Highland Park Farmers Market

Highland Park Farmers Market centers its purpose on Nebraska growers selling fresh produce directly to shoppers, while also making room for Nebraska-based bakers and crafters offering value-added goods straight to consumers. That mission gives this Hastings market a clear identity: it is built around direct sales, local production, and a broader picture of what farm-connected commerce can look like in one weekly stop. The market is located behind the Hastings Museum at 1400 N Hastings, placing it in a setting tied to one of the city’s recognizable landmarks rather than an isolated lot or roadside pull-off. In 2026, Prairie Loft Center of Outdoor & Agricultural Learning was approached to oversee market management and keep the market as-is while supporting its mission.

Why it matters locally

Nebraska farmers are the stated focus here: the market is designed to promote and provide opportunities for them to market and sell fresh produce direct to the consumer. That direct-to-consumer structure matters because it keeps the market’s purpose tightly defined around producer access rather than a broad retail mix. The same mission extends that opportunity to local Nebraska-based bakers and crafters, who can display and sell value-added products directly to consumers alongside farm goods.

The market also ties those sales goals to place. Its stated goal includes creating a sense of community and promoting a positive image of the historical and cultural heritage of the area. That reads differently when the market is physically set behind the Hastings Museum and connected in 2026 with Prairie Loft Center of Outdoor & Agricultural Learning, two named institutions that root the market in Hastings rather than treating it as a generic weekend setup. The vendor page’s dedicated 2026 market map and confirmed-attendance format also suggest an organized weekly layout for shoppers planning a visit.

Know before you go

No dogs are allowed, a policy worth knowing before you load up the car for a Saturday morning stop. The market runs from 8am to 12pm on Saturdays during a seasonal stretch beginning May 16, 2026 and continuing through October, so the shopping window is compact rather than all-day. The site is behind the Hastings Museum at 1400 N Hastings, which gives first-time visitors a concrete landmark to navigate to instead of hunting for a temporary setup without a fixed reference point.

Restrooms are listed as unavailable, another practical detail that can shape how long you plan to stay, especially if you are visiting with children or combining the market with other errands. Payment methods are clearly indicated, which helps reduce guesswork once you arrive at individual stands. If you like to plan around vendor participation, the market maintains a 2026 vendor page with a vendor map and attendance status categories such as confirmed, not attending, and no response yet. A posted phone number, 402-463-0565, is also available for market contact.