Great little market in the center of town. Easy parking nearby - even some near EV Car chargers…read more The offerings were great from baked goods, to fresh fruits and veggies and meat and eggs and a few Italian and Mediterranean food options. Every vendor we walked by, said hello and seemed warm and friendly. The area was set up near the main walkway, which was nice - very tidy and organized. There were a lot of different patrons, young and old and everyone seemed so happy and engaged with the vendors. I can't believe it's taken me YEARS to finally visit. I will definitely return, if I can get out of work in time. That's the only downside, they are only set up until 6pm on Thursdays.

What a cute farmers market. I'm so happy that I came today. A lot of fresh produce, and some home…read moremade items. It is small but I'm so happy I was able to experience it. They do have parking in the back. I didn't see the sign for that from the street, but I was able to find street parking just past the market place. As I was leaving I saw the clam mascot, and I had to get a picture! I can't wait for the Yarmouth Clam Festival, it's literally the reason why I came to Maine from Austin, Texas.

It was and is wonderful. To support local farmers and great fresh food. So glad they are near.read more

I absolutely love this farmers' market! Tucked away down…read morePleasant Hill road which side note if you are a road biker you do not regard it as pleasant. Anyways, numerous vendors gather in the field owned my Crystal Farms to sell their veggies, fruits, meats, frozen meals, breads, mushrooms, seasonings, yogurts, pastries, flowers, and items handmade by a seamstress. While you meander among the tents you can listen to fiddlers or singers while sipping coffee from a local coffee truck. Just make sure to grab a scone or cookie to nibble on with it to complete the experience. There is also a flower garden across the street that you can walk over to admire.

The Pine Ridge Acres Farm Stand is open 24/7 serving up offerings such as Pineland Farms…read moreall-natural, grass-fed beef, their own poultry, farm-fresh eggs, milk, butter and cheeses. Also a wide selection of great local products like maple syrup, jams, pickles, condiments and so much more. Quintessential Maine featuring pay by the honor system!!! Highly recommend.

Love this farm! Open all the time and best ground beef you will ever eat!!…read moreThey have taken their farm store to the next level and its absolutely stellar!!

My lovely wife has been trying to cure our winter blues, and part of this cure is enjoying local…read moreevents. She came upon the fact that the Portland Farmers' Market moves indoors for the winter season and we made plans to visit this past Saturday. While the winter market is smaller than the summer market, it still managed to fill the gymnasium at the girl's academy. We came late in the day, and many vendors apologized for how picked over they were, but we still managed to fulfill a good portion of our shopping needs. I'd say the score of the day was the dilly beans I came across as we were about to leave. I'm sure I scared the poor fella as I quickly grabbed the jar and excitedly handed him the money. I'll probably have to make the 40 mile trip next Saturday in hopes of replenishing my pickled green bean dreams.

Went to the farmers market on Wednesday. Parking was a breeze as it was later in the morning…read more Tons of fresh produce, honey and breads. Ended up buying some bagels. Looking forward to trying them. Beautiful quiet park well maintained. Come check it out Wednesday and Saturdays.

Solid. Yummy vegetables, fruits, herbs, etc. I've seen flower stands too but haven't visited them…read more Great community vibe and friendly people all around. Lots to choose from without feeling crowded and most tables accept card as well as cash so it's quite convenient. I've also heard you can use food stamps here which is pretty cool.

Every Tuesday and Friday on the green in Brunswick, and Saturday at Crystal Spring Farm. This week…read moreI visited on a chilly early May Friday. Found some delicious treats and said hello to all the farmers that I haven't seen since last fall. I love this place. The farmers and vendors are always so kind and helpful and there to answer any questions you might have. Having the market in this spot, is nice because it's a beautiful park so lush and green! Plus you can grab lunch at a variety of local food trucks.

If you're visiting Maine, you must stop at Freeport Market for a souvenir or gift to take to those…read moreback home. Located in the main outlet shopping area, this store sells locally-produced merchandise and crafts from 20-25 vendors. You'll find everything from t-shirts to books to syrup to soap, as well as my personal favorite, Christmas ornaments. Every vacation , I buy a Christmas ornament, and with so many booths in this market, I found several to choose from and left with a cute lobster ornament. The crafts here are unique and much better than what you'll find in the airport or some of the stores in nearby Portland. I'm glad we found it on our first day and I got my shopping knocked out early in our trip!

If you have visited the Auburn Mall, there is a store that allows local artists, crafters and…read moreentrepreneurs the opportunity to rent a small space within the store to sell their items. It's sort of like Etsy, but in a brick and mortar form. The Freeport Market is exactly the same concept where locals can rent space and display their items for sale. I forgot to mention all the items are "Maine Made" which I believe has to be requirement. I didn't speak with any staff so I can't speak to the customer service. You don't see them walking around much, but standing near the counter. The value for the items will vary as the renter sets the price for their items. Some look for a premium price on their items, other's look for a reasonable price understanding what the market says for those types of items. If you are looking for Maine made items and willing to pay a premium price on them, this store is for you, but you can typically get the items cheaper through their website or at a local craft fair.

Hyper local community focused grocer. We grabbed a few fridge essentials for the week here:…read more- gf English muffins from Bath, ME - goat and sheep's milk skyr - local apples - tatsoi - 2 lemons Prices are definitely on the high side, $50 for the items above - the produce is about 20-30% more than the Bay Area. When checking out they will ask if you want to round up your total bill to donate to charity - I love that concept!

Very nice people at the counter. Store had a good variety of products & some made fresh goods…read more Grabbed a blueberry soda to try & a bottle of water since it was hot out. Good location for sure. Love a good co-op.

#LocalAdventureChallenge: I like the Portland Farmers' Markets a lot, but... there's…read moresooooooooooooooo much going on there. I always feel like I need to make a few laps around the whole thing just to figure out who has what and at what price. I actually feel like the older I get the less choices I need, and that's why I like the Cumberland Farmers' Market. It's small. (Actually, Joanna R said it best, "It's a Goldilocks market. Not too big, not too small, but just right.") On Saturdays, it's hosted in the back half of the town hall's parking lot on Tuttle Rd, and there are maybe a dozen or so vendors selling the essentials. It can get busy VERY quickly (i.e. they're open from 10a to 1p; expect it to be crowded by 10:05am). But customers turnover fairly quickly so parking shouldn't be as big of an issue as it may initially seem (because people come here to actually shop and not just come here to be seen shopping; does that make sense?). I don't usually go to farmers' markets with a specific shopping list; I know everything is local and seasonal and can change in a moment's notice because of weather affecting crops. I just let myself be surprised at what goodies are available then in the moment!

This is a "Goldilocks" farmer's market, not too big, not too small, but just right for me…read more I have been a couple of times and have found what I was looking for; vegetables, baked goods, soaps, eggs, meats...and ALL LOCAL! :) The vendors I spoke with are friendly and are willing to tell you about their farms and products. They do so in a proud and humble manner. Very down to earth people here that work very hard to bring you the amazing selection. Some of my favorites are SPUN, Tir na nOg Farm, Cranberry Rock and Winslow Farm. I find the prices to be competitive and where it might be a little more expensive than a bigger shopping venue, I remember that this is going directly back to the local economy. The few times I have gone, there has been music, the kids seems to enjoy it as with some adults. It add to the nice background, it's not too loud or distracting. I LOVE the location. Conveniently located with plenty of parking. And because the market isn't too big, people aren't there for very long, so the parking spaces free up fast. If you are in the area, I would highly recommend visiting this location at least once.

This is a tiny farm stand by the side of the road. It only has a few items, but they are super…read morefresh and delicious. The red leaf lettuce we bought had been cleaned, wrapped in damp paper towel and placed in a plastic bag. It was ready to serve and was superb. The cucumbers were sublime. This place is just past the scenic Cribstone bridge, on the left as you head to Land's End on Bailey Island. The best produce available within 15 miles.

It's been a decade plus since my original review, so I thought I'd update it!…read more Since then the PFM on Wednesdays is now *also* located in the picturesque (and much easier to park in) Deering Oaks from mid April to late November, 7am to 1pm (while the winter market takes place only on Saturdays inside on Stevens Ave from early December to early April, 9am to 1pm). From the Portland Farmers Market: " Featuring over 30+ Maine farmers. From artichokes to zucchini, if you can grow it here, you'll probably find it IN season and fresh! Also eggs, meat, cheese, milk, ferments, flowers, fibers, honey, and more! Farm products exclusively." Yes, it is all things local in beautiful abundance! I like that many of the vendors are the same from Saturday to Wednesday; but there's just something slightly more lowkey about the Wednesday market. It's a smaller crowd, a more relaxed vibe, the vendors are unhurried and have more space to chat, and it seems like more locals are intentionally out to shop/support their local farmer. I usually know exactly what I want when I come here, but it's nice to be able to slow down and take time to really look around without being bumped into/having to worry about something selling out.

Just look at that gorgeous haul from today's farmers' market here in Portland! Cute tiny tomatoes…read moreand big juicy ones of different colors and varieties; eggplants; cabbage; garlic and shallots, and something called torpedo onions; tons of peppers, both to eat raw in salads and cook with (check out those purple ones!); super-fresh summer corn; herbs and flowers; dill pickles. I also snagged some blueberries and radish microgreens. I'll be eating verrrryyyyy well for the next several days, that's for sure. While you'll find a larger selection at the bigger Saturday market, when it's peak produce season like it is now the tables will be overflowing with goodness on Wednesdays, too. And it's just a bit mellower, and always easy to find a place to park. All of the vendors are happy to talk with you about what they're selling and I enjoy that as much as everything I bring home! Practicalities: bring cash, because even though several vendors do take cards, not all of them do and there's usually a $10 minimum. Plus, cash enables you to spend a few bucks at several different tables if you want to (I mean, why not try a tomato or two from each?). And bring your tote bags to load up, to save on having to use any plastic or paper (which most vendors do have in some form). Most of all, just enjoy strolling through the park and seeing all the bounty on offer, and know you're supporting Maine farmers by buying local.