Fort Wayne Farmers Markets

One of the best parts of the Midwest is the bountiful produce and markets available year-round. Lucky for you, Fort Wayne is home to several weekly farmers markets offering fresh fruits, veggies, and other products. Be sure to also stop by one of the many roadside stands or markets like Sechler’s Pickles where you can learn all about how pickles can spice up your meals. All the while supporting local producers and farmers! 

Also be sure to check out Double Up Indiana for farmers markets that accept EBT cards for produce purchases. 

Year-Round Markets

Barr Street Market – YLNI Farmers Market

Explore the Barr Street Market – YLNI Farmers Market for the fresh produce, browse unique shopping stands, enjoy the live entertainment, and much more!

Summer

Location: 302 E. Wayne St. Corner of Wayne and Barr Street
Times: May – October, Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm; Wednesdays 4 pm – 7 pm (June 7 through August 30)

Winter

Location: 1501 E Berry St. – Olde East End Building
Times: November – April, Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm

Cedar Creek Produce

Cedar Creek Produce is a family-run business that offers farm fresh produce year-round to our local community. From homegrown chickens and hogs, syrup, honey, pumpkins, gourds and squash, Cedar Creek Produce has a variety of goods! Pick your own blueberries, strawberries and raspberries, and find seasonal produce all year long.

Location: 11709 Clay St., Leo-Cedarville, Indiana
Times: Vary throughout the year. (260) 627-5239

Ft. Wayne’s Farmers Market

Enjoy a variety of producer only vendors at this market! From farm and garden, homemade food, natural products, and crafters there is a good mix of food and product for your shopping needs!

Summer

Location: Dynamo Alley, Electric Works
Times: Starting May 20. Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm; 2 hours of Free Parking
Starting June 14. Wednesdays 4 – 7 pm; 2 hours of Free Parking

Winter

Location: Franciscan Center, 500 E State Blvd, 46805
Times: October – April, Saturdays 9 am – 1 pm

Hilger Family Farm

Come and enjoy the country air and the old timber barn. Fall activities: hayride and animal rides on the weekend, hand dipped caramel apples, popcorn, hot or cold cider, barn swings and playground made of straw, pumpkin patch, Indian corn and painted pumpkin for fall decoration

Location: 5534 Butt Road
Times: 8 am - 6 pm Monday-Saturday, 12 - 4 pm Sunday
Phone: (260) 625-3467

Schmucker’s Produce Market

At this seasonal market, you will find some of the freshest produce and some great homemade Amish foods! In the fall, you can pick out a pumpkin and take home a mum.

Location: 12815 Doty Rd, New Haven, IN 46774
Times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 9 am - 5pm
Phone: (260) 657-5248

Sechler's Pickles

Discover pickles of every shape and size, in more flavors than you can imagine. Just north of Allen County in Saint Joe, this factory store has pickles for even the most sour critics.

Location: 5686 State Road 1, Saint Joe, IN 46785
Times: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Phone: (260) 337-5461

Spring, Summer, and Fall Markets

Allen County Marketplace

Local produce and vendors monthly

Location: 1010 Carroll Road
Times: May 13, June 10, July 8, August 12, September 9, October 14. 9 am - 2 pm.
Email: allencomarketplace@gmail.com

Hardy’s Farm Market

Fall Specials: pumpkin, corn, gourds, straw, apples, pick your own pumpkin yard and animals every day, kids activities & games on weekends (coffee and donuts on the weekends as well).

Location: 4525 Knoll Road
Times: 10 am - 6 pm, Closed Sundays. Fall Market Closes October 31
Phone: (260) 747-4644

Johnnie Mae Farm Stand

A variety of fresh produce grown on-site will be available for local residents. Selection varies. Possible crops include collard and mustard greens, oregano, thyme, radishes, tomatoes, sweet corn, zucchini, green beans, peppers, broccoli, cabbage, brussels sprouts, and watermelon.

The farm is a partnership of the City of Fort Wayne Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services, the Purdue Allen County Extension office, Vincent Village, Community Harvest Food Bank, the Renaissance Pointe YMCA, and the Renaissance Pointe Neighborhood Association.

Location: 2518 Winter Street
Times: Fridays, June through November 17, 2 – 6 pm

Rose Avenue Education Farm

Produce locally grown by Fort Wayne's refugee community. The market vendors will also be selling at the YLNI Indoor Farmers Market. 

Location: The League, 5821 S Anthony Blvd.
Times: June 1 – October 31, times vary

Salomon Farmers Market

Eat fresh goods produced within a 75-mile radius of the Salomon Farm Park at the Salomon Farmers Market. At this market, you’ll find fresh fruits and vegetables, herbs, baked goods, honey, handmade crafts, children’s activities, and more.

Location: The Old Barn at Salomon Farm Park, 817 West DuPont Rd
Times: June 1 – September 7, Wednesdays, 4 – 7 pm
Phone: (260) 427-6790

New Haven's Music, Market & Munchies

Enjoy local foods, music, and handmade arts and crafts in this seasonal open air market in New Haven. 

Location: Schnelker Park, 956 Park Ave, New Haven, 46774
Times: July 12, 19, 26, 5-8pm
Phone: (260) 749-2212

South Side Farmers Market

Enjoy some high-quality, locally grown fruits and vegetables at one of the oldest and continually operated farmers market in Fort Wayne. With around 100 stands, there will be a wide variety of in-season produce and other hand-crafted items.

Location: 3300 Warsaw Street
Times: Easter – mid-December, Saturdays, 8 am – 1 pm
Phone: (260) 310-9499

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