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GUIDE: Local Farmers Markets

Farm Fresh Foods, Products and More

By Naida June 20, 2024

Support your community by purchasing locally-grown and locally-made foods and goods. Find organics, natural products, and unique works of art you can't find elsewhere. We have many opportunities to purchase from great farmers' markets nearby.

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COUNTIES
MIDDLESEX | UNION
MONMOUTH

Here is a list organized by county for you:

MIDDLESEX COUNTY

Woodbridge Farmers Market
Where: Parker Press Parkt,  400 Rahway Avenue Woodbridge, NJ 07095
When: Saturdays until Sept. 28, from 9am-1pm
Seasonal fruits and vegetables, breads, dried nuts and fruits, desserts, popcorn, pickles, and more can be found at this market. Great weekly, local vendors and live music

Metuchen Farmers Market
Where: Town Plaza - Corner of New St and Pearl St  Metuchen, NJ 08840
When: Saturdays until Nov, from 9am to 2pm
Fresh New Jersey Farm vegetables, fruits, herbs, whey-fed pork, pasture-raised eggs and more. Vendors include artisanal breads, organic cheeses, pickled items and many delicious prepared foods to take home.

New Brunswick Community Farmers Market
Where: NBCFM Market Pavilion  178 Jones Avenue  New Brunswick 08901
When: Saturdays until Oend of Oct, from 9am to 1pm and Tuesdays from 9am to 1pm
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Where: Kilmer Square Park  108 Albany Street  New Brunswick 08901
When: Wednesdays from 11am to 3pm
Jersey fresh produce, gifts, desserts, and much more!

Highland Park Farmers Market
Where: 212 Raritan Ave  Highland Park, NJ 08904
When: Fridays until Dec 13th, 11am to 5:30pm
Various vendors selling fruits, vegetables, desserts, dairy, seafood, meats, beverages, breads and more

Bridgewater Farmers Market
Where: Bridgewater Library  1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater NJ 08807
When: Sundays until Oct. 18, from 11am to 3pm
Shop from local farmers, artisans, and food vendors

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UNION COUNTY

Rahway Farmers Market
Where: Train Station Plaza near Fulton St and E Milton Ave, Rahway NJ 07065
When: Thursdays until end of Nov., from noon to 7pm
June: strawberries zucchini  July: tomatoes & sweet corn  August: peaches & melons  September: apples & peppers  October: pumpkins & winter squashes  November: fall greens & cider

Newark Downtown District Downtown Market
Where: Prudential Plaza, 80 Park Place, Newark NJ 07102
When: Thursdays until Oct. 26th, from 11am to 3pm
Live music accompanies your shopping for fresh farm-grown fruits and vegetables. Also available are vendors selling art, crafts, and local services.

Union Farmers Market
Where: Parking Lot at 685 Liberty Ave, Union, NJ 07083
When: Thursdays until Nov 14th, from 3pm to 8pm
Promoting nutritious food, this market is filled with local businesses and vendors selling everything from Jersey Honey, fresh corn, Jersey fresh tomatoes, vegetables, and more while listening to local, performing artists.

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MONMOUTH COUNTY

Downtown Freehold Farmers Market
Where: In front of the Hall of Records, 1 East Main Street, Downtown Freehold 07728
When: Fridays until October, from 11am to 4pm
Buy sun-ripened, freshly picked fruits and vegetables directly from the farmers who grow them.

Bell Works Outdoor Markets
Where: 101 Crawfords Corner Rd, Holmdel NJ 07730
When: Wednesdays until Nov. 27th, from 11am to 4pm
Over 30 vendors selling fresh and pre-made foods as well as beauty products, artisan products, and more.

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