Boston Farmers Markets

Best Farmers Markets in Boston for Home Food Sellers (2026)

Complete guide to 4 farmers markets in Boston — schedules, vendor applications, and tips for home food entrepreneurs.

Farmers Markets in Boston

Each market listing includes schedule, location, and vendor application info when available

Boston Public Market

Wednesday–Sunday

Year-round

Haymarket

Boston Public Market operates year-round, making it a reliable venue for home food sellers in Boston. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.

Copley Square Farmers Market

Tuesday, Friday

May–November

Back Bay

Copley Square Farmers Market runs May–November. Plan your product calendar around the season to maximize sales. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.

South End Open Market

Sunday

May–October

South End

South End Open Market runs May–October. Plan your product calendar around the season to maximize sales. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.

Cambridge Farmers Market

Monday

June–November

Cambridge

Cambridge Farmers Market runs June–November. Plan your product calendar around the season to maximize sales. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.

Massachusetts Law

Massachusetts Cottage Food Rules for Market Vendors

Farmers Market Sales

Allowed — sell directly to customers at markets

Online Pre-Orders

Not permitted — in-person sales only

Revenue Limit

Up to $25,000/year

Permit Required

Yes — Residential kitchen license

Food Events in Boston

Beyond farmers markets — food festivals and events to grow your customer base
Taste of Boston
June

Annual Seaport food festival featuring Boston's best restaurants and food artisans.

Boston Local Food Festival
September

Celebration of New England's local food producers at the Rose Kennedy Greenway.

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SoWa Open Market
May–October

Weekly South End market combining art, fashion, and artisan food vendors.

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What to Sell at Boston Farmers Markets

Popular home food business types that do well at local markets

About RestauNax for Home Food Businesses

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Sell More at Boston Markets

Take online pre-orders, accept card payments at your booth, and build your customer list — all for $4.99/month.