Whenever I visit the KCC Farmers Market, I am always reminded of the day I first moved to Hawaii 15 years ago. Even back then, this place had the same vibrancy and legacy of local Hawaii. I remember how the everyday, friendly conversations between vendors and customers felt strangely comforting amid the lively noise and bustle. We, as buyers, are grateful to receive the blessings of locally grown products sold with such care and sincerity by the vendors. It is natural that health-conscious people gather here, but I truly hope that the simple, genuine communication unique to this place will continue forever. No one would doubt that the fresh local produce of Hawaii nourishes both body and soul. Even after living here for many years, I still find myself recharging my energy at KCC when I feel tired. After all, KCC Farmers Market remains my favorite place and location. KCCファーマーズマーケットに来ると、私は必ず、ハワイに住み始めた15年前のあの日のことを思い出します。 あの頃もここには、ローカルハワイの活気とレガシーがありました。 売り手と買い手の、いつも通りの和やかな会話が、賑やかな喧騒の中で、なぜか心地よく耳に入ってきたのを覚えています。 そんなローカルの売り手が心を込めて販売する地産品の恩恵を、私たち買い手はありがたく受け取っています。 健康志向の人々が集うのももっともですが、ここでしか得られない素朴なコミュニケーションは、これからもずっと続いてほしいものです。 ローカルハワイの元気な地産品が、私たちの心と身体を元気にしてくれることに、誰も疑問を持たないでしょう。 長年ハワイに住む私でさえ、疲れた時には今でもKCCでエナジーチャージをしています。 やはり私はKCCファーマーズマーケットのロケーションが一番好きです。 read more

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Although we didn't try any food because we ate before coming we wanted to experience the Farmer's Market at KCC. It was crowded which is expected. Parking is always a challenge at any farmer's market so that's okay. What I enjoyed is the food options for those that were there. I didn't notice to much produce there. There was a one-man operation making Pasta and he was busy. One of the guests had waited one hour for her order but she was fine with that which means his pasta must be amazing. read more

For those who haven't visited in a while, it's different from when I last visited in February 2025. The parking lot is now where the stands were and the stands now occupy the original parking area. The restrooms in the lower area near the church are now locked and closed. You are encouraged to use the restrooms up the stairs on campus near the student center. The businesses are a mix of old and new. My biggest missed vendor is the Big Island Abalone one, one of the most popular ones for decades. The amount of fresh seafood sellers have dropped. My favorite now for that is the Feast stand that serves lobster rolls, half or whole. On my visit, I stopped and had my brunch at the Pig & the Lady stand. My friend, a 1st time visitor, bought empanadas for us to share. My friend enjoyed his cold brew and I bought some pickles for a local friend. There's a lot of staple businesses like Kukui Sausage and a nice vibe with a musician singing near the entrance. The staff at the information table and HPD staff are helpful in guiding visitors. Hopefully some of those old vendors and new ones will come and return respectively. read more

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Really great farmer's market featuring many restaurants, fruits, bread, etc. When I went, they also had a lion dance going on! There was so much to look at and so much I wanted to buy but really had to exercise self control. I saw a bunch of people eating their food by just sitting on the ground or on the curb, but if you go up some stairs in the back, there's a small seating area with tables and benches. A little more quiet place to enjoy your food away from the crowd a bit. read more

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A foodie lover's farmers market! Only held on Saturday mornings, make sure to get here early! There is no designated parking lot, but we found some street parking down the road. Out of all the vendors here I tried the Aloha Nata stand which serves tasty portuguese egg tarts . Second stop was the Kukui sausage stand which serves up a bunch of different sausages. I tried the King Kong which was a sausage with currywurst sauce, cheese, and mayo. Not a very appetizing sounding combo but it was good. Last, was the Big Island Bees honey stand. Their honey is the best. Get a jar of their Lehua honey. It's thick, smooth, and incredible, unlike anything you've ever had before. I saw their jars in some of the grocery stores, but was so happy to see they were selling travel size mini jars! Definitely make it a point to come here on a Saturday. read more

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Something for everyone. The KCC Farmer's Mkt has been a part of the Kaimuki area for decades. Always on Saturday, usually from 7:30am to 11:00am. A farmers' market in the sense there are vendors who sell produce and plants, the great majority of the vendors sell prepared foods, snacks and meals to eat there or take away. Both sweet and savory options are available. There is a nice variety of products such as bakery goods, hot salsa and chips and even german bakery items. Always a nice selection of fruit drinks and smoothies too. The KCC farmers' market has a proximity close to Waikiki, so many of the customers are visitors staying in Waikiki. The current parking lot area (as of Dec 2025) is the area closest to Diamond Head Theater on Makapuu ave side of the on campus parking. The actual parking for customers is located off the entrance next to the white chapel off Diamond Head Road. read more

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Got recommended to stop by this market after hiking Diamond Head and it's not too different than the markets back home. It might actually be more expensive than normal since it seems very tourist focused. It's pretty packed but there's a decent amount of vendors here. I tried a lychee pineapple juice that came in a cute mason jar and was definitely refreshing after the hike. The pork nachos on the other hand that I got were pretty average. Kind of regret not getting an açaí bowl. I think it's a fine place to check out if you are already in the area, but I really wouldn't go out of my way to come here. read more

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We took the Waikiki Trolley to the Saturday morning KCC Farmer's Market, and it was definitely worth the trip. Even though there were plenty of tour buses dropping people off, the market still felt like it was mostly for locals. As a visitor, I could only wish I could take home the beautiful flowers, fresh fruits, and local produce being sold. I couldn't resist picking up a few mangosteens for the hotel room, even though I knew they couldn't come back to the mainland with me. I was also there to check out the food options -- and there were plenty. One stand was serving up sausage sandwiches that all looked great, so we split one to try. Then we spotted The Pig and the Lady booth offering Vietnamese favorites like pho, banh mi, and bún chả. I went with the bún chả, and it didn't disappoint. I've eaten at their restaurant before, and they definitely delivered here too. Overall, it's a fun local market with great food, friendly vendors, and an authentic island vibe -- a must-do Saturday stop if you're in Waikiki. read more

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I attended this market years ago and it's so different from what it was. Parking is a pain. They closed off the upper lot and funnel people to the other lot that is kind of far away. Wear lotsa sunscreen and bring a hat. There are so many less vendors and more prepared foods. Less produce. Bring cash or have Venmo. There appeared to be a good number of Açaí bowl places. Vendors are friendly and it really is unfortunate the number of vendors have decreased. Prices are okay. Expect to pay store like prices so not too bad. We bought a piece of fruit mochi, hotdog and a slushy probably spending about $25. All delicious. Note that food for popular vendors run out quickly. Think of this place kinda like a tourist trap. No seating but plenty of trees to sit under read more

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Cute but super packed and more tourist focused imo. Lobster rolls were the biggest scam of my life like they were good but the size of two shrinkflated costco hawaiian rolls for $30 please be fr. people here are really nice tho. worst was when i got soursop with maggots in it also. acai bowl at the mochi stand was good, everything was mainly expensive read more

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Lots of people -- locals and tourists -- with their fruits/vegs, cooked foods, or arts/crafts. Gotta be patient with some lines and vendors who run out. The ginger drink that I remember from years ago doesn't quite taste the same or as good. Closes early (11am) which is unusual since I am use to a later time like 1pm or 2pm read more

Lots of people! I probably would be frustrated with the crowds if I was a local but you know what, I'm just visiting and this was a great one-time visit :) - Strawberry sando 10/10 - I really enjoyed the strawberry sando - I got the very last one and it was like 10 AM. All the other sandos (mango, mixed fruit) were sold out by that point too. They also sold banana smoothies at the stand but didn't get to try it. I think this was the best strawberry sando I've ever had, and I probably would say I've had 15-20 in my life? If I were to guess. Or maybe I was just really hungry after hiking. - Strawberry mochi 10/10 - Long line, the mochi feels fresh and hand made. The chocolate ganache was a nice touch. The mochis are about $5.50 each. - Mango juice 9/10 - I like how eco friendly it is and that they serve it in a mason jar. A bit of ice inside the jar at the end. - Portuguese hot dog on bun 9/10 and Spicy 5/10 - Really yummy after all the sweet food. Elevated hot dog. About $7-$10 depending on condiments. The spicy was way too spicy for me. My mouth was numb for 10 minutes. Free samples of the Kona coffee. Couldn't find the abalone stall. Not as much local fruit as expected. Some of the stands don't take card so bring some cash. Crowded, looks like it can be hard to find parking. Expect some lines and smoke from the cooking, and maybe also prepare for rain. It's hard to get ubers out so expect to take the bus out. read more

KCC Farmers' Market - Farmers Market Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

If you are only here for one day, don't forget,Saturday at Honolulu = KCC Farmers Market vibes! Fresh tropical fruits, local eats, and good island energy all in one spot. From sizzling abalone to sweet butter lobster roll and icy lilikoi juice -- this market is a foodie's paradise. It opens at 7:30 am ,so do your hike and come down here! Support local, eat fresh, and soak up that morning sunshine at the foot of Diamond Head! read more

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KCC farmers market is only open on Saturday morning till about 11am. I wish they stayed open just a little longer like 12pm so theres a little more wiggle room to go especially if you're not much of a morning person. Between the two saturday markets - this one has the most veggies available and it's a lot more cheaper than the Kakaako one. I like to go to this one instead because of that. I think the food options are better at Kakaako, but KCC has a few good food options too. You can bring your dog with you now. It was not allowed before. Keep in mind that it is really hot so you want to be aware of their feet burning and hydration. It's also very crowded, so it's not ideal for a small dog unless you carry them or have them in a stroller. One lucky Saturday we were approached by a traveling photographer - Justin Veenema! How lucky of Simba to be spotted and photographed! I almost regretted bringing him to the market that day since it was so hot and i had to carry him everywhere. Most people who come here are tourists but there are a few locals that show up too. the good thing is that theres lots of parking (some stalls are smaller than others) and police officers to direct traffic because it gets really crazy! During peak hours there will be lots of people and it'll be hard to move around. read more

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Had a great time here! Probably the premier farmers market in the area! Lots of vendors though they are mostly prepared foods or drinks, which is how most farmer markets are these days I think. They do have a few stalls with fresh produce and fruits, even some from the big island! We mostly were drawn here to visit veggi dogs and they certainly didn't disappoint! We also were able to get empanadas, lychee, rambutan, bread and some Hawaiian tea! The event is definitely kid friendly and though it was a warm day, there's some shady areas throughout. The market itself is in the parking lot of the community college so you got lots of make shift seating on the ground/curb to enjoy your purchases. Parking was relatively easy too as there is a big lot east of the market. Seemed like plenty of parking available, a rarity in parts of Waikīkī area. Vibes definitely felt like a true farmer market which was a nice change of pace from the ones during the week which didn't really feel like true farmer markets. read more

Finally had a chance to check out KCC Farmers Market this past Saturday! TIP: bring some cash as some vendors only take cash. If you forget there is an ATM in the front. Plenty of parking, family friendly, dog friendly, atmosphere and wonderful vendors. Mostly good and drink vendors but there are also plants and a few crafts. Everything was delicious and good variety of products. read more

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I've been wanting to visit the KCC Farmers' Market for the longest time. I was looking for the sizzling abalone vendor but they weren't there. I did however stumble upon some other great vendors. Price wise though, things are a bit on the pricer side but you are paying for quality and supporting local businesses! WORTH IT. read more

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When I'm on the island on a Saturday, I like to walk from Waikiki to KCC, but this time we drove. Parking was relatively easy. It is moderately busy and there were many the usual vendors I've seen around and some new ones. We tried the corn stand, the sugar cane stand and Boba Bros this time around. However we always like to try something new each time. Casual. Please come and create your own experience. read more

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The food from the farms were excellent such as the fresh coffee brought to the market. We bought fresh Kau farms coffee and fresh Kona coffee, they tasted excellent. Bring lots of cash because it's cheaper if you pay in cash. The trolley also stops by every hour so we caught the last one before they closed at 11AM. Truly must visit when you're in Oahu. read more

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I've been coming to this farmers market for around 15 years every time we visit Waikiki. Last time was 2013, and then came again today. It seems to be mostly prepared food vendors (basically food truck market in tents vs trucks). The cooked abalone vendor has been there since the first time I visited and is still going strong. My overall experience today at this market (2025) was meh. Pros: 1) lots of hot prepared "unique" meals from a wide variety of vendors. Reminded me of the county fair /carnival foods you get, only better. Empanadas, mochi (served both hot and cold), eggrolls, way too many to remember but they all looked good. 2) locally made salami - super tasty! 3) fresh hummus (which I forgot to get on my way out as I was just trying to escape the masses at 9:30 when we left. But it looked tasty! 4) local eggs! Cons: 1) we came around 8:45 am and it was super packed! Could barely move around to see the items for sale at each stand it was insane similar to downtown Waikiki beach fireworks on Friday nights. This is not the fault of the market of course but be prepared for a very crowded venue. Surprisingly parking was very easy and plentiful, thanks in part to the traffic guards posted everywhere to keep all the pedestrian traffic in line to allow cars through. Patience is key here. 2) the ratio of cooked/prepared food vendors vs fresh fruits/veggies and local arts/crafts seemed to be about 80/20 - only 20% or fewer vendors were actually selling locally grown fruits, coffees, veggies, etc. I bought a pineapple and when I got it back to our condo it was not very sweet or special. But at least it was only $5. 3) where is the dole whip stand? Or the malasada stand? Overall I don't think I'll come back mainly because it's quite a hike/congested drive to get here from downtown Waikiki (only 3 miles from our hotel but a solid 30 minute drive on Saturday morning at 8 am). And, I hate crowds - even though we are staying downtown I was hoping to escape that today at the farmers market but alas, I think everywhere in and around waikiki is super duper packed these days unlike just pockets of packed places I experienced in the past when visiting. I will try the Monday night market this week to see if it's any better experience. read more

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I have to come here whenever I'm visiting Oahu. I usually get the same things, the elote, empanadas, takoyaki and the ginger coolers all top notch eats. The Brazilian pao de queijo cheesey chewy round ball is also a winner, get it stuffed with the guava jam. The parking is plenty actually so don't be intimidated by the crowds, the cops are there to facilitate traffic which makes everything go butter smooth. We usually go at 9:30am and my strategy is, if you see a stand with a lot of people just skip and come back to it later, simple. The vendors get busy in small bursts, so just wait and swing back around. There are bathrooms and garbage bins all around. Wear a hat and sunscreen up, it can get warm out there. Enjoy my friends!! read more

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I enjoy going to the KCC Farmers Market because it's less crowded compared the one at Kakaako. Some of my favorite vendors like The Pig & the Lady and Pacifikool are always there but they both have long lines. I go around 10AM and this is when most people are leaving. If you go later in the morning, the weather gets warmer/hotter so it's not as fun to stand in some of the lines. There are a lot of different vendors selling locally grown fruits and vegetables. I will walk around and check out a few vendors to see who has the better quality stuff and the reasonable prices before making my purchase. I recommend bringing cash since some vendors will charge you for the card processing fee. For parking, there is ample free parking in the KCC parking lot. It's better to enter the parking lot from the Diamond Head Theatre side since there's less people trying to cross and go to the farmers market. read more

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Love KCC, but gets very crowded and prefer the vendors at Kakaaoko. Some of my favorites here: - Pig and the Lady - love the pho and that I don't have to trek all the way to downtown for a bowl. - Acai bowl (at the Japanese place?) - They offer unlimited toppings but we actually didn't take advantage of this benefit (flax, chia seeds, coconut flakes, dried cranberries, nuts...), except for the fruit and a little granola. Love that they offer different bases (acai vs strawberry/banana, vs other seasonal offerings. - Akaka Jams - So good, trust me! - Strawberry mochi (most places serve with Azuki but they offer this plain or with chocolate) read more

KCC Farmers' Market - Farmers Market Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The KCC Farmers Market is a busy place to be on Saturday mornings. I'm guessing there were about 50 vendors selling food, produce and flowers. The majority of the food vendors were selling Asian Fusion plates, but there were a couple Mexican, coffee and misc. vendors as well. The produce looked great-fresh and local. I bought fresh apple bananas and okra. Prices are higher than other farmers markets in Hawaii, but less than grocery stores. The tropical flowers were lovely and fair prices. I picked up a couple herb plants. The vendors are friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, there is no place to sit. There is parking, but not a bad walk from Diamond Head area. Restroom facilities are a hike uphill. Be sure to bring you own bags. read more

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A local mentioned that this is one of the best farmers' markets in Honolulu. Located near Diamond Head, it attracts quite a crowd of tourists. The market features around 25-30 vendors, including fruit and vegetable farmers and food stands. Some food items can be pricey, like $10 for a cup of sugarcane juice or elote. Fruits and veggies seem more reasonable. Despite the crowds, parking is plentiful. It's a nice spot to explore if you're in the area. read more

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LOTS of local eats here! Come hungry to sample and enjoy! Many produce stands too despite the bounty of prepared food stations. Support local owners and enjoy some local treasures! Such a chill local community vibe. ----- I haven't desired going over to the KCC Farmer's Market for almost a decade when visiting home for many of the reasons mentioned in other posts. I decided to go this visit and I found if you plan a head and set expectations correctly, you will have a fabulous treasure hunt! 1) Know the rules: members are allowed in at 7am, everyone else is 730am. That said, its not packed right at 730am. Arrive closer to 7am and just take a stroll around the property - this is Hawaii, everything is pretty. 2) There are a few parking lots to pick from. Lot C was empty at 7am, filling by 730am, and still had some spots when I left at 815am. Its not a far walk to/from the market area. 3) This is Hawaii; its hot & sunny. Plan accordingly. 4) Come with others to help divide and conquer some of the lines for a couple of the popular stalls. That said, the tourist mobs seem to move in packs so just circle-back once the mob has moved on. 5) Come with an open heart and empty stomach! read more

My OG Farmers Market After a brisk morning hike up Diamond Head me and my besties would head right over to Kapiolani Community Collage Farmers Market as it's just right across the street...just seeing all the tents filled with various tenants is a bright and fun experience. A great ritual we'd do on the regular after a nice bit of exercise making that reward even more tastier especially when it's enjoyed along with friends. Many of that memory still holds dear to me and to see some of the same vendors like Kukui Sausage Co. is still here in the same exact spot you know I had to get my fix and though many are the same what I thought was new is the Gyoza Sausage which tastes exactly like the filling...yum! Among others that are new (in my experience since it's been years) is Veggie Dogs, Ko Farms, Pacifkool which I've been fortunate to try their amazing fresh Ginger Ale & Mocktails, Small Kine Farm where I got the Trio Plate and even some flowers for the alter. Parking here is the biggest challenge as there's never enough for the volume that passes through here but come bright and early because it's absolutely worth and I'm so happy to enjoy this first thing in the morning. Thank you! read more

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So many things to eat & buy! Parking can be tough but if you're willing to walk a bit, there's parking spaces available. We had Takoyaki & Pão de queijo, which are rare to find at a farmers market! Also bought some nice plants. We had appointments so couldn't find spend a lot of time but next time we will!! read more

I stumbled on to KCC when I was looking for the Diamond Head Theater. Parking was ok because a number of people were leaving. I guess it closes earlier than some of the others, but I was able to get in and get coffee from one of my favorite stands, Aikane. I found them at the Made in Hawaii festival and was happy they were here. I can see why some people may be annoyed, but it's a farmers' market. I do agree they close too early! Mahalo! read more

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One of favorite farmers makers on Oahu. Wish it was a local to be able to take home the cut flowers. The vendors seem to change as I was looking for my fav cookie vendor who wasn't there and only comes every other week. Arrived around 7:45 am and it was already so busy! A great place for produce, eats, and people watching! read more

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It's been at least a few years since I've been here and it was great to see so many new businesses. A great mix of fresh veggies, flowers, food, drinks, dessert, baked goods, skin care, gifts, etc... I'm assuming this is the biggest farmers' market in Hawaii. At 8:00 in the morning it was full of people but wasn't so crowded that you had to stand in long lines or brush elbows with strangers. I also found parking easily in the lot which was being directed by a traffic cop for better flow. I felt like a kid in a candy store and started buying things at the first stand I entered. Forgot to take note of the actual name so I'll call him The Tomato Guy . Basically he was mostly selling Kamuela tomatoes for $3.50 /lb. On the side he had small batch of Lomi salmon, salsa (mild and spicy) and the flakiest, crispiest chips. After sampling them I could not resist. My next stop was Bale Bakery for my cranberry walnut bread. I was surprised and delighted to spy a sign claiming to have the #1 Lobster rolls from Feast which I have been wanting to try since before Covid. At $30 for a full roll, and $11 for a mini (one third) they should! I decided to indulge myself and bought a mini for breakfast. I have to say it was one of the better ones I've had. Fresh sweet lobster meat with just the right amount of sauce, not too much mayo or fillers like cheaper versions I've had. It comes on a sweet bread roll that had the right amount of sweetness (not too much) and texture. It came with a lemon wedge to brighten the flavor. Yum ! I guess I will need to wake up earlier on Saturday mornings so I can return. read more

KCC Farmers' Market - Mini lobster roll - Farmers Market Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The farmers market was definitely smaller than I expected! Though I want to comment that i came here late in the morning and was pleasantly surprised by how easy it was to find parking! read more

This is my first trip to the well know KCC Farmers Market. It was an eye opener. I cannot recommend any particular food vendor because there are so many. They have a varied selection of foods, fresh produce highlight locally sourced and items presented also came from other parts of the islands. It is well run, highly popular (almost too popular) with tourists mixed in with local people maneuvering their way through a large crowd. I would recommend that you come early, they are opened on Saturdays only from 7:30am-11am. There is a local bus line for public transportation very close to the market. Bring a hat, apply sunscreen before coming, wear something comfortable for walking and the heat. Reusable grocery bags are helpful and patience for long lines! The crowd is generally chill with onlookers, picture takers or shoppers. Local entertainment is provided, traffic guards monitor the flow of humanity and to prevent walkers from a close encounter with a car bumper! If you don't mind crowds, willing to try different cuisines and flavors, find unique items to bring back home or just fresh organic ingredients to prepare for a home cooked meal, this would be the place to check out. Prices may be on the higher side but there are several other local farmers markets available. Buy fresh, buy local! read more

KCC Farmers' Market - Morning humanity on the prowl for good eats. - Farmers Market Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I'm always looking for new farmer's markets on Saturday mornings. Found this one on Yelp. The directions took us to the Kapi'oloni Community College. It's pretty close to Waikiki. We drove around and saw the white tents set up. We later found out the exact location was parking lot C. We got there right when it opened at 7:30am. They was plenty of parking spots. People were already lined up at the entrance. There was a coffee truck that made espressos and regular coffee. Best latte that I I had on the Island. Wasn't watery like all the other places I visited. There was a cool sugarcane cart there also. Lots of vegetables, fruits, foods, plants etc. Really enjoyed walking around and checking out all the small business. I also got a smoothie from another vendor. Prices were fair and the drinks were good. Definitely would recommend and will come back. Love the Park environment. read more

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Love love love this place! This is one of the best Farmers' Market we have been to! The bus ride from our hotel was quick and they drop you off right by the entrance. There is so much to see and try. They have so many unique eats that you don't see at normal farmers market! Our favorites would be the fried mochi and the abalone with different flavor sauces! The abalone was so fresh and flavorful! I would come back here again when I'm in Honolulu! read more

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There's a large parking lot with free parking, but be sure to arrive early in your day as spots can and will fill up fast! You'll notice a line formed of people waiting to get inside. Have your card and definitely keep cash on hand as some vendors only accept cash or vice versa. On hot sunny days, wear sunscreen, bring a hat, and dress comfortably. Bring something to carry your products in - a basket, tote bag, reusable bags, carts, or backpacks. These will be helpful to have if you end up buying more than you can carry. Upon walking into the farmer's market, there was a coffee and sugar cane juice stand which I can appreciate since I'm sure people were thirsty. I really wanted coffee, but I decided to walk around first to see what else was around and picked up an açaí smoothie instead and picked up the sugar cane juice on my way out. You will come across many different vendors. I'd say that the area itself is not big where I would probably recommend doing an entire lap around and browse the little pockets before making your final decisions. Some vendors are similar and might offer varied pricing or offer different sizes for the same product. The fruit and vegetables all looked fresh and great in color. There are a variety of areas to find baked goods, hot food, refreshing beverages, healthy snacks, homemade products, and plants for your private in-home nursery. Once you have all of your foods and drinks, there was a lot of open space where we were able to just pull aside and chow down. The wait for the made to order spots never took long to receive and the vendors are all very humble. If I were a local, I would definitely be leaving with some fresh fruits, veggies, plants, stock up on jars of pickled veggies, and get a new bottle of honey. Did I mention that the flowers all looked absolutely vibrant in color? I wish I could have brought some with me, but I wouldn't have been able to enjoy them to the fullest. Another suggestion is to go with a group or another person who also wants to possibly share food, that way you can both try a bunch of different things. Just thinking about this place makes me want to go back! read more

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I am a huge advocate for supporting local vendors, so this place is a goldmine! They have a ton of food vendors and produce stalls, so there's something for everyone. Note that the one of the smoothie vendors is disorganized and takes forever to prepare drinks - stay nearby and make sure you get your drink! I also tried butterfish that was cooked in banana leaves and WOW - SO TENDER, FLAKY, AND RICH IN FLAVOR. Be open-minded and come with a strong appetite! read more

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Easy local bus ride from hotel. $3 one way or $7 daily pass (+$2 hopper pass if buying new. You can purchase at ABC). I liked the farmer's market vibe with variety of fruit/ bread/ honey/ juice/ food/coffee stands. Go early as it gets super crowded. I'm not sure if locals shop at all b/c there were so many more tourists! This farmer's market felt quite expensive. Got iced Kona coffee for $5, variety of whole fresh fruits for $12, taro bread for $3 and 2 strawberry mochi for $11 ($5.50 each; note that the min qty of 2 is required per order for this strawberry mochi vendor; They provide box starting 4; there was no sign of min order to be seen). Bring cash. read more

Farmers' Market at Kapiolani Community College (KCC) in Kaimuki, Honolulu, Hawaii... When my friends from Los Angeles said that they wanted to go to the KCC Farmers Market, I was thinking: Oh no! The crowds, the traffic, the lack of parking - because it fills up, and the far walk back to the car (because we didn't arrive before 7:30am) were images in my mind from memories of my visit to the KCC Farmers' Market many years ago. (Some residents say that this is a tourist trap...) I couldn't disappoint the guys, so, I said that I'll pick them up at 7am. They negotiated and asked for a 7:15am pick up time... LOL! On the way to the KCC Farmers'Market, I drove past the Kaka'ako Farmers' Market to show them that if they can walk to Ala Moana Center, they just have to walk a few more blocks and go to this Farmers'Market. Haha! An educational moment! When we got to the KCC Farmers' Market, the guys were overwhelmed by the amount of people walking towards the entrance. Some people were dropped off at the front while others were coming from the bus stop. We asked the police officer if we could park closer because one of us has an ADA placard. Yes! They moved the barrier and let us into the parking lot in the back. Yay! We went up and down every aisle and saw fresh fruit and produce, pet goodies, mineral sunscreen, some live plants and cut flowers, but mostly food such as cookies, freshly pressed sugar cane juice, pastries, bottles of jam, local tea, and ready to eat meals. My friend got a shrimp pasta dish - he said it was such a great deal - and the other guy got a tasty kale smoothie (he said he needed some greens). I got a medium sized Acai Bowl with ALL toppings (chia seeds, gogi berry, etc.) and ALL fresh fruits (blueberry, strawberry, and pineapple)! It was filling and delicious! I also got an elote bowl with avocado and bacon... Yummy! We all left full and happy! Tips: come early! It gets hot later! Enjoy the live music! Bring your own packages! Note: I saw my cousin who walks here every Saturday from her house to get the spaetzle (German pasta - like mochi balls) from Little Sparrow! read more

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This is a farmers market that offers a variety of foods, vegetables, drinks. It is fun to walk around and see the different vendors. Ample parking in KCC community College. Bring a shopping bag as you most likely will buy different fruits and vegetables. Today we tried the Italian pasta, the owner is from Italy and makes everything from scratch! It's a big portion of pasta and came with 3 large slices of bread. It's enough for 2-3 people and it certainly was satisfying ! read more

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