Farmers' Market
Downtown Farmers' Market is now open
The cozy outdoor market takes place each Friday, May 1-Dec. 18, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. along a charming block of San Pedro Street between Santa Clara and St. John streets.
June - Go Green
Green Day, Chef at the Market, Free Plant Day
Step 1: Click on this link
Step 2: In the Market Name category enter "San Jose" choose California State
Step 3: Find the "Downtown Farmers' Market of San Jose" and click the VOTE button
Step 4: Tell them why you love us, then pass on the word!
VOTE the Downtown Farmer's Market as your favorite Farmers' Market!
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2009 Cherry pit spitting results
23 competitors
Any Excuse to Spit in Public winner: Chris Johnson (San
Jose) 40 feet
Won $50 spree at the Farmers' Market
Suits Galore
winner: Eric Sahn (Redwood City) 27 feet
Won $50 gift certificate to Morocco's
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The market will also feature plenty of fun and interactive activities in the upcoming months. Download the printable calendar here
July - Berry Bonanza : Strawberry Shortcake Day (yummy!), Tomato
Tasting, Chef at the Market
August - Summer Fun : Melon Mania, Chef at the Market, Recipe Contests
September - School Days : Green Day, Chef at the Market, Schools at the Market
October - Harvest Time : Chef at the Market, Canning and Preserving, Apple Tasting
November - Remember November : Featured Farmers, Author at the Market, Schools at the Market
December - Holiday Fun : Pie Eating Contest, Holiday Craft Fair, Featured Farmers
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Cookin' the Market is a program of cooking demonstrations in PCFMA's farmers' markets and other community events that show just how quick and easy it is to cook with fresh, locally-grown ingredients.
Cookin' the Market emphasizes fresh and seasonal ingredients, healthy recipes, and easy preparations to demonstrate that anyone, regardless of time or talent, can cook fresh and nutritious foods that not only taste better, but are also better for you
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Before you come downtown visit sjdowntownparking.com to keep your drive stress-free
The market is produced in conjunction with Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association. Call (800) 949-FARM for more information.
Interested in being a vendor or merchant at the market? Download the applications here Vendor application or Merchant application (PDF).
Thanks to our 2009 sponsors:
(click logo to visit sponsor web site)
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