Exploring Anaheim & Orange County Farmers Markets

Downtown Anaheim
Farmers Market & Craft Fair
THURSDAYS | 11 AM ― 3 PM

Downtown Anaheim's Farmers Market was first established in 1995 and has been running strong ever since. It's one of the larger markets offering not only fruits, vegetables, and gourmet goods, but also features crafts, entertainment, and fresh-cooked food made-to-order. As Center Street Promenade continues to evolve, a great collection of retail shops, restaurants, and boutiques have emerged. Many of these establishments open their doors and patios and become an extension of farmers market day activity. It's a vibrant area on Thursdays and closing off the street from traffic creates a walkable, laid-back environment.

Certified local growers proudly display their seasonal fruits (like peaches, nectarines, strawberries) and vegetables (like tomatoes, avocados, cauliflower, and kale). Enjoy artisanal offerings like pot pies, ham and turkey, roasted peanuts, and artisan bread. The craft section to this market offers leather goods, handmade clothing, and accessories for sale. Flowers, herbs, and a lovely selection of plants are also on hand. Park at the Anaheim Blvd. Parking Structure, free for 2 hours (visit the Information Booth for validation).

Certified Farmers Market, Anaheim
(Hosted by Kaiser Permanente)
FRIDAYS | 9 AM ― 2 PM

Pack a tote bag and harvest a healthier plate every Friday, at Kaiser Permanente facilities all over Orange County.

Encouraging healthy eating is an important message for Kaiser, and making fresh fruits and vegetables easily accessible is one way to reinforce that effort. Find fresh, nutrient-dense produce grown by certified local farmers just across from Kaiser's parking structure. Their year-round Friday schedule makes for an easy trip for anyone looking to stock up for the weekend. 

Great Park Farmers Market in Irvine
SUNDAYS | 10 AM ― 2 PM

Looking for something to do on a Sunday morning? Head over to the Great Park Farmers Market in Irvine.

Take home fresh produce grown by local farmers, and some even grown in the Great Park (and picked that very morning!). Check out their Farm + Food Lab ― an interactive, outdoor classroom for all ages where anyone can learn about the fundamentals of gardening and gain home gardening tips from pro gardeners. And enjoy breakfast or lunch from a rotating lineup of Orange County's tastiest food trucks.

Located in Lot No. 2 at the Great Park, where admission and parking are free.

OHG Farmers & Artisans
Market in Old Towne Orange
SATURDAYS | 9 AM ― 1 PM

If you're hungry and you're in East Orange County on a Saturday, you'll love Orange Home Grown's Certified Farmers Market in Old Towne Orange.

Composed of a group of residents from the city of Orange ― Orange Home Grown (OHG) is a grass-roots effort that started in 2009, dedicated to bringing locally grown, nutrient-dense, sustainable food to their community. Prioritizing certified farmers and food artisans who are committed to growing and producing food with integrity and transparency, OHG is a healthy food-based farmers market that also offers fun activities for the whole family. Enjoy live music, cooking demos, yoga classes, and food trucks, every Saturday. 

Public parking is available in the Old Towne West parking structure located at 130 N. Lemon Street.

San Juan Capistrano
Farmers Market
WEDNESDAYS | 3 PM ― 7 PM

Not only does the San Juan Capistrano Farmers Market feature up to 30 vendors each week, but it's also held in the heart of one of the most charming towns you'll ever visit. So before you go about munching on fruit and veggie samples or enjoying dinner from one of the market's food stands, check out the historic train depot, walk around downtown, or take a tour of the 200-year-old Mission San Juan Capistrano.

This town is so friendly and so quaint, you just might find yourself house-hunting before the evening is over!