We're local now, so this is a year-round destination for us. In the summer it's outside in Bath's…read moreWaterfront Park (usually from late April through mid-October) and in the winter, a smaller version is in the historic Bath Freight Shed which is also home to the Maine's First Ship Museum. The line up is an eclectic mix of Maine products and vendors. Whether you need a sweater (or her lamb), specialty vinegars (and recipes), or any other delicious housewarming or holiday present, the market offers a diverse array of products besides the organic produce and other goodies. We like providing them to our VRBO guests too. We do wish they would move Hootenanny's Bread to the south end of the market near Dharma Farms and Kelly Bros beef-- it would reduce the congestion from the long lines and make the "main street" of the market more enjoyable. The market moves indoors with fewer vendors in November-- being in the historic freight shed is a little more crowded but also cozy as the winter months progress. And our freezer is never without a Mainely Poultry pot pie or two, some haddock "burgers", or a Chase Farms apple pie. It's our kids (and their kids) favorite activity when they visit.

Not only is this waterfront market the most picturesque place imaginable in autumn, but all the…read morestellar vendors also have delicious things for sale AND personality to spare. Grab yourself some totally goattly chipotle cheese, a few loaves from the Van Gogh of Dough, and some chicken legs from Maine-ly Poultry. And even if they aren't punny, pick up some fresh eggs, crab dip, squash, sage bundles for spiritual wellness, handmade candles, peppers of all kinds, shepherd's pie, heritiage pork, and the best jam ever. That's just a little bit of the selection. And if you tell the folks selling bulbs for your garden that you don't have a garden because you lead a sad life in NYC, they will offer a sympathetic, "Awwww." But my favorite thing about this market? There was a little kid trying to buy a pumpkin, and he dropped it. The nice vendor said he could still have it, but now it's a squash. I'm going to be using that dad joke for decades to come.

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.

Great abundant market full of local artisans, food purveyors and farmers…read more Bought some artwork, organic produce and enjoyed some music. Admired all the fresh floral designs. Was hoping to get some lunch but there were only a few coffee trucks. Located in a park - a great space and walk! Very neat and orderly market experience.

Best natural, authentic farmers market ever attended. Most importantly, plenty of local and fresh…read moreveggies to chose from attentive farmers Fair pricing exists mostly throughout. Food trucks also provide refreshments/beverages, as needed. Finally, you will enjoy as I did, walking the entire beautiful park after canvassing the vendors.

Great maple Sunday experience. We came mostly for the pancakes. Be ready for mud and a little bit…read moreof walking.

Went during Maine Maple weekend in March and previously went in Fall…read more First, I sent them a message on Facebook and they quickly responded. I'm obsessed with their maple chapstick and bought 4 more! So nice and great customer service. They had a stand with Maple Iced Coffees and Maple Cinnamon Buns and I think hot coffee and hot chocolate. The coffee is brewed with maple so we got one iced with cream and one iced with cream and shot of maple syrup. The coffee was so flavored with maple already I didn't need the maple shot. It was sooooo good. Of course we bought the bag of coffee (it is Benbow's from Maine). They sell lots of Maine Maple goodies. Maple syrup (obvi) but they have a specialty bourbon barrel version as well that makes a nice gift. Their Maple whoopie pie is prob one of my Top 3 fave whoopies in Maine. We bought other goodies..maple cotton candy, maple fudge (which youcan freeze), maple taffy, maple cream and wax dipped cheeses. All the little stands took cards. During busy events they had local police stopping traffic for you to pull out and direct where to park. They also had 2 Porta potties on site.

One of my favorite things about Brunswick is the variety of farmers markets that exist year round…read more Admittedly, this might be the smallest of the offerings, but it is still worth a visit. Located in a small greenhouse on Brunswick Landing, this market features a handful of dedicated vendors, music and a cozy sense of community. If you happen to be there when Senza Scarpe farm is there then get their apple "pop tart" ..... it is awesome!!

I absolutely love coming to this warm, cozy, and local farmers' market. Not only does this inside…read moremarket boast rows of tables filled with fruits, veggies, breads, alpaca yarn, coffee, meats, cheeses, and more, but it has live music every week. Side note: once I walked in and saw an older couple doing a duet of Purple Rain with the guy playing his guitar- awesome! The vendors are fairly consistent and they each snuggle into their usual spots. I personally bee line to the Farmers' Daughter table for the whole wheat cranberry English muffins. I couldn't tell you the man's name, but he is an absolute gentle soul, always with a grin on his face. Actually, all the vendors seem to be happy to be there and that says a lot. I have heard from some vendors that they sometimes do trades with each other with their goods. How cool. "I will give you three mushrooms for a homemade whole wheat chocolate chip cookie!" Update: starting last year they started a lunch counter. The chef buys all her ingredients from the vendors and creates tasty sandwiches. Yum!

The only thing that could make this 5 stars, a few more vendors. I LOVE the location, it's off the…read morebeat and path and there is plenty of parking for everyone. The vendors offer so many wonderful local options, fruits, vegetables, flowers, honey, maple syrup, meats, eggs, soap, oils, jewelry and my favorite stand...SPUN Baking with the jams and baked goods!! They were practicing all safety protocols, masks and hand sanitizer at every vendor. and the amazing thing, they smile so wonderfully with their eyes :) I highly recommend this little market and support local vendors.

My husband and I L O V E farmers markets, so when we're traveling, we always try and find one. This…read morewas our second one of the day so granted we had already bought some goodies. They have a fairly nice vegetable selection; however, it is not the best. We were able to buy a stalk of brussel sprouts which I thought was really cool. And there was a neat bakery stand that we didn't really investigate too much. However, it was pretty small and fairly close together (by COVID standards). Definitely still worth it to stop by if you're in town on a Wednesday!

only came for food which was amazing but i'd 100% come back for apple picking and getting pumpkins…read moreworst part is it takes a lil while for food but it's worth it

Cute place! Great Pies and Donuts! Beautiful Apples and Pretty Pumpkins! Jamaican Coffee is great!read more

One of the things I love the most about Maine is the pop-up booths you see on people's front lawns…read moreselling blueberries or flowers or baked goods or jams or extra produce grown in their garden all on the honor system. I like that we haven't lost that characteristic of goodness and trust and neighborly love that we've always been known for. Enter Pine Ridge Acres. I don't eat meat, but they've got a Farm Stand that sells their fresh (enormous) eggs ($5 for a dozen!!! if you're gonna buy eggs, please buy them from a local farm -- they're better quality, the animals are usually treated better, and your money is going directly back into our agricultural economy), locally grown flowers (bouquets and singles), Maine made chips and popcorn and jams and pickles and it's all the things I love about our roadside stalls but in an actual room inside a building on a farm. Oh, and it's still on the honor system -- an introvert's dream come true. AND they take card! You just scan a QR code or type in a website address then enter your card info; it's super easy (and if you flub it up, like I did, a very nice person will immediately email you to help: "please try again at pay.pineridgemaine.com or next time by the farm store just drop a check in our cash box and note the date of the sale in the memo line for me"). The first time I came, the cows were wandering in the pasture nearby. And the views overlooking the Falmouth/Cumberland "countryside"? Just lovely. Basically: just support Maine's farms please. Thanks!

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.