Top Farmers’ Markets in Minneapolis & St. Paul

These are some top picks of farmer’s markets in the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. These farmer’s markets sell wonderful fresh produce from Minnesota and western Wisconsin, flowers, baked goods, cheese, and honey. Moreover, many more farmer’s markets operate in other cities in the Twin Cities metro area.

Hours and days of these markets are subject to change; therefore, checking the specific opening hours is advisable prior to your visit. Happy shopping!

Downtown St. Paul Farmer’s Market

This is the flagship farmer’s market in St. Paul, located in the Lowertown district of downtown St. Paul. Live bands play every weekend, children’s crafts are available, and Master Gardeners provide valuable gardening advice. Consequently, it’s a delightful morning outing! The Black Dog coffee shop, located across from the southwest corner of the market, offers a great spot to grab a coffee while you browse.

The market is situated at the corner of Fifth Street and Wall Street.

Free parking is available in several lots surrounding the market, with meter parking being free on Saturday and Sunday near the venue. The market operates on:

• Saturdays: 6 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Sundays: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Seventh Place Mall Market, St. Paul

The Seventh Place Mall Market is located in the pedestrianized part of Seventh Street, opposite the Landmark Center in downtown St. Paul. Although it is smaller than the main Lowertown market, it still offers a good selection of goods.

Located on 7th Place, this market connects St. Peter Street and Wabasha Street, situated between 7th and 6th Streets. It operates on:

• Tuesdays and Thursdays, June – October: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Please note that the Tuesday market may close earlier than the Thursday market, so checking for the latest information is recommended.

St. Thomas More Church Market, St. Paul

As another satellite market of the St. Paul Farmers Market, this market takes place on Friday afternoons in the Mac-Groveland neighborhood.

It is located at St. Thomas More Church, on the corner of Summit Avenue and Lexington Avenue, in a lot behind the church. Free street parking is ample around the market. Operating times are:

• Fridays, May – October: 1:15 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Mill City Farmers Market, Minneapolis

The Mill City Farmers Market is ideally located along the bank of the Mississippi River, right next to the Guthrie Theater and the Mill City Museum. If you’re seeking a vibrant atmosphere, this is the place!

The market is situated on Second Street and South Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis and operates on:

• Saturdays, May – October: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Minneapolis Farmers Market: Nicollet Mall

This is one of two locations of the Minneapolis Farmers Market, occupying a five-block stretch of Nicollet Mall on Thursdays and Saturdays. The Thursday market is open all day, allowing for more flexibility for those who may not want to get up early.

Located by Nicollet Mall, between 5th Street and 10th Street, the market operates on:

• Thursdays, May – October: 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Minneapolis Farmers Market: Lyndale Market

The second location run by the Minneapolis Farmers Market is held just west of Downtown. This thorough market operates daily and features an extensive selection of products.

Located at 312 East Lyndale Avenue North in Minneapolis, the market’s schedule is as follows:

• Every day, April – December: 6 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Midtown Farmer’s Market

At the Midtown Farmer’s Market in Minneapolis, you’ll find local artists and community groups with stalls alongside a broad selection of produce, plants, breads, dairy, and meat products. This market accepts VISA, MasterCard, and Food Stamps (EBT). Market goers can purchase wooden market tokens at the information tent for use like cash at the market.

The Midtown Public Market is located at 2225 E. Lake Street, on the corner of Lake Street and 22nd Avenue, operating on:

• Tuesdays and Saturdays, May – October:
  Tuesday hours: 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  Saturday hours: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

More Farmer’s Markets around Minneapolis and St. Paul

Beyond the mentioned markets, many more farmer’s markets exist throughout the Twin Cities metro area. St. Paul farmers markets operate in various suburbs, while additional markets can be found in Minneapolis’ suburbs and other areas within the Metro region. For those searching for their nearest farmer’s market, a useful resource is LocalHarvest.com.