Summertime is farmers market time. Here’s a rundown of 11 markets happening along the Wasatch Front this season, including the Downtown Farmers Market.
Expect each to have a selection of produce and artisan-made goods, along with something more that makes each location a little unique.
1. Downtown Farmers Market
Where: Pioneer Park, 350 W. 300 South, Salt Lake City.
When: Saturdays, June 3-Oct. 21, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
What else: After the market, get lunch across the street from Caputo’s Market and Deli or Carlucci’s Bakery.
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2. 9th West Farmers Market
Where: Jordan Park, 1060 S. 900 West, along the north drive of the park, Salt Lake City.
When: Sundays, mid-June to mid-October, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
What else: After the market, wander through the International Peace Gardens, located within Jordan Park.
3. Wheeler Sunday Market
Where: Wheeler Historic Farm, 6351 S. 900 East, Murray.
When: Sundays, May 21-Oct. 15, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
What else: After the market, take a walk through Wheeler Farm and see the animals.
(Scott Sommerdorf | The Salt Lake Tribune) Toby Hardin, 7, poses for a photo inside the classic "American Gothic" painting during a farmers market at Wheeler Historic Farm on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2014.
4. Bountiful Farmers Market
Where: Bountiful Town Square, 75 E. 200 South, Bountiful.
When: Thursdays, June 15-Oct. 12, 4 p.m. until dusk.
What else: Bountiful Town Square has an interactive water feature for the kids to cool off in.
5. Daybreak Farmers Market
Where: 11247 S. Kestrel Rise Road, South Jordan.
When: Saturdays, June 10-Sept. 30, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Oct. 7 and 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
What else: After the market, get lunch at one of the many restaurants on SoDa Row.
6. Farmers Market Ogden
Where: Historic 25th Street at Union Station, Ogden.
When: Saturdays, May 27-Sept. 9, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
What else: Afterward, wander Historic 25th Street, full of bars and shops.
7. Herriman Farmers Market
Where: J. Lynn Crane Park, 5373 Main St., Herriman
When: Mondays, June 5-Oct. 9, 5-9 p.m.
What else: This park has a large playground and splash pad for the kids.
8. Park City Farmers Market
Where: Park City Mountain Resort, 1345 Lowell Ave., in the Cabriolet lot, Park City.
When: Wednesdays, June 7-Oct. 18, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
What else: After the market, ride the Alpine Slide.
(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) James Edwards, owner of James Gourmet Pies, who specializes in sweet potato pies, thanks customers at the Park City Farmers Market on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020.
9. Provo Farmers Market
Where: Pioneer Park, 500 W. Center St., Provo
When: Saturdays, June 3-Oct. 28, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
What else: Afterward, wander along historic Center Street, full of local shops.
10. Spanish Fork Farmers Market
Where: 775 W. Center Street, Spanish Fork.
When: Last Saturday in July-last Saturday in October, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
What else: The Spanish Fork Farmers Market includes vendors from all over southern Utah County.
11. West Valley Farmers Market
Where: Centennial Park, 5405 W. 3100 South, West Valley City.
When: Thursdays, June 22-Oct. 5, 5-9 p.m.
What else: Centennial Park has a playground for the kids.
Didn’t find your favorite market on the list? You can find more in Utah County at health.utahcounty.gov, or more in Salt Lake County at slc.gov/sustainability/local-food.
Correction: June 4, 10:58 a.m. • This story has been updated to reflect that the Liberty Park Farmers Market won’t be held this year.
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