Spring is here, which means the Farmer’s Markets are opening up too! Kansas City has SO MANY farmers ’ markets to choose from. So put on some comfortable shoes, grab some shopping bags, and make sure you bring cash (small bills).
Here is a list of our favorite Farmer Markets in the KC metro:
City Market
This is the largest market in the city! This market is huge with over 140 vendors and you can purchase anything from crafts, fresh baked goods and produce. It even has special year-round events.
When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekends, April through October; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekends, November to December and March; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday only in January and February
Where: 20 E. 5th St., Kansas City
Lee’s Summit
With over 40 vendors, there’s something for everyone at the Downtown Lee’s Summit Farmers Market. Guests can find local produce, baked goods, fresh flowers, local food trucks and more.
When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays and Wednesdays from April 13 to Nov. 2
Where: 2nd and Douglas streets, Lee’s Summit
Lenexa
Enjoy fresh produce, meat, flowers, body care products and more at the Lenexa Farmers Market. In 2024, there are even more new vendors, plus the market is offering composting once a month.
When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays from April 27 to Oct. 26; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays from May 28 to Aug. 27
Where: Lenexa Civic Campus parking garage, 17201 W. 87th St. Parkway, Lenexa
Liberty
The historic Downtown Liberty square is the perfect place to spend a morning shopping for local goods. The Liberty Farmers Market was recently voted the best of the Northland.
When: 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays from May through October
Where: 1 Courthouse Square, Liberty
Overland Park Farmers Market
For over 30 years, vendors have been offering customers a wide variety of products including fresh produce, local foods and unique specialty items.
When: 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays from April 20 to Sept. 28; 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays from Oct. 5 to Nov. 23; 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays from June 5 to Sept. 4
Where: 7950 Marty St., Overland Park
Merriam
Located in downtown Merriam, this farmers market has plenty of local produce, homemade goods and more. Plus guests can enjoy live music and kids activities on select weekends.
When: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays from May 4 through Sept. 28
Where: Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Drive, Merriam
Parkville Farmers Market
Visit English Landing Park in Downtown Parkville, MO where you’ll find friendly farmers. They have an assortment of fruits and vegetables, meats, farm fresh eggs, local honey & honey by-products, jams and jellies, homemade baked breads & sweet treats, plants and cut flowers, herbs, mushrooms and more.
When: 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays from April 27 to Oct. 26; noon to 4 p.m. Wednesdays from June 12 to Sept. 11
Where: English Landing Park, 8701 McAfee St, Parkville
Shawnee
Stock up on local produce, homemade crafts and more at the Shawnee Farmers Market while enjoying local entertainment from Shawnee and the Kansas City area.
The city’s Moonlight Market also runs from 4-8 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at City Hall.
When: 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays from May 4 through Oct. 26
Where: Shawnee City Hall, 11110 Johnson Drive, Shawnee
