August 2024 | Westside Farmers Markets
Bowtied Guide
Mar Vista Farmers Market
Mar Vista Certified Farmers’ Market is a bustling, transient town square that is open every Sunday from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., rain or shine. It features numerous farmers making the trek from all over California to bring fresh- picked and dried fruit, nuts, berries, greens, mushrooms, veggies, grass-fed meats and cheeses, sustainably raised chicken, pork, lamb, and other offerings direct from the farm. Also offered are fresh-squeezed juices and sustainably caught, wild local seafood from the waters off California.
Brentwood Farmers Market
Located at 655 First Street in Brentwood, this market is open year-round on Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. In fall and winter, the market is open from 9 a.m –1 p.m. It offers a variety of items, including berries, corn, tomatoes, peppers, peaches, summer squash, leafy greens, artisan cheeses, baked goods, and local honey. It also has seasonal highlights, like apricots.
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Overflowing with colorful produce from California’s rich agricultural land, Santa Monica’s farmers markets are a literal feast for the senses. On Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., chefs from all over Los Angeles County converge on Arizona Avenue for the first pick of the goods. And with 75 many farmers spread out over four blocks, the selection is huge.
Venice Farmers Market
Established in 1987, the Venice Farmers Market is one of the oldest farmers' markets in Los Angeles. It's an open air place to buy farm fresh, vine ripened veggies and fruits on Fridays from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. They also have several flower vendors, a fresh fish truck, bread vendors and all of the other great offerings one would expect from a market that has been doing business for over 35 years.
Beverly Hills Farmers Market
Open every Sunday from 9 A.M. - 1 P.M., rain or shine, the Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market offers the finest California-grown seasonal produce, juices, baked goods, specialty items and more in a festive open-air setting.This certified farmers’ market showcases local farmers and vendors and features a petting zoo and live music. A list of current participating Farmer's and vendors can be found here. It also hosts special events like the annual Pie Bake in June, PickleFest in August and Cookin’ Kids, an educational workshop held on the 2nd Sunday of each month. The market is located along the 9300 block of Civic Center Drive, between Third Street and Santa Monica Boulevard. Free 2-hour parking is available in the Civic Center parking structure.
