If a vendor gets enough valid complaints, they should not be allowed to do business at the Vancouver Farmer's Market.

It's setting is beautiful with Esther Shore Park as the backdrop and the Columbia just to the south walking distance. The vendors are nice and not pushy or stuffy. I really enjoyed walking the full area and then coming back to chose my purchases. The fresh flowers were so beautiful and even on a day over 90 they were holding up as I had seen people walking around and the looked just as lively. The mushroom vender was pack but still took the time to talk to each person answering questions. It felt more like a group conversation and less like a long line for great products. Everyone there was smiling and it was a relaxing pleasant experience.

Fantastic farmer's market! They are open both Saturdays (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) & Sundays (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.) mid-March through later in October each year (2019 it runs March 16 - October 27). They have a great variety of vendors and products ranging from produce (of course!), nurseries for plants/shrubs/trees, florists (positively gorgeous huge bouquets for as little at $10!), bakeries, sauces, jams, honey, pickles, olives, cheeses, meats, teas, candy, arts/crafts, jewelry, wood crafts, balloon artists, a couple food trucks and other food made-to-order options if you want to grab breakfast, lunch or a snack while you are there. This was our first time there as we recently moved to the area and with it being only their second weekend open for the season we were impressed with how many vendors were there and I know there are more coming as the season continues based on the info on their website. Speaking of their website, it is great with iInfo on each vendor and an interactive map, too. All the vendors were very nice and every food-related vendor we encountered had free samples so you can try before you buy. They are located in the streets which are closed off for the market around Esther Short Park so even it is rained recently it's not bad since the vendors are on the paved streets (at least when we were there nothing was in the grassy sections). There is plenty of free street parking throughout the area and they also have a paid lot for the market that just charges a donation (I think it is up to you how much to pay). There are public restroom facilities in the park where they are located (but no soap in the bathroom as far as I could tell, so maybe bring hand sanitizer...it's possible they may have had a hand sanitizer dispenser that I missed). They also have an ATM on site but many vendors take credit cards, too. Price ranges varied depending on the product but were reasonable and in-line with other farmer's markets.

Super cute father's market, but where was the fudge? I don't think I've been to a street fair and not seen or found fudge. The flowers did not disappoint as there were many different vendors scattered throughout and the prices were reasonable for beautiful bouquets at $10, 15 and 20 bucks. There were a variety of different things to include homemade jewelry, cutting boards, clothing, food trucks, fruit / veggie stands, homemade dry pasta, kombucha, candles, hummus, etc There was one spot with live music and many different lines to get in. They were doing a great job at limiting people in for social distancing. I'd go back!

I had a great time. Bought some great produce bought some gifts it was a blast. Everyone seemed very nice that I spoke to. It was well attended meaning there were quite a few different types of vendors. There were quite a few people attending but not so many you couldn't stop and look. I will go back.

Been coming here for 30 years - always a wide variety of fresh fruits & veggies. Love to pick up fresh flowers to bring home & brighten up the room !

Multiple booths fail to keep meat at safe temperatures, the empanada booth allows folks to jump the line, just an absolute clusterfuck of a farmers market. Far better options available with a bit of a drive.

Exceptional! Awesome selection of vendors, tasty food and beautiful goods. Parking is easy nearby.

A lot cool crafts and foods. I bought some amazing soy candles!! Also great produce, flowers and plants!!

We love the Vancouver farmer's market and went for the first time this year today, June 20. Frankly I was stunned at the line...not the length, but that they have one! More than a year ago it was scientifically proven that one of the chief factors in the spread of COVID was spending time in proximity to other people. The line does EXACTLY that...has people waiting in close proximity for other people for an extended time. I'm not sure how this upside down decision was made, but it is MUCH safer to wander around outdoors instead of being held in line. How about some common sense here?

We just moved to the area and are always in search of great farmer's markets. This one did not disappoint. I was surprised at how many booths there were, considering that it is only the second week of the season. They had a great turn out but it was not overcrowded...just a nice low-key day to browse and take our time. Our great finds: grass-fed local beef, fresh cut flowers, and local honey. There is a lot of parking across the street (a donation is requested) which is really nice for a downtown venue. It was a fun day. We'll be back every weekend.

It's pretty good, but I sort of expected more. It's on the smallish side and more expensiveness than other farmers markets I've been to. That said, it's a great community event and very well attended.