Summary of Farmers’ Markets in San Diego County
Farmers’ markets can be found almost every day of the week in San Diego County throughout the year, thanks to the pleasant weather. When visiting a certified farmers’ market, it’s worth noting that the State of California ensures that the produce sold is being provided directly by the grower, is grown in California, and adheres to all California quality standards.
Every day except Monday, you can explore an outdoor farmers’ market operating in various neighborhoods or cities. Although many of the growers frequent multiple markets, each market maintains its unique characteristics reflective of its neighborhood. While some familiar faces and stalls may appear across different markets, the ambiance and community feel differ immensely from one location to another.
Consider grabbing a vibrant bouquet of fresh flowers at the Horton Square market downtown, or perhaps enjoy the stunning bayside scenery while purchasing fresh green beans in Coronado. You could also stroll along the boardwalk after picking up juicy tomatoes in Pacific Beach. A delightful basket of strawberries pairs beautifully with antique shopping in La Mesa village. The vibrant hustle and bustle of Hillcrest is mesmerizing, especially when contrasted with exotic fruits like persimmons and cherimoyas. You can say you visited La Jolla and returned home with bundles of delightful purchases!
Monday Farmers Markets
Escondido – Welk Resorts San Diego: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive; 760-749-3000
Tuesday Farmers Markets
Chula Vista – Otay Ranch Town Center: 4-8 p.m. Along Main Street near Barnes & Noble; 619-656-9100
Coronado: 2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m., corner of First and B streets (Old Ferry Landing); 760-741-3763.
Escondido: 2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. (4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Summer) Grand Avenue between Broadway and Kalmia Street; 760-745-8877
UCSD/La Jolla: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (September thru June), UCSD Certified Farmers Market at the Price Center near the bookstore; 858-534-4248.
Wednesday Farmers Markets
National City Farmers’ Market: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. At A Ave. between 7th St and 8th Street; 619-795-3363
San Marcos – Cal State San Marcos: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd., Parking Lot B; 760-751-4193
Carlsbad: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. State Street between Grand Avenue and Carlsbad Village Drive; 760-434-2553
Ocean Beach: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. (4 p.m. – 8 p.m. in Summer) 4900 block of Newport Avenue; 619-279-0032
Temecula: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Promenade Mall across from Edwards Temecula Stadium 15 Theatres; 760-728-7343.
Thursday Farmers Markets
Oceanside: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Pier View Way at Coast Highway; 619-440-5027
Oceanside: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tremont and Pier View Way; 760-754-4512
Chula Vista: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. (closes an hour earlier in winter) Third Avenue at Center Street; 619-422-1982
North Park: 3 p.m. – Sunset. CVS Pharmacy parking lot at University and 32nd Street; 619-237-1632
Horton Square/Downtown: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. from March to mid-October. 225 Broadway; 760-741-3763
Tierrasanta: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. De Portola Middle School at 11010 Clairemont Mesa Blvd and Santo Road; 858-272-7054
Friday Farmers Markets
La Mesa Village: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Allison Street, east of Spring Street (at La Mesa Village); 619-440-5027
Rancho Bernardo: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Bernardo Winery parking lot at 13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte; 760-723-2469
Borrego Springs: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. (November to May) Christmas Circle Community Park at Christmas Circle and Palm Canyon Drive; 760-767-5555.
Mission Valley: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Westfield Mission Valley Mall, East Parking Lot near Macy’s; 619-795-3363.
Saturday Farmers Markets
Little Italy Mercato: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Date Street, India to Columbia, North Side; 619-233-3769
Pacific Beach: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Mission Boulevard between Reed Avenue and Pacific Beach Boulevard; 760-741-3763
Vista: 8 a.m – 12 p.m. Corner of Eucalyptus and Escondido Avenues; 760-945-7425
Poway: 8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Corner of Midland Road and Temple Street; 619-440-5027
Del Mar: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Corner of El Camino Del Mar and 10th Street; 760-727-1471
Scripps Ranch: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ellen Browning Elementary School at 10380 Spring Canyon Road; 858-586-7933
Temecula: 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Old Town Temecula at 6th and Front Street; 760-728-7343
Carlsbad: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Roosevelt Street between Grand Avenue and Carlsbad Village Drive; 760-434-2553
Sunday Farmers Markets
Hillcrest: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Corner of Normal and Cleveland streets; 619-237-1632
Solana Beach: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. 410 to 444 South Cedros Ave at Rosa Street; 858-755-0444
La Jolla: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Girard Avenue at Genter Street; 858-405-6086
Downtown Third Avenue Market and Asian Bazaar: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 400 Block of Third Avenue; 619-279-0032
Leucadia/Encinitas: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Paul Ecke Elementary at Union Street and Vulcan Street; 858-272-7054
Julian: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Between The Bead Shop and the Wynola Farms Marketplace at 4470 Highway 78; 760-885-8364
