Minnesota’s farmers markets are more than just grocery stops; they’re seasonal celebrations of freshness, craftsmanship, and community spirit
Whether stocking your kitchen with local ingredients or simply craving a perfect sun-ripened tomato, you havea robust market scene to choose from. Here are 12 markets that deliver a dynamic slice of life:
1. Red wing Farmers Market
Take a scenic drive along the Great River Road and discover the vibrant Red Wing Farmers Market, where Saturday mornings come alive. With up to 3,500 visitors each week, this bustling market is a weekly celebration with food trucks, music, and a joyful community vibe.
While it’s a fantastic stop for visitors, the market is also at the heart of the area’s local food access movement. They offer online ordering, a weekly market share subscription box, and even run a food hub that brings food from market farmers to local schools and food pantries.
Rooted in the heart of Minneapolis’ American Indian Cultural Corridor, Four Sisters Farmers Market is a vibrant, Indigenous-centered marketplace that celebrates Native growers, makers, and artists.
Operated by the Native American Community Development Institute (NACDI), this nonprofit market is a welcoming space to find fresh, nutritious food, handmade goods, and one-of-a-kind creations from Native artists and entrepreneurs. More than a market, Four Sisters is a gathering place that honors cultural traditions and strengthens community through every interaction.
Keep your eye out for the big red building! The Duluth Farmers Market has been a true community anchor for over 100 years. As one of Minnesota’s earliest producer-only markets, it allows only fresh produce, plants, flowers, and other agricultural products grown or made by its members.
With live music most Saturdays and special events throughout the season, it’s a lively, delicious way to keep your dollars local — a hotspot for the hometown crowd and a must-stop for visitors on the North Shore!
Nestled in lake country in the heart of the Mesabi Iron Range, the Grand Rapids Farmers Market connects the community with fresh, local goods, most of which was produced within 50 miles.
From produce, meats, baked goods, honey, and maple syrup to personal care products and hand-crafted items, the market offers something for everyone. This market exemplifies the strength and spirit of a rural community where neighbors nourish neighbors, and local food traditions thrive.
In 2022, the Fergus Falls Farmers Market moved into a beautiful new location in the Riverfront Pavilion, with shelter on one side, and fresh breezes from the Otter Tail River on the other.
Be sure to load up on the ABCs of lake country; A is for aebleskiver, B is for bison, and C is for cookies! Stroll the scenic riverwalk, visit the town’s namesake waterfall, and soak in Fergus’ signature blend of artistic charm and energy.
Be a part of Minnesota’s historical legacy when you visit the downtown St. Paul Farmers Market, the state’s oldest market with a rich history dating back over 170 years to its founding by a French-Canadian fur trapper. Today, you can catch a pedi-cab from the nearby free parking to this family-friendly spot with over 200 local vendors and everything grown or raised within 100 miles of the city.
Given the market’s proximity to CHS Field, Minnesota Children’s Museum, the Science Museum of Minnesota and other attractions, it’s an ideal part of a fun-filled downtown family day!
Minnesota Grown is a program of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture to promote products grown and raised in Minnesota. The program connects consumers with local farmers, farmers’ markets and other agricultural producers.
from top to bottom: Maple Grove Farmers Market in Maple Grove | Red Wing Farmers Market in Red Wing | Four Sisters Farmers Market in Minneapolis | Duluth Farmers Market in Duluth | Grand Rapids Farmers Market in Grand Rapids | Fergus Falls Farmers Market in Fergus Falls | St. Paul Farmers’ Market in St. Paul
