Note: This post was updated May 2023 to include current information and recommendations.
Spring is in full bloom in Omaha and we’re busy enjoying the luxuries of the season — basking in the sun out on the patio at a restaurant, strolling through our favorite neighborhoods, revamping our home with bright seasonal colors, and grabbing a beer from a local brewery.
Another one of our favorite spring features is the return of farmers markets scattered all over the region. There are so many in the area — and at least one of them is bound to fit your schedule perfectly!
Farmers markets are one of the most fun ways to support the local community — specifically farmers, artisans and small business owners. These markets are also wonderful resources for SNAP participants to get fresh and healthy produce using vouchers.
Be a part of the thriving and exciting farmers market community in the Omaha and Council Bluffs area this year!
Bellevue Farmers Market | Bellevue
June 3 to September 16, 2023 | Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Photos courtesy of Bellevue Farmers Market
This volunteer-run market takes place at Washington Park every Saturday, rain or shine. This Olde Town Bellevue market is always family-friendly and dog-friendly so bring everyone! No matter which local vendors you find on market day, you’ll go home with plenty of fresh produce, baked goods, bread, crafts, furniture, jewelry and more.
Farmers Market Council Bluffs | Council Bluffs
May – September 2023 | Thursdays, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Photos courtesy of Farmers Market Council Bluffs
Farmers Market Council Bluffs pops up in historic Bayliss Park every Thursday in May through September. This lively summertime tradition features seasonal and weekly vendors selling a range of fresh produce, baked goods and unique crafts. And it’s a wonderful place to wind down at the end of the day, grab some last-minute farm-fresh ingredients for dinner and support local businesses!
Gifford Park Neighborhood Market | Omaha
June 2 – September 22, 2023 | Fridays, 5-8 p.m.
Gifford Park is one of the friendliest neighborhoods in Omaha, and also boasts a high walk score! Enjoy the bounties of the area by perusing the local market, which runs on Fridays from 5-8 p.m. You’ll enjoy the work of local artists, fresh flowers from local gardeners and produce from Nebraska farms.
Omaha Farmers Market at the Old Market | Omaha
May 6 – October 14, 2023 | Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
One of the most well-known markets in the area, the Omaha Farmers Market at the Old Market is a sight worth seeing and a community worth immersing yourself in every Saturday throughout the summer. In fact, the Omaha Farmers Market is considered the best farmers market in all of Nebraska. Once you see the bustling activity, the abundance of goods and all the smiling vendors at the Old Market location, you’ll see why!
Omaha Farmers Market in Aksarben Village | Omaha
May 7 – October 15, 2023 | Sundays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
If you accidentally sleep through the market on Saturday in the Old Market, you’ll get a second chance to purchase produce at the Omaha Farmers Market in Aksarben Village every Sunday! Just head to the corner of 67th Street and Mercy Road near Stinson Park.
Papillion Farmers Market | Papillion
May 24 – August 16 (Excluding June 14), 2023 | Wednesdays, 5 – 8 p.m.
Photos courtesy of Papillion Farmers Market
The Papillion Farmers Market in City Park at the corner of Washington and Lincoln Streets is an annual Papillion tradition — and makes exciting updates every year! Take note: the market won’t be held on June 14th due to Papillion Days.
Village Pointe Farmers Market | Omaha
May 6 – October 7, 2023 | Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Photos courtesy of Village Pointe Farmers Market
Pick up local food from Nebraska, Iowa and South Dakota farmers at Village Pointe Farmers Market located on the south side of Village Pointe Shopping Center. Perhaps the most notable feature of this market is that it is the only farmers market in Omaha that requires GMO labeling. The market aims to elevate community awareness of the importance of sustainable, local, family-owned farms.
The Village Pointe Farmers Market also strives to educate the community about wholesome food that comes from said farms and its importance to our health. They take this education a step further by actually providing these healthy options at their market!
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