The Best Farmers' Markets in San Mateo
Two markets, two different days: the big year-round Saturday market at the college and a seasonal Tuesday market on 25th Avenue. Where and when to shop local in San Mateo.
San Mateo has two farmers' markets, on two different days. One is a big year-round Saturday market, the other a smaller seasonal Tuesday market on 25th Avenue. Here's where each one is, when it runs, and what it's good for.
San Mateo's farmers' markets, with the day, hours, and season for each, checked against the market operators. Nobody pays to be on it.
The year-round market
College of San Mateo Farmers' Market
The big one. Held in the College of San Mateo lot up on West Hillsdale every Saturday morning, run by the Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association. The widest selection in town: produce, fish, prepared food, and food trucks. Go early for parking and the best pick.
The seasonal market
25th Avenue Farmers' Market
A low-key neighborhood market on West 25th Avenue, Tuesday afternoons from May through October, also run by PCFMA. Smaller and mellow, good for a quick midweek produce run while it is in season.
Frequently asked
What is the best farmers' market in San Mateo?
Local favorites include College of San Mateo Farmers' Market, 25th Avenue Farmers' Market. Browse the full guide above.
How many farmers' markets does San Mateo Local recommend?
2, all added by hand and refreshed regularly.
Is San Mateo Local a paid directory?
No. Nobody pays to be listed here, and nothing was scraped or bought. A business can sponsor a guide, and if one does, it is clearly marked as a sponsor.
Quick tip: Saturday at the college is the one for a full shop, and the Tuesday market on 25th is a good quick run while it is in season, May through October. Bring cash and a bag.