Nothing tastes better than home-grown veggies. Get some fresh air, shop for crisp produce, and support local businesses and farmers at our picks for the best open air markets in Boston.
SoWa Open Market
460 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118
Sundays 9am - 5pm
credit: SoWa Open Market
Now in its 15th season, the award-winning SoWa Open Market is Boston's largest celebration of local artisans, farmers, food trucks, brewers, and musicians. Every Sunday, shop from over 175 makers and enjoy Boston’s first ever Beer Barn, a beer hall and taproom housed in the iconic SoWa Power Station. Created in partnership with Craft Collective, the Barn will showcase a curated selection of local brews and ciders. Come for the beer, stay for the lawn games and live music. Pet friendly!
Copley Square Farmer's Market
Copley Square, Back Bay, Boston
Tuesdays and Fridays 11am - 6pm
Right in the heart of Back Bay lies the Copley Square Farmer's Market. Check out both prepared foods and fresh produce at this market across from the Public Library.
Boston Public Open Air Market
136 Blackstone Street Plaza, Downtown Boston
Wednesdays 11am - 6pm
Chances are, if you're a Boston native, you're familiar with the Boston Public Market down by the Haymarket T stop that runs year-round. However, in the summer, the Public Market offers an outdoor area filled with various vendors. Here you can purchase fresh eggs, meat, and produce, all while taking in the views of downtown Boston.
Central Square Farmer's Market
76 Bishop Allen Dr, Cambridge, MA 02139
Mondays 12pm - 6pm
On Mondays in Cambridge's Central Square, one can find fresh food and friendly conversation. Enjoy some of the thrift stores in the area and then shop for your dinner ingredients!
Brimfield Antique Market
Brimfield, MA
Various weekends throughout the summer
Okay, so this one isn't exactly in Boston...in fact, it's about an hour outside of Boston by car, but Brimfield Antique Market is too big of a deal to not include in this list. Featured on HGTV's Flip or Flop, America's oldest outdoor antique flea market is having its final weekend of the season September 4-9. Stop by for everything from car parts to dining room tables to clothing!
