Connecticut’s Old State House Farmers Market
A downtown Connecticut-grown market with SNAP, WIC, and senior benefits doubled, Friday music, bus access, and validated garage parking.
About Connecticut’s Old State House Farmers Market
The Old State House Farmers Market uses the brick plaza on the Main Street side of the historic building, at 800 Main Street in downtown Hartford. Its 2026 dates are Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., June 5–October 30. Connecticut-grown farmers and state-based craft makers are invited. Friday shoppers can also catch a free local-music concert from noon to 1 p.m.
The operator accepts SNAP and doubles purchases; WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits are also doubled under its published arrangement. Nearby metered street parking is available, and the Old State House validates State House Square Garage parking at 75 Market Street, capping the exit cost at $10. City buses and free DASH shuttle stops are within a few blocks. The listed 2026 season ends October 30.
The market is on the Main Street side of the Old State House; Fridays include free noon concerts and the garage validation caps the exit at $10.