Ballard Farmers Market

Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle's first year-round neighborhood market — Washington-only farmers along a cobblestoned historic street every Sunday, rain or shine. A friend sends you here for peak-season produce, flowers, and prepared food in a great walkable neighborhood. Caveat: it's Sundays only, 9am-2pm.

Key facts

Frequently asked questions

What can I buy at the Ballard market?

Produce sold exclusively by Washington state farmers, plus flowers, cheese, seafood, baked goods, and lots of prepared food. It's a real working farmers market, not a craft fair. Come hungry and bring a tote.

When is it least crowded?

Right at 9am opening is calmest, and it also means the best selection before popular items sell out. By midday it's busy, especially in summer. Early birds get both elbow room and the freshest picks.

Can I bring my dog?

Leashed, well-behaved dogs are a common sight along Ballard Ave, but it gets crowded and tight around stalls. Use judgment on busy days. Service animals are of course always welcome.

What else is there to do nearby?

Ballard Ave is one of Seattle's best strolling streets — independent shops, bars, and restaurants line the same blocks. Make a morning of it: market first, then coffee or brunch. It's an easy, rewarding neighborhood to wander.

Is it worth going in winter?

Yes — that's part of what makes it special. You'll find root vegetables, storage crops, mushrooms, cured goods, and hot food that make a cold Sunday worthwhile. Dress warm and it's a genuinely pleasant outing.

When is the Ballard Farmers Market open?

Every Sunday, year-round, from 9am to 2pm, rain or shine. It's Seattle's first year-round neighborhood market, so it runs even in winter. They close only on Christmas Day and stay open New Year's Day.

How do I get to Ballard without a car?

Metro's RapidRide D Line and several bus routes serve Ballard; there's no light rail to the neighborhood yet. Buses are your best transit bet. If you drive, arrive early since street parking near the market goes fast.

Is the market cash only?

Many vendors take cards or mobile payment now, but some smaller farmers prefer cash. Bring some cash to be safe and to speed up small purchases. There's usually an info booth if you need help.

Nearby in Ask Seattle

• BallardNeighborhood0.13 km · 2 min walk
• Nordic MuseumMuseum0.72 km · 9 min walk
• Ballard Locks (Hiram M. Chittenden Locks)Attraction1.09 km · 14 min walk
• Un BienRestaurant1.67 km · 21 min walk
• Discovery ParkPark2.02 km · 25 min walk