The Watertown Farmers Market begins this week. The organizers provided the following information about what to expect at the market, including new vendors, returning faov
Join us Wednesday, June 12 for Opening Day!
It’s almost time for market season~ We’re getting ready to kick off the 11th year of the Watertown Farmers’ Market and celebrate all the market has to offer! Scroll down to see our vendor lineup for this year and watch for more news about special features this year.
Thank you for supporting our market and all things local. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable market experience!
Opening Day Activities
2:30: Opening Bell with City Manager George Proakis
2:30-4:30: Lawn games by Watertown Recreation Department
3:00-5:00: Performance by HYE Fusion
3:30-4:30: Kick off the Season with Get Lively Health & Fitness– free mini Get Moving and Stretch sessions at 3:30 and 4:00pm
2:30-6:30: Raffle for Market Gift Certificates
(drawing is open all day; you do not need to be present to win
2024 Market Vendors
We are pleased to introduce a wonderful variety of new vendors, and so glad to welcome back our fabulous returners!
Meet the New Vendors!
From the home garden, to Ireland, and now Lowell, they’re about creating delicious unique hot sauces with a commitment to community, quality and of course, good craic.
A brand that offers tasty and nutritious snacks that encourage mindful eating. Their specialty is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free “Super Bites” made with organic and all-natural ingredients. These nutrient-dense snacks are suitable for breakfast, quick bites, or post-workout treats.
Life Love Cheese is a charcuterie board catering company, mobile cheese shop & cheese educator focusing on American artisanal cheese.
Stormalong Cider was founded in 2014 by Shannon Edgar with the desire to showcase the virtues of cider made with the right apples. Cider is a complex and nuanced beverage, and apple selection and blends are paramount.
Beraka Juice is committed to nourishing your body and soul with healthy, delicious, and purposefully created drinks & eats. Their mission is to help you feel energized, refreshed, and spiritually connected to the best version of yourself with every sip.
At Josephine’s Baking Company their mission is to craft the most delicious crispy cookies made with gluten-free, all natural ingredients. You will fall in love with their mouthwatering flavors: Vanilla, Chocolate Chip, Almond, Coconut and Cinnamon Ginger. Enjoyed best with family & friends!
Our weekly newsletter will list vendors attending each market, so be sure to check the schedule.
Farm Produce
Dick’s Market Gardens
Farmer Tim’s Vegetables
Stillman’s Farm
Meat/Poultry/Fish
Hooked Fish Shop (Red’s Best & Boston Smoked Fish)
Copicut Farms
Baked Goods
Clear Flour Bakery
Compolongo Cookie Company Biweekly
Fournos Authentic Greek Pastries
The Bagel Table
Josephine’s Baking Company NEW, Biweekly
Specialty Vendors
Del Sur Biweekly
Crepe du Jour
Grateful Tastes
Habibi Gourmet Foods
Flores De Cafe Biweekly
O’some Cafe Biweekly
Sa’s Homestyle Sauce Biweekly
Sotto Chocolate Monthly
Berri Mari and Belle Jam Monthly
Olive World Monthly
Nutty Bird Granola Biweekly
Craic Sauce NEW Monthly
Life Love Cheese NEW Monthly
Stormalong Cider NEW Monthly
Beraka Juice NEW
Mind Body Snack NEW Monthly
Artisan Vendors
Kitchen Table Publishing
M.S. Illustrations
Paths Underground
Rebecca Livingston Ceramics
A Tale of Two Candles and Soaps
Rhapsody Fiber Arts
Dorothy Oja
Missy Shay
Marilyn Salvas Photography
Mudd Botanicals
Rose of Sharon Boutique
Elisandra Lopes
Live Music at the Market!
Weekly from 3:00-5:00
(weather permitting)
This year we are offering a smorgasborg of local performers to enhance your market experience. Come listen to your favorite musicans from past years including Matt Hanna, Jon Waterman, Ruth Rappaport, HYE Fusion, Keys and Kontainers, Dan Zoen, and many more! New performers include Kyle Steepgrade and Better Late. Our weekly newsletters will list the scheduled performer for the week, so stay tuned!
This program is partially funded by the Mass Cultural Council.
Special Market Events
Our 11th season will include a variety of activities that support our mission and build a healthy community. Some of this season’s special market events include:
Opening Day
WIC Distribution & Food Access Resources
National Farmers’ Market Week
Bike Fest & Free Bike Checks
Community Connect
Fall Fest
Check your weekly newsletter to get details on dates and times.
Help Us Spread the Word…
Host A Yard Sign!
Remind friends and neighbors of the upcoming market with a WFM Yard Sign! If you live in a visible spot and want to host a sign, email watertownmarket@gmail.com
and we’ll drop one off to you!
The Watertown Farmers’ Market Accepts SNAP, HIP, and Farmers Market Coupons including WIC & Senior FMNP
Double Your SNAP Dollars
The Watertown Farmers’ Market accepts SNAP. Swipe your EBT card at the Market Manager’s tent to receive a dollar-to-dollar match, up to $15/week.
Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) Update
Purchase fruits and vegetables using your EBT card from authorized HIP farmers and the amount of sale will be automatically reimbursed, it’s an instant rebate (and free produce!). Monthly maximums apply. More information can be found at mass.gov or the market’s Food Assistance website page. Three of our Farm vendorsare HIP certified!