Walnut Creek Farmers Market Brings Community Together Year-Round

Walnut Creek Farmers Market Brings Community Together Year-Round

The Walnut Creek Farmers Market, located on Locust Street between Cole and Lacassie, continues to serve as a central gathering place for residents seeking fresh, seasonal food and a connection to local growers.

Open year-round, the market features more than 100 producers from across the Bay Area, offering everything from heirloom fruits and vegetables to artisanal breads, jams, honey, salad dressings, and microgreens. The market is easily accessible by foot, bike, car, or public transit, with BART nearby and the first hour of free parking available at Grower’s Square on N. California Boulevard.

Founded in 1982, the market is operated by Contra Costa Certified Farmers Markets, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting small family farms, educating consumers about healthy food choices, and fostering strong local markets.

Beyond shopping, the Walnut Creek Farmers Market functions as a community hub, offering cooking demonstrations, educational outreach, and opportunities for neighbors to engage directly with farmers and food producers. Many longtime vendors have been part of the market for decades, building relationships with shoppers while sourcing ingredients from nearby farms and emphasizing sustainable practices.

The market’s ongoing mission reflects a broader commitment to local agriculture, community connection, and conscientious eating—values that have kept it a staple in Walnut Creek for more than four decades.

Read the full article and meet several of the vendors behind the stands here: citylifestyle.com/articles/local-love-15