Adirondack 2025 Farmers Market — Discover the bounty of the Adirondacks.

After the snow melts and mud season is behind us, Adirondackers eagerly anticipate the arrival of farmers' markets, a seasonal highlight across the park’s 6 million acres.

In 2025, over 65 lively markets—scattered from the Tri‑Lakes to the Adirondacks’ southern woodlands—invite both residents and seasonal visitors to savor the region’s bounty from late May through mid‑October.

Adirondack markets offer more than just produce—they’re full sensory experiences that encompass food, community, and creativity. Let’s dig into what’s available, when to shop, and which markets are truly unmissable.

2025 Farmers Markets in the Adirondacks — Courtesy Adirondack Harvest and Cornell Cooperative Extension.

What grows here – seasonality in the Adirondacks.

The Adirondack region of New York primarily falls within USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 4a and 4b. Zone 4a, the coldest zone, covers the central, higher-elevation areas of the Adirondacks, including parts of Franklin, St. Lawrence, Hamilton, Herkimer, and Essex counties.

Zone 4b surrounds Zone 4a, encompassing areas with slightly milder conditions. Some places, particularly those at lower elevations or near larger bodies of water, may be classified as Zone 5a.

The Adirondack Park sees its first greens arrive mid‑May with:

Asparagus and radishes: vibrant, peppery spring flavors
Leafy lettuces, spinach, arugula: perfect for early salads
Peas and scallions
And delicacies like fiddleheads and garlic scapes

As spring turns to summer, the markets flourish with:

Fresh rhubarb at Adirondack Farmers Market — We love rhubarb.

Spinach
Rhubarb (late May)
Strawberries (June–July)
Heirloom tomatoes (July–September)
Sweet corn, green beans, peppers (August–early October)
Berries—blueberries and raspberries (July–August)
Root crops—carrots, beets, potatoes (August–October)

Fall delivers heartier fare:

Winter squash, cabbage, broccoli
Apples and pears (August–October)
Pumpkins and gourds

Market experiences: what to find and expect.

Each market offers a different atmosphere, but most feature typical market staples.

Adirondack summer farmers markets 2025 — Freshly picked strawberries.

Fresh produce: Seasonal fruits, veggies, salad greens, roots
Protein & dairy: Eggs, artisan cheeses, meats (grass-fed beef, pork), maple butter. Some markets feature fresh fish
Baked goods: Rustic sourdoughs, cookies, gluten‑free breads
Preserves: Jams, pickles, chutneys
Specialty items: Mushrooms, microgreens, herbal teas
Crafts & art: Pottery, handcrafted jewelry, wood-turnings, woven goods
Beverages: Local cider, mead, craft brews, distilled spirits
Flowers & plants: Seasonal bouquets, herb and veggie starter plants

Spotlight on the popular Adirondack markets.

1. Saranac Lake Farmers’ Market

When: Saturdays, 9 am –1 pm, May 17 – Oct 11 (roostadk.com).
Why It’s Special: An extensive vendor mix of producers: produce, breads, boutique skincare, pottery, woodcraft, microgreens, spirits.
Must‑haves: AHA gourmet mushrooms, Gristmill Distillers’ farm‑to‑glass spirits, Triple Green Jade breads, Sugar House Creamery cheeses, Dirtsmith pottery
Operates year-round: When the weather turns cold, the market moves indoors at Hotel Saranac

Summer Farmers Market in Saranac Lake — Photo courtesy Saranac Lake Farmers Market

2. Schroon Lake Farmers’ Market

When: Saturdays, 9 am –1 pm, June 14 – September 6
Why it’s special: Family‑friendly pavilion market with live music, community table, vibrant vendor list.
Vendor highlights: HayBro Farm produce, North Woods Bread Co., Slyboro Cider, Maple Wagon, wood-fired pizza, Hilton Family Farmstand’s famous pickles, and War Cannon Spirits.

3. Lake Placid High Peaks Market

When: Wednesdays, 9 am –1 pm, July 2–August 27
Why It’s Special: Seasonal summer hub, expect colorful vegetables, baked goods, crafts, plus mountain-view browsing

4. Glens Falls Farmers Market

When: Saturdays, 8 am to 12 pm, June 7 to October 25
Why it’s special: Recently relocated to the brand new Market & Event Center at 57 South Street, the Glens Falls Farmers Market is one of the most extensive in the Southern Adirondacks
Vendor highlights: In addition to numerous produce vendors, the market also features Adirondack Seafood Company, Giovanni Fresco's fresh pasta, Blackberry Hill Farm’s freshly baked goods and artisanal pizzas, the Argyle Cheese Farmer, and many more.
Operates year-round: The new venue will allow the market to operate year-round.

2025 Farmers Market in Glens Falls — Photo courtesy: Glens Falls Farmers Market

5. Chestertown Farmers Market

When: Wednesdays, 10 am to 2 pm, June 11 to September 10
Why it’s special: Small town charm with a wide range of producers, live music, and the popular Friends of the Chestertown library book sale.
Vendor Highlights: Crazy Loon Distillery, Crown Point Bread, Juniper Hill Farm organic vegetables, Nettle Meadow’s award-winning cheeses, Pura Vida Fisheries, Upper Hudson Fresh Roasted Coffee and more.

Don’t overlook newer markets in Long Lake, Ticonderoga, Malone, Bolton Landing, Tupper Lake, Warrensburg, and Willsboro—a full directory is available on Adirondack Harvest’s website.

Chestertown Farmers Maret — Nettle Meadow Cheeses and honey products from Ballston Lake Apiaries at the Chestertown Farmers’ Market.

Tips for shopping at Adirondack markets.

Come early for the freshest produce and best selection.
Bring cash, though many vendors now accept Square, SNAP/FMNP and DUFB are widely honored.
Bring reusable bags and a cooler—Adirondack sugars, meats, and cheeses need protection.
Chat with vendors—ask about heirlooms, farming practices, tinctures, and creative pantry uses.
Combine with town visits—markets source beautifully to lake-adjacent shops and restaurants.

Get the most out of your visit to the market.

Visiting a farmers market can be more than just a grocery run—it can be a full-on experience if you lean into it. Here are some fun and creative ways to make your trip to the farmers market in the Adirondacks the best it can be.

Ask a vendor for their favorite way to prepare a particular type of produce or food product. You’ll find they will be eager to share their recommendations.

Give your children each $5.00. Let your kids explore the market and choose something new to share

Take the “Market Meal” Challenge. Buy only what’s available that day and make a meal solely from market ingredients. Bonus: Pick up a bouquet or beeswax candle to set the table

Triple Green Jade Farm at the Saranac Lake Farmers Market 2025 — Trible Green Jade Farm’s baked delights at the Saranac Lake Farmers Market.

Keep a Market Journal. Track what’s in season each week, jot down new things you tried, and collect recipes from vendors. Over time, you’ll have your own personal guide to Adirondack harvests.

Snack and shop. Many markets have food vendors. Plan to have your breakfast or lunch at the market before or after you do your shopping.

Seasonal highlight: Adirondack Harvest Festival.

One major highlight of the season is the annual Adirondack Harvest Festival, held at the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport, NY.
Expect a grand farmers market, cooking demos, music, local beer/wine tent, kids’ farm zone, petting zoo, crafts, wagon rides—your one‑day agricultural feast. This year’s festival will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025

2025 Adirondack Harvest Festival — The annual Adirondack Harvest Festival in Westport, NY.

Adirondack Farmers’ Markets: a local tradition.

Adirondack farmers markets are more than seasonal stops—they're living chapters of local tradition. They connect you to seasonal rhythms, community spirit, and land stewardship in one visit.

Whether you’re searching for heirloom tomatoes alongside a mountain pianist, selecting cuts from pasture-raised pigs, or tasting maple-glazed carrots—and marveling that these humble forests and farms produce such treasures—you’ll find deep connection here.

Eat well. Buy local. Live Adirondack.

For full market schedules, vendor updates, and benefit program info, visit Adirondack Harvest’s website and follow local market Facebook or Instagram pages.