There are many options around Tucson to get fresh produce and locally made products. We’re bringing you everything you need to know about Tucson Farmer’s Markets. It’s awesome to live in a place that has so many options for fresh and locally grown produce. It is a healthier alternative to eating processed foods and the added benefit is that shopping at the Tucson Farmers Markets is easier than trying to grow a garden when living in an apartment community!
For those of you living in any of our many Tucson MCLife communities, these local farmers markets are a great way to get local product for a great price. Not only are you getting healthy food from a local source but you are also able to directly support the local economy and small businesses! It’s a win win situation.
Tucson Farmers Markets Information:
FoodInRoot Farmers’ Markets
4280 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85718
Open: Friday 10-2, Saturday 8-12, Sunday 8-12
FoodInRoot Farmers’ Markets is not just a great spot to get locally grown produce, they are also an amazing resource for the Farmers Markets in Tucson and the surrounding areas. Their website has information on all the local farmers markets as well as information on all the great things you can find and gain from your purchases at the Tucson Farmers Markets.
They started off with a simple goal, to find out and spread information about where our food comes from. They have grown into an amazing resource for farmers and buyers alike. Farmers markets give everyone a chance to live a happier and healthier life through wholesome, natural foods!
Heirloom Farmers Market
400 S Sarnoff Dr, Tucson, AZ 85710
Open: Sunday 8-12
They’re only open one day a week which means you have to strike while the iron is hot! Heirloom Farmers Market is a great spot in Northern Tucson where you can get some locally grown and harvested produce as well as other locally made goods. Their website has lots of great recipes as well as information about their multiple locations. You can find more than 30 varieties of fruits and veggies at the markets, fresh from the fields!
Rincon Valley Farmers & Artisans Market
12500 E Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85747
Open: Saturday 8-1
The Rincon Valley Farmers & Artisans Market is great if you are in the market for more than just produce. They have artisans providing services and goods in all kinds of categories. You can get local hams, wines, jams, sauces, and more! It’s a great place to get TONS of locally grown and made goods. Support the local economy and feel good about knowing where so many of your foods and items come from.
Earth Made Farmer’s Markets
4555 S Mission Rd, Tucson, AZ 85746
Open: Tuesday 10-2
The Earth Made Farmers Markets are open in several locations throughout he week. The Mission Road location is only open on Tuesdays! They have a variety of organic produce, baked goods, eggs, jams, jellies, honey, salsa, food, locally made soaps and lotions, jewelry, crafts, and more. Some of the markets even have live music from local performers!
Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market
100 South Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745
Open: Thursday 3-6pm
Run by the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona the Santa Cruz River Farmers’ Market is fighting hunger with locally grown and harvested crops! You can help aid in their mission by shopping locally from their selection of fresh fruits, veggies, and more. They also have locations open on Monday’s and Tuesday’s so make sure you check out their website to find a location that is open when you can attend.
No matter which Tucson farmers market you choose to attend you will be pleasantly surprised by the large variety of local produce available throughout the year. You don’t’ have to go too far to get amazing healthy foods at a great price! Take advantage of the great benefit of these Tucson Farmers Markets.
