Which U.S. farmers markets open year-round on weekends?

Finding a farmers market that remains open in winter means looking beyond seasonal fairs. In Dallas, The Shed brings Texas producers together on Saturdays and Sundays beneath a permanent roof; in Manhattan, GrowNYC operates the 79th Street Greenmarket every Sunday, year-round. Both make it possible to shop for locally produced food in a city, but they work differently: Dallas separates its outdoor farmers market from a daily indoor food hall, while New York places a network of regional farmers and food makers along an Upper West Side avenue.

The practical distinction matters. Dallas’s official page lists The Shed from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; the Market Building, at another address within the complex, operates daily as a food hall. In New York, the market on Columbus Avenue between West 77th and 81st Streets opens Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., year-round. At both markets, “year-round” does not mean the same fruit, vegetable, bread, or producer will appear in every season.

Dallas: Texas producers beneath The Shed

Dallas Farmers Market says its history dates to 1941. Its weekend market, The Shed, occupies an open-air but covered space at 1010 S Pearl Expressway and lists more than one hundred local producers; management says farmers, ranchers, bakers, and makers come from within a 400-mile radius. The permanent roof allows the market to operate in rain or shine, and official information lists admission as free.

The Shed’s hours are Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The Market Building, which the market identifies at 920 S. Harwood Street, is a separate part of the complex: it opens daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and includes restaurants, specialty food shops, and local makers. For farmers selling directly, go to The Shed; for a weekday meal, the indoor building serves a different purpose. Confusing the two can lead visitors to expect farmers’ stalls on a weekday when they are not scheduled.

The official page highlights seasonal products and recommends arriving early on Saturday for the broadest selection. Google reviews of the overall complex commonly mention a variety of stalls, food, and fresh goods, as well as the appeal of spending several hours there. The aggregate rating belongs to the market complex, not an individual farmer or every Market Building retailer. If you need a particular product or grower, check the current directory and announcements.

Manhattan: an avenue turned into a weekly market

79th Street Greenmarket, operated by GrowNYC, stretches along Columbus Avenue between West 77th and 81st Streets, behind the American Museum of Natural History. The organization says it has connected local farms and farmers with Upper West Side residents since 1983. Official hours are every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., year-round. Its location makes it possible to pair shopping with a museum visit or neighborhood walk, although the market occupies an avenue where pedestrian crossings remain active.

GrowNYC describes its Greenmarkets as following “producer-only” standards: farmers and food businesses sell what they grow, raise, catch, bake, or produce, and come from the Northeast. That general policy helps explain why offerings can include farm produce, baked goods, dairy, meat, flowers, and other regional foods, but the exact selection on 79th Street changes with the season and participating vendors. The organization also schedules cooking demonstrations and educational activities at its markets.

Public Google comments highlight fresh produce, bread, flowers, and a neighborhood atmosphere beside the museum. Some visitors recommend arriving early because popular items may sell out and a few vendors begin packing before the final hour. That is practical advice, not a different official closing time. If you are counting on a particular food, checking the farmer list or arriving near opening is safer than assuming the same stalls will be there each week.

How the two markets differ

Dallas offers a concentrated venue beneath a permanent roof, a larger stated network of producers, and a separate indoor area open daily. The 79th Street Greenmarket is a weekly market integrated into Manhattan’s pedestrian streets and follows the calendar of regional producers. Public ratings can help visitors anticipate atmosphere and variety, but the operators’ own information is the source for schedules, sourcing, and vendor rules.

Before visiting, check the official calendars and updates, especially near holidays. In Dallas, go to The Shed on the weekend if you want farmers and growers, and use the Market Building for daily food and shops. In New York, set aside Sunday morning and treat the market as part of an Upper West Side outing. At both, the season and arrival time shape what you will find—another reason to check the latest vendor information and stay flexible.

Sources consulted

• The Shed: productores, horario y acceso — Dallas Farmers Market.
• Preguntas frecuentes: horarios de las dos secciones — Dallas Farmers Market.
• Ficha de reseñas de Google del Dallas Farmers Market — Google (datos replicados por Restaurant Guru).
• Ubicación, horario y actividades del 79th Street Greenmarket — GrowNYC.
• Normas y alcance de los Greenmarkets — GrowNYC.
• Ficha de Google del 79th Street Greenmarket — Google Maps (datos replicados por Wanderlog).

Information checked on October 20, 2026. Agricultural selection is seasonal and holiday hours may change; check official channels before visiting.