Marin County Farmers Markets: Days, Hours and Locations

Marin County’s two biggest farmers markets run year-round at the Marin Civic Center in San Rafael: Thursdays and Sundays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Larkspur’s market at Marin Country Mart runs every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the Point Reyes Station market is a summer Saturday market at Toby’s Feed Barn.

Marin’s markets draw on a deep farming and ranching tradition, from West Marin dairies and oyster farms to orchards and vegetable growers across the North Bay. Schedules change from season to season, so we list only the markets whose 2026 details we could confirm with their operators. Always check the operator’s website before you go.

Marin farmers markets at a glance

The Agricultural Institute of Marin (AIM), a nonprofit, runs the two Civic Center markets, the Point Reyes market and the San Rafael summer market.

Sunday Marin Farmers Market, San Rafael

This is the county’s flagship. AIM describes it as the third-largest weekly farmers market in California, with more than 100 farmers and specialty food producers plus a handful of artisans. Expect organic produce, unusual citrus and stone fruit, grass-fed meats, a long row of cheeses, baked goods and hot food.

The setting is part of the draw. The market sits beside the Marin County Civic Center, Frank Lloyd Wright’s last major public project and a National Historic Landmark. There is ample parking off Highway 101, and the Marin Civic Center SMART station is close by. Pets are not allowed.

Thursday Marin Farmers Market, San Rafael

The weekday market, sometimes called the “Chef’s Market,” is popular with local restaurant cooks and food producers. AIM lists more than 85 participants. It is quieter than Sunday and a good choice if you want to talk with growers or pick up lunch. It sits next to the lagoon at the Civic Center.

Marin Country Mart, Larkspur

Marin Country Mart’s Saturday market sits across from the Larkspur Ferry Terminal, which makes it easy to reach from San Francisco by ferry. It runs year-round, rain or shine, with kids’ music from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and live music from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The surrounding shops and restaurants make it a good half-day outing.

Point Reyes Farmers Market

The Point Reyes market wraps around the front of Toby’s Feed Barn in Point Reyes Station. AIM says it was the first organic farmers market in the Bay Area to gain international recognition, and it is marking 30 years. Expect produce, pastured eggs, cheese, meat, flowers, ferments and prepared food from West Marin cooks, with a picnic area and live music. In 2026 it ran Saturdays from May 2 to September 26, so plan for next spring.

Make a day of it with a drive through Olema and Inverness, or north to Tomales.

San Rafael Summer Farmers Market

This evening market takes over Fourth Street downtown on one Friday each month from May through September. In 2026 it ran May 15, June 12, July 10, August 14 and September 11. It is more of a street festival than a grocery run.

What is in season in Marin

• Fall (October to November): apples, pears, persimmons, winter squash, late tomatoes, chicories, mushrooms
• Winter: citrus, kale, leeks, root vegetables, Dungeness crab when the season is open
• Spring: asparagus, peas, fava beans, strawberries, spring onions
• Summer: stone fruit, berries, tomatoes, corn, peppers, melons

Cheese, eggs, meat, bread and flowers are available all year.

Tips for shopping Marin markets

• Go early for the best selection; go late for end-of-day deals.
• Bring bags and a cooler for cheese, fish and meat.
• Payment: most vendors take cards. AIM markets have an on-site ATM and accept CalFresh EBT, Market Match and WIC.
• Buying in bulk? AIM markets let you leave purchases at the information booth and pick them up later.
• Leave dogs at home at AIM markets; pets are not allowed.

Living near Marin’s markets

Easy access to farm-fresh food is one of the everyday pleasures of living in Marin. The Civic Center markets are a short drive from most of central Marin, including San Rafael and Larkspur. Our Marin County real estate guide covers each town. If you are comparing counties, see our list of Sonoma County farmers markets.

Questions people ask

What is the biggest farmers market in Marin County?

The Sunday Marin Farmers Market at the Marin County Civic Center in San Rafael. Its operator describes it as the third-largest weekly market in California.

Are there year-round farmers markets in Marin?

Yes. The Thursday and Sunday markets at the Civic Center and the Saturday market at Marin Country Mart in Larkspur run all year.

Do Marin farmers markets accept EBT?

The markets run by the Agricultural Institute of Marin accept CalFresh EBT, Market Match and WIC. Check with other markets directly.

Can I get to a Marin farmers market without a car?

Yes. The SMART train stops at Marin Civic Center, and the Larkspur market is across from the ferry terminal.

If weekend market runs are part of the life you want, we can help you find a home in the right part of Marin. Start with our buyer’s page or contact us.

Sources & notes

• Agricultural Institute of Marin: Farmers market directory, Sunday Marin, Thursday Marin, Point Reyes
• Marin Country Mart: The Farmers’ Market
• Schedules confirmed October 2026. Seasonal dates and hours change; check each operator before you go.

Last reviewed October 2026 by Matthew Martinez.