Houston Farmers Markets

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

Complete guide to 3 farmers markets in Houston — schedules, vendor applications, and tips for home food entrepreneurs.

Farmers Markets in Houston

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

Urban Harvest Farmers Market

Saturday

Year-round

Eastside

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

Rice Village Farmers Market

Tuesday

Year-round

Rice Village

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

Heights Mercantile Farmers Market

Wednesday

Year-round

The Heights

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

Texas Law

Texas Cottage Food Rules for Market Vendors

Farmers Market Sales

Allowed — sell directly to customers at markets

Online Pre-Orders

Allowed — take orders online before market day

Revenue Limit

Up to $50,000/year

Permit Required

No permit needed

Food Events in Houston

Beyond farmers markets — food festivals and events to grow your customer base
Houston Restaurant Weeks
August

Month-long citywide dining event benefiting the Houston Food Bank.

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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
March

Three-week event with massive food court featuring Texas home cooks and artisans.

Night Market HTX
Monthly

Asian-inspired night market featuring local food entrepreneurs and home cooks.

What to Sell at Houston 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 Houston Markets

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