Ballard Farmers Market

Ballard Farmers Market is part of the Seattle Farmers Market Association, the group that organizes the market and its programs across Seattle. In Ballard, that market runs along the historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Avenue NW between Vernon Place and 22nd Avenue, with expansion to NW Market Street and down Ballard Ave NW to 20th Ave NW. That setting gives this market a street-spanning footprint tied closely to Ballard’s commercial corridor rather than a parking-lot setup. It’s also a year-round market in Seattle, which shapes it as a regular Sunday stop instead of a short harvest-season event.

Why it matters locally

Ballard Farmers Market operates under the Seattle Farmers Market Association, which frames the market as part of a broader network of market programs and services in the city. SFMA also includes a land acknowledgement naming the Coast Salish Peoples and specifically the Duwamish whose traditional territories are occupied.

The market’s local role also shows up in food access and redistribution. SFMA states that EBT/SNAP, WIC/Senior FMNP, Fresh Bucks, SNAP Market Match, and credit and debit cards are accepted at this market. SFMA also references a gleaning program developed in collaboration with Sustainable Ballard and FARMore WA, with donated food going to Ballard Food Bank. Together, those programs connect Ballard’s Sunday shopping block to wider neighborhood food systems.

What you'll find there

The vendor mix reaches beyond raw produce into prepared foods, pantry items, wellness goods, and non-food makers, while still keeping farm products in the lineup. Several vendors are specifically highlighted as Ballard Farmers Market favorites, which gives the market a mix of staple names and specialty stops.

• -Find Kirsop Farm for fresh vegetables, lambskins, smoked bacon, and pork chops.
• -Look for Skagit River Ranch, which is named as a Ballard Farmers Market favorite.
• -Stop at Ayako & Family, also named as a Ballard Farmers Market favorite.
• -Pick up candles from R’Sential Candles, another vendor named as a Ballard Farmers Market favorite.
• -Seek out Bow Hill Blueberries, listed among Ballard Farmers Market favorites.
• -Shop La Pasta LLC for long-cut pastas, raviolis, sauces, spreads, and desserts.
• -Browse Cognitive Function for mushroom-based wellness products.
• -Grab Jonboy Caramels when caramel production ramps up during the holiday season.
• -Order from The Bangalore kitchen for a fixed menu of dosas, khara bath, and kesari bath.
• -Stock up at Bonnie B's Peppers for homemade, hand-packed pickles, peppers, and relishes.

On June 14th, the market’s Annual Pride Celebration includes a Pride Market Walk meeting at the flags at 9:15 AM as the market opens, followed by a Drag Showcase from 11 AM to 12 PM hosted by Sasha Scarlett.

Know before you go

No dogs are allowed at Ballard Farmers Market, a rule that can affect plans before you leave home. ADA customer parking is identified on NW Vernon Pl between Shilshole Ave NW and Ballard Ave. The market footprint extends along Ballard Avenue NW between Vernon Place and 22nd Avenue, with expansion to NW Market Street and down to 20th Ave NW, so arriving with that larger street layout in mind helps with navigation. Payment methods are clearly accepted at the market, while restrooms are not listed as available in the market details provided here.

Payments & SNAP

Ballard Farmers Market accepts EBT/SNAP. SFMA also lists WIC/Senior FMNP, Fresh Bucks, SNAP Market Match, and credit and debit cards among the payment options accepted at this market. That makes Ballard one of the more straightforward Seattle markets for shoppers planning to use nutrition benefits alongside standard card payments.