Columbia City Farmers Market brings around 40 Washington farmers and food vendors to Seattle’s Rainier Valley. Browse seasonal fruit and vegetables, flowers, baked goods, dairy, meat, fish, cheese and other ingredients, or come ready to eat: stalls serve options including ramen and tacos. Local musicians play while children can join activities, giving the market a neighborhood feel. It’s a useful stop for dinner ingredients as well as a casual meal, with a food-stamp matching program for eligible shoppers.
Seasonal market days
The market follows a seasonal schedule. It runs on Wednesdays from 3 to 7 p.m. between May and October, then moves to the second Saturday of each month from November through April, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is held at South Edmunds Street and 37th Avenue South.
Food and activities
Around 40 farmers and food vendors take part. Alongside produce, stalls can carry dairy products, meat, fish, cheese, wine and sweets. Prepared food ranges from ramen and tacos to pastries, and the market has also hosted seasonal tastings and demonstrations. Fall brings pumpkin stands; other seasonal events include Applelooza and zucchini races. Local musicians perform, and children’s activities are part of the market program.
FAQ
When is Columbia City Farmers Market open?
It runs Wednesdays from 3 to 7 p.m. May through October. From November through April, it is held on the second Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
What can you buy at the market?
Stalls sell produce and may also carry dairy, meat, fish, cheese, wine, baked goods and sweets. Prepared food options include ramen and tacos.
Does the market have activities?
Local musicians perform, and children’s activities are part of the program. Seasonal events have included tastings, demonstrations, Applelooza and zucchini races.
