A round up of nearby markets, tips and tricks
By Jenna-Lee Neff
With our gorgeous weather, now is the prime time to get out to a farmers market to support local small businesses, farms and creatives. To help you pick where to go, we’ve rounded up a comprehensive list of farmers markets across the Valley.
Roadrunner Park Farmer’s Market
The Roadrunner Park Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located near Paradise Valley Mall between the 51 Freeway and 36th Street. This market accepts Arizona Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program vouchers (AZ FMNP), Double Up Food Bucks Arizona (DUFB), and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Address: 3502 E. Cactus Road, Phoenix
Website: arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com/roadrunner-farmers-mkt
Farmers Market on High Street
The Farmers Market on High Street is a weekly Sunday morning market located in the High Street shopping district at 56th Street and the 101 Freeway.
Hours: Open Sundays from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Address: 5415 East High Street, Phoenix
Website: highstreetaz.com/farmers-market
Pinnacle Peak Farmer’s Market
Pinnacle Peak Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market on Pinnacle Peak and 43rd Avenue in Glendale, located in the parking lot of Hurricane Harbor Water Park.
Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Address: 4243 W. Pinnacle Peak Road, Glendale
Website: facebook.com/pinnaclepeakfarmersmarket
Anthem Farmer’s Market
The Anthem Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located in Anthem Veteran’s Memorial Park.
Hours: Open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Address: 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Phoenix
Website: arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com/anthem-farmers-market
Downtown Farmer’s Market
The Downtown Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located on Central Avenue and McKinley. This market accepts Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), AZ FMNP, DUFB and SNAP.
Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Address: 721 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
Website: downtownphoenixfarmersmarket.org
Uptown Farmer’s Market
Uptown Farmers Market is a weekly Saturday and Wednesday morning market on the southeast corner of Central Avenue and Bethany Home Road, located on the grounds of the North Phoenix Baptist Church. This market accepts DUFB and SNAP. They are currently matching DUFB and SNAP dollar-for-dollar with no limit.
Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Address: 5757 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
Website: uptownmarketaz.com
Old Town Scottsdale Farmer’s Market
The Old Town Scottsdale Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located in Old Town Scottsdale on 2nd Street and Brown. This market accepts AZ FMNP, DUFB and the SNAP.
Hours: Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Address: 3806 N. Brown Ave., Scottsdale
Website: arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com/old-town-scottsdale
Arrowhead Farmer’s Market
The Arrowhead Farmer’s Market is a weekly Saturday morning market located on the north side of the Arrowhead Town Center mall parking lot in front of the old Sears building next to the AMC movie theater.
Hours: Open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Address: 7780 W. Arrowhead Towne Center, Glendale
Website: getlocalarizonaevents.com/saturdaymarket
Jenna-Lee Neff is a freelance journalist, digital audience analyst, and nonprofit public relations professional. Learn more about her work at jennaleeneff.com.
Farmers Market Tips & Tricks
Use these tips to guarantee the best selection, easy shopping and a comfortable day:
- COME EARLY
For best selection of produce, arrive first thing so that you have first choice on the variety of produce you’ll see at your farmers market. - BRING CHANGE AND SMALL BILLS
Though more and more markets are set up to take credit cards, carrying cash is a must. - BRING A COOLER
Some smart produce shoppers bring a cooler on wheels to keep produce fresh until it gets home. - DRESS FOR THE WEATHER
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Don’t forget to bring drinking water.
Practicing safety and physical distancing is a must.
Use these tips to prevent the spread of COVID-19:
- LIMIT YOUR GROUP
Prevent overcrowding at the markets by limiting the amount of people you bring on your trip. - COVER YOUR MOUTH
Bring your face mask and wear it secured properly over your nose and mouth in public areas. - LOOK, DON’T TOUCH
Only touch produce items you plan to buy. The less people who touch an item, the less opportunities that exist for contamination. - STUFFY NOSE? STAY HOME
If you or someone in your group isn’t feeling well, consider postponing your trip to the farmers market. Pay them a visit when you are well.
