I love this greenmarket. So many fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms and gardens. Other vendors with homemade crafts have much skill and kindness. I love the atmosphere of this market and would recommend to anyone in Schenectady. read more

Schenectady Greenmarket - Crepe from Food Truck - Farmers Market Near Me - Schenectady, New York

Amazing vibe and selection. You can get fresh vegetables, hummus, ice cream, beer and fresh made food. Plus live music.

Really great farmer's market. I love that fact that I can go to Troy's market on Saturday if I want to and Schenectady's on Sunday. I got a taco and an empanada both of which were delicious for brunch. I was searching for a particular bread vendor but it must have been an odd week for them. I still got bread from another vendor as well as multicolored eggs and baby lettuce mix. Another fun thing is walking to near by Jay St and perusing the stores. I ordered a delicious Earl Grey Latte from the Whistling Kettle. A great Sunday morning. read more

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Definitely punches above its weight. Wide array of stands. Excellent prices. A great selection of items, from Balkan food to Indian food to honey. I'd love to go back. read more

Schenectady Greenmarket - Farmers Market Near Me - Schenectady, New York

I love taking friends and family here, It is an inviting area, many vendors that are unique, and you get fresh vegetables.

A wonderful outdoor resource of farm vegetables and of interesting things from local stores including one place offering FREE, yes FREE walking sticks and sharing relationships with God. read more

Fabulous! I happened to be a bit early for a Proctors show and meandered around the indoor market for a while. So many wonderful vendors selling produce, soaps, clothing, baked goods, spirits and more. There was live music at one end...making the scene lively and loud. I'd like to get back sometime when the weather is better to see what it's like outdoors. read more

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Great verity. Vendors are all very nice and accommodating. Food is delicious. Music is upbeat and fun.

Lovely farmers market! We're new to the area and this is a great way to meet the community. I got some legit empanadas, ground beef patties, chicken pot pie, and veggies. Can't wait to come back! read more

I love winter farmers markets. They are a much needed resource in a place where it's winter most of the year. This one resides in Proctor's Theater in downtown Schenectady. And it's on Sundays. There is free parking in at least one if not two of the lots adjacent to the theater. The market is divided into two floors. On street level are most of the locally made products: Pesto, peanut butter, cheese, yogurt, wine, blends of tea, pickles, bread, pastry, garlic dip, cupcakes, granola, etc. Go down the stairs and you'll find the produce and meat along with an activity for kids and prepared foods from Thunder Mountain Curry, Ambition Cafe and others. There is live music on both floors. And since it's inside, there aren't any bees to spoil the fun. I hate bees. read more

Schenectady Greenmarket - Farmers Market Near Me - Schenectady, New York

My favorite place to be on a Sunday!! Great people, vendors, and just a fun vibe! The music is upbeat and fun

Update: He's only there every other week, but you must get a cup of coffee from Assembly Coffee Roasters. On our way home today all I kept thinking was I wanted another cup. My significant other said he could have gone for another cup of coffee. Dammit, he could have said that a little sooner!! Bring home a bag of coffee beans!! Then you can have as many cups as you want!!! read more

Updating this to encompass "both seasons" now that we've been doing the outdoor version of the market for a bit. See earlier review for comments on the winter market. It's not quite as much fun in the summer, oddly enough, and not quite as useful. Yes, you get a TON of fresh produce from a variety of sources, but it's not hard to find good produce in summer. You get the live music and such, but in a corner tent and away from everything else, it's not quite as nifty as in the cramped quarters of Proctor's with the multiple groups on different levels. I also expected more vendors in the outdoor version, but it's not really that different from the winter market, just more spread out. The plusses are definitely that you are NOT cramped when walking about, and it neatly adjoins the Jay Walk so you can amble through the businesses and the outdoor flea market there. It's still a very good market (not quite great - it would need greater variety and volume to get to great) but an expensive way to shop for food. There are a few favorite items we've gotten at the Greenmarket -- breads, a few specialty gourmet items, certain varieties of vegetables -- but have also been disappointed when the vendors didn't carry them in a given week, ran out, or just didn't show altogether. That makes it hard to plan a week of meals around the market. As such, we continue to view the Greenmarket as more of an outing destination and not a place we aim at for shopping for basic needs. read more

Not Dog Friendly. First one I've encountered this way. I get while its indoor but outside seems perfect for pups. I also don't get the chips... Seems easier for vendors to get swipe devices like Square or Paypal. Now to the vendors they are great! Brewery vendor, cheese, veggies, and others are a-plus! So the issue and the two stars comes from the first two comments. Heck, I'd give more in a heart beat should they go pup friendly! The market is smaller than Troy but nice. Much nicer while outside. During the winter it retreats into the Proctors area and it gets a tad bit cramped for me. Here I get why no dogs. Outside the market features live music (mayhaps inside too). Lots of room to move about in the street while the vendors are by the sidewalks. I'd go much more but having gotten a beautiful lil pup I venture more to pup friendly destinations. Wolfs Beer Garden is pup friendly but the Farmers Market is not... Sadly perhaps some horrible dog related incident occurred to do this however I would blame all dogs just the owners of that dog. Thanks for the read. read more

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Loves it! The Schenectady Greenmarket is really great! They have a little bit of everything! Coffee from Ambition Cafe. Inidan food that always smells ammmmazing but I've yet to try any. Produce, eggs, cheeses, wines, breads I even saw a balloon animal clown there last weekend. It's your typical farmers market but for some reason, just a notch better :) Going here always makes me happy. I think it's only open on Sundays from like 10:00-2:00 though. I'd love it if it was open on Saturdays as well. But I could be mistaken. I've gotta rave about the Peaches from one of the vendors but I can't recall the name. RATS!!!!!!! So for now, I'll just say they are the sweetest, juiciest peaches I've ever had and I'll get them each and every time I go to Schenectady Greenmarket. And next time I'll note the name of the vendor (BAD KARLY!). The prices are good. We got huuuuuuuge cucumbers for $0.50 each. You can't beat that with a stick! Eggplant for $1 each (made amazing Eggplant tomatoe cheese bake with them tonight, Wow! So good!). Love this place and will keep going back, again and again and again. I will admit it was a little tricky to find the first time we went. We drove around by the front of Proctors looking for Jay St for like 10 minutes, then when we found it and realized we couldn't turn down it we were a bit confused. But, all was solved when we parked right outside of Jay st and walked. No biggie or hassle at all. It's actually a really quaint, cute street to walk down with book stores and cafes. I really enjoy it. read more

Schenectady Greenmarket - Our haul from the farmers market this week. - Farmers Market Near Me - Schenectady, New York

Awesome opportunity to get farm fresh veggies and buy local. Free parking behind proctors makes it so easy

Good vendors and fresh produce and meats. Nice alternative to all the Saturday farmers' markets. Theirs are on Sundays!

This farmers market is cute. It is smaller than Troy which is very nice because it doesnt feel crowded or overwhelming. Similar vendors are at both Troy and Schenectady but in Schenectady I feel like vendors can have more one on one conversations with you since it isnt as busy. I guess it comes down to preference and what you're in the mood for. Schenectady market is on Sunday mornings beginning at 10am. read more

I can be pretty loyal to certain farmers markets. In past years, I've been slavishly devoted to the Troy, Menands and Central Ave. farmers markets, for instance. This past weekend I couldn't do my market trip on Saturday. I'd heard good things about this one and....it's open Sundays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. I might be in love. This market has got to be one of the larger ones in the area. It's produce-heavy, as it should be, but with a health dose of dairy, meats and bakery goods, along with wines, hard ciders, a few crafts, an Indian street food vendor and even a Greyhound Adoption clinic. Oh and music too, if you're down for that kind of thing. I watched an adorable free-spirited old woman dance what looked like a rain dance. Loved it. Being my first time and all, I went a little hog wild. I walked away laden with heavy bags with a haul that included: rainbow chard, purple carrots, chiogga beets, Palatine smoked cheddar, French radishes, purple kale, corn, patty pan squash and some luscious deep purple cauliflower. Oh and eggs, and probably some other goodies I've forgotten. I could have bought a 100 more things if I thought they wouldn't spoil before I'd have the chance to eat them. Tomatillos? Oh yes! One of New York's only Malbecs? Sign me up. Goat fromage blanc? Green plums? Early apples? Oh my! Also, the coffee vendor is a cart run by the nearby Ambition Cafe. I'm picky about what coffee I'll drink black and their Italian espresso fit the bill. Smooth and tasty without too much bitterness or yucky acidity. And there's an Amish family selling homemade lip balm and other goodies, a tea blend stand, and a woman selling funky printed aprons, amongst other things. What's also nice about the Greenmarket is that it's in a relatively large space so it doesn't feel cramped. I imagine this probably changes when it moves to its winter digs at Proctor's. Another bonus: if you're short on cash, there's a table where you can use your debit or credit card to purchase farmer's market tokens. They also accept food stamp vouchers. I've been raving about this market all week. Maybe I shouldn't be telling everyone....hmmm...Schenectady, who knew?! read more

This is a surprisingly big Farmer's Market tucked away on Jay Street in downtown Schenectady! During my most recent visit, I counted almost 40 vendors! The vendors are all exceptionally nice - most have samples out for you to try their products, which was helpful. I tried a few different styles of hummus before settling on an outstanding roasted garlic one. A few tips: One of the stands has farm fresh eggs. They're leaps and bounds better than whatever Price Chopper has. Do yourself a favor and get a dozen. Also, the stand that sells honey is a game changer. It. Is. So. Fresh. I'm thrilled to learn a good chunk of the stands are open year-round (when it gets cold they relocate to Proctor's Theater), which is wonderful news for local farms and businesses. Your lazy Sunday morning awaits! read more

So glad we finally made it here - I am enamored. We came on a mission to buy vegetable plants and were not disappointed with the variety present. 5+ vendors were selling them, so we looped around investigating first then ended up going back to the first stall we had visited to make our purchases. We ended up getting 3 cuke, 3 zuke, 1 "tequila sunrise" pepper, 2 tomato (red variety and a yellow "kellogg's breakfast variety), and 2 tomatillo plants for less than 20 bucks. The lady running the stall was very friendly and knowledgeable about the varieties she carried. Unfortunately, we had already been grocery shopping (insert sad pout) and didn't really need any more produce...everything looked fantastic! I was really excited to see rhubarb. If we weren't on a mission to start a garden, no doubt we would've walked away with all kinds of produce, lotions, honey, peanut butter, wine...I can already see what is going to happen the next time we stop by. The live music was a nice touch, and my husband was really excited to see someone playing the dulcimer at one end of the market. It is worth mentioning that the entire market smells delicious thanks to the food vendors there, and I've already made a mental note to get some tamales the next time I visit. read more

We established a new routine this past winter that includes going to the Schenectady Greenmarket in Proctor's every Sunday morning. We go for milk, eggs, veggies, and the like, and can end up leaving with hand cream, honey, granola, candles, jam, bread, cheese curds, you name it. I have heard from friends who are farmers' market frequenters that the Schdy market is one of the largest and best in the area! This is my first farmer's market experience, and I feel very lucky to live just five minutes away from one of the best in the area. Schenectady may not have much, but what it does have, can be great, and it's continuing to grow. The people are nice, the atmosphere is positive, not snobby or too "crunchy"--all in all we leave there feeling great and ready to enjoy the rest of our Sunday. read more

This is a cute farmer's market. It's pretty small compared to others I've been to but the food all looked delicious. Definitely a nice stop on a Sunday morning for anyone in the area. read more

You have to check this place out, it's incredible! There's a huge variety of foods. Mostly produce, but cheese, milk, jam, meat, eggs, bread, wine, and even peanut butter are available too. Other vendors sell soap, jewelry, candles and pottery. There are even masseuses on hand! If you're hungry, get some Indian or Vietnamese food, or hit up the Red Barn booth for a pork chop on a stick! There was a band playing jazz today, apparently there is music every week. Awesome! We got beets, carrots, onion, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, a loaf of bread, 6 apples, a jar of peanut butter, bison jerky, 1 macaroon (as big as my fist!), a piece of carrot cake, and a coffee for... $30? I'm pretty sure I forgot something too. The other cool thing is that they take debit/credit. I didn't try it, so I'm not sure exactly how it works, but apparently you swipe your card and get tokens which are redeemable at the booths. I hate carrying cash, so this is a big plus for me! Take a stroll on the Jay St. Walkway and check out the little shops while you're there. Lots of great stuff! Parking is easy, either park on the street, or one of the various lots. read more

Always a fun time at the Schenectady Greenmarket - and a nice selection of food/gifts/novelty items, etc as well! Try to make it as many Sundays as possible, and always satisfied with the atmosphere and overall vibe. Can't wait to check it out in the summer time! Ulster Soaps is a great vendor, and the Euro Delicacies hot food selection is awesome. read more

I come here just about EVERY Sunday. Love the Greenmarket in the spring summer as of course there's a bigger variety of produce. Towards the end of the winter months the variety of produce and vendors get very small but I still love our local Greenmarket. Everyone is always very friendly! read more

I haven't actually visited many farmers market/green markets around the capital region but from what I am use to down in North Carolina I think this one is justs okay. The Schenectady Green market is nice though, its actually quite large and a lot of different business come out Sunday morning. A lot of it is the same but some places definitely stand out. The majority is fresh produce which is what you would normally see and expect, but there are fresh breads, meats, and art related items as well. There is even a loose leaf tea place that I was most surprised for since we don't have those in North Carolina. FYI - Don't bring your pets here! They are not allowed...and its rather annoying when people bring them and they can't control their animal. read more

Love it. We go every Sunday and always hit the same few stands. La Empanada Llama is a can't-miss stop. So are the fresh veggies available (best bet is to visit each farm stand and gauge the cost of the item you're looking for) and Palatine Cheese. read more

i try to come here every sunday before work. the walk in the morning is so pleasant. the location is right on jay st. which is where i go frequently. i enjoy purchasing the teas from divinitea and most Sundays i will buy my dad an apple turnover from this one stand. i just love finding the good in Schenectady. read more

Your review helps others learn about great local businesses. I have been going to this market for about 3 yrs. I love the variety of vendors, as well as how much pleasure they take in explaining and teaching about their wares. They never rushed or seemed anything but pleasant. I especially like the Venison, also in the Summer, they have a State program where for every 5$ in food stamps you buy, they give you 2$ coupons for fresh fruit and vegetables. An added bonus in Winter is getting to walk the Proctors arcade. Plenty of free parking always available. Please don't review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you're connected in any way to the owner or employees. read more

No dogs allowed at an outdoor farmer's market? I will not be returning. I live in Schenectady but will travel to Troy to enjoy their farmer's market instead. I'm sure your dog product vendors do not appreciate that either. read more

Okay I know it's winter and I know it's the holidays, but this farmers market is way way under mark.

Great farmer's market featuring an array of locally produced products, including produce, , meats/poultry, cheeses, spirits, baked goods, jerky and more. It's set opposite the Schenectady City Hall when it's outdoors (May-Oct we're told) before moving indoors for the winter. As new arrivals to this part of NY, this will be a regular shopping stop for us. read more

Absolutely amazing. Great food, great experience, and not expensive for the great, organic homemade food by true food artist that love what they do. Got great fresh, brick oven made bread, four kinds of cheeses(best feta I have ever had), peanuts pesto and more for around twenty bucks. Will bring more money next time for organic produce and other goods. Great way to eat organic, and healthy with out overspending. Oh and make sure to go on an empty stomach. read more

Great variety of baked goods, cheeses and ready to eat food. This is in mid-February! I'm so excited for it to move outside in the spring.

Great variety of vendors. Supports local farms and small businesses. Quality definitely above average. Very nice way to spend a hour or two with family and friends. Pixie's, BuddaPesto, Smythe/Cid Pottery, Barber Farms, Sonoria, RAD CO, and Lloyd Spears are top tier!!! read more

it's so refreshing to see the Greenmarket in Downtown Schenectady. There are so many different vendors showcasing their amazing products. I have a soft spot for the Saratoga Peanut Butter Company - I even mentioned it in my guide on Schenectady - http://www.petergreenberg.com/b/Off-The-Brochure-Travel-Guide:-Schenectady,-New-York/399827041113180322.html read more

Love love love! I am there weekly and if not I must be sick! Never disappointed... Great choices and variety weekly. Must come and see for yourself! Eggs, Milk, Veggies.... Gluten Free items oh boy! read more

I love that dogs aren't allowed. I've been to the Troy Market and dogs are everywhere... you trip over them. Owners think it is cool to bring their dogs but it appears to be a selfish act since most of the dogs seem freaked out about all the commotion and people. Too bad because there are great venders but it seems the Troy Market has gone to the dogs. BTW, I am a dog lover... had dogs all my life - they were part of the family but I never brought them to the farmers market. read more

I come here any Sunday that I can manage. Our Daily Bread is a fantastic bakery that I have never been disappointed by. Buhrmaster Farms and the fresh mozzarella cheese lady are two of our favorites. I prefer it when it's outside. The pesto guy is a regular fixture. read more