Spring may be months away, but if you think going to a farmers market in NJ is only a warm-weather thing, we’re here to tell you it’s not—winter farmers markets are a great way to stock up on fresh foods during weekly shopping hauls or stroll around with the family on weekends. While you might not find the veggies and fruit you see in the summer, these markets focus on foods like meats, homemade soups, winter greens, locally made goodies like honey and chocolates, and artisan wares like alpaca socks. Read on for the best cold-weather farmers’ markets around the Garden State, and for more ideas on what to do this winter, check out our guide to everything you should put on your bucket list this season. (featured photo credit: West Windsor Community Farmers Market)
17 NJ Winter Farmers Markets To Check Out This Season
Asbury Winter FRESH
Select dates in January, February, and March
Shop at this cozy indoor market, where you’ll find food from local vendors offering specialty foods and beverages.
Jersey Shore Arts Center, 66 South Main Street, Ocean Grove, NJ 07756
Bell Works Fresh Farmers & Makers Market
Wednesdays starting February 18
This indoor market in the atrium offers a variety of treats. They have everything from makers to food purveyors to local farms.
Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733
Bernardsville Farmers Market
Saturdays, January 17 to Saturday, March 28
At this annual outdoor Winter Market, vendors sell homemade bakery goods, soup, nuts, coffee, and produce. Many of these items are also sold at the popular summer one.
Route 202 and Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924
Columbus Farmers Market Complex
Indoor market open Thursday – Sunday
This vast market offers more than produce—it also includes retail shops, such as antique stores, a garden center, an Amish market, and a flea market. Head to the produce area for veggies, local fish, fruit, and eggs.
2919 Route 206, Columbus, NJ 08022
Cowtown Farmers Market
Open Tuesday – Saturday
This year-round, rain or shine, indoor and outdoor farmers market has been going on since 1926. What started as a livestock auction transformed into an indoor and outdoor facility with 400+ vendors.
780 Harding Highway (Route 40), Pilesgrove, NJ 08098
Denville Farmers’ Market
Sundays, December 7 – April 26
Join 25+ vendors with food and artisan products. There is a market in the summer too.
Bloomfield Avenue parking lot, Denville, NJ 07834
Historic Jersey City Downtown Farmers’ Market
Thursdays, January 15 – April 16
Get off the PATH Train Station or the Grove Street bus stop and wander into a winter farmers’ market full of goodies and treats. Find pie, produce, cookies, flowers, and more.
Grove Street PATH Plaza, (Newark Avenue and Grove Street) Jersey City, NJ 07302
Montclair Farmers Market
Every Saturday, December-May, from 9 AM – 1 PM
One of the first towns to host a farmers’ market in the Garden State, this market is year-round, but hours change in the winter. You’ll find treats like baked goods, microgreens, meatless meals, herbs, spices, soups, and other locally made specialty items.
Walnut Street Train Station, 86 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJ 07042
Phillipsburg Farmers Market
From January to April, the second and fourth Saturdays of the month
This indoor winter market has a variety of vendors, from baked goods to self-care products. Ample parking is available surrounding the park.
140 South Main Street, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Princeton Farmers Market
Select Thursdays, January-April
This market offers the best local produce, including seasonal organic produce, free-range beef, poultry, pork, eggs, pickles, baked goods, and more.
Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542
Ramsey Farmers Market
Sundays, December-April, from 10 AM – 1 PM
This outdoor market boasts a variety of specialty food purveyors—check out the Greek specialties, sea salt, kimchi, fermented veggies, and more on the alternating schedule. There are also many non-food vendors, including alpaca and llama wear, skincare, and knife-sharpening services.
Main Street Train Station, Ramsey, NJ 07446
Stangl Factory Market
Saturdays from 9 AM-3 PM
Housed in the original Stangl pottery factory, this unique atmosphere makes it fun to browse through purveyors with locally sourced vegetables, grass-fed meats, bread, cheeses, pastured eggs, specialty prepared foods, and desserts. The market also has many beautiful artisan goods, including handmade baskets, turned wood, soaps and bath products, and handspun yarn.
Mine Street & Stangl Road, Flemington, NJ 08822
The Greater Bridgeton Farmers Market
Thursday and Friday from 9 AM-6 PM, Saturday from 9 AM-4 PM
Shop for country meats, family furniture, home baking, deli, cheese, and so much more.
2 Cassidy Court, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Trenton Farmers Market
Thursday-Saturdays from 9 AM-6 PM and Sundays from 9 AM-3 PM
This permanent market has been the center of local shopping since 1948. You’ll find businesses highlighting local fresh produce, baked goods, fresh meat, home goods, handcrafted soaps, and body care.
960 Spruce Street, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
Wayne Farmers Market
December-April at 10 AM-2 PM
This indoor farmers’ market has everything from kombucha, matcha, and fresh coffee to homecare products, loose-leaf teas, pickles, and more.
Inside Wayne Township Community Center, 1 Pike Drive, Wayne, NJ 07470
West Windsor Community Farmers Market
Select Saturdays, January-April at 10 AM-1 PM
Meander through this open-air market to find winter produce, grocery staples, specialty foods, gifts, and much more.
Lower Vaughn Lot at Princeton Junction Train Station (Entrance at 877 Alexander Road) Princeton, NJ 08540
Winter Market by Grow It Green Morristown
Sundays, December – April, from 9:30 AM-1 PM
This Sunday morning market is a partnership with Grow It Green Morristown. Each week, you’ll find a revolving list of local vendors who offer a great assortment of cheeses, prepared foods, produce, and baked goods. If inclement weather is in the forecast, check the website for opening and closing info.
Convent Train Station, Convent Road, Morris Township, NJ 07960
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