TLDR
The Montclair Farmers Market runs Saturdays, 8am–1pm on Walnut Street, typically from late April through November. Best selection: arrive before 10am. Highlights: local produce, Bobolink Dairy cheese, fresh bread, and prepared foods. Free to enter.
Montclair NJ Farmers Market Guide (2026)
The Montclair Farmers Market is a genuine community institution — one of the best Saturday morning rituals in Essex County. Here's everything you need to know before you go.
Market Basics
Location
Walnut Street, Montclair NJ (near Bay Street train station)
Hours
Saturdays, 8am–1pm
Season
Late April through mid-November (weather dependent)
Admission
Free
Parking
Street parking + Bay Street municipal lot
Transit
Walk from Bay Street NJ Transit (2 min)
What You'll Find at the Market
Produce
Multiple New Jersey and Hudson Valley farms. Peak summer brings tomatoes, corn, peppers, squash. Spring is great for greens, radishes, and early herbs.
Dairy & Cheese
Bobolink Dairy is the standout — raw milk cheeses made on their NJ farm. The aged cheddar and cave-aged cheeses sell out early. Get there before 9:30am if cheese is the goal.
Bread & Baked Goods
Several artisan bakers. Sourdough loaves, pastries, and seasonal specials. The croissant and rye bread tend to disappear fast.
Prepared Foods
Empanadas, tamales, soups, and hot breakfast items. Good for eating while you shop — the market has a social, picnic-like energy on nice days.
Honey & Preserves
Local honey producers, jam makers, and specialty condiments. Great for gifts.
Flowers
Cut flowers and plant starts in season. Peonies in late spring are spectacular.
Tips from Locals
Arrive before 10am
The best items — Bobolink cheese, fresh bread, popular prepared foods — sell out by 10:30–11am on busy weekends.
Bring cash and reusable bags
Most vendors accept cards now but cash is still faster. Bags are on you.
Pair it with coffee at Fournos
The market and Fournos are within easy walking distance. A classic Montclair Saturday morning combo.
Check the market calendar
The season runs late April through November but exact dates shift. Check the Montclair Farmers Market website or their Instagram before going opening weekend.
FAQ
When is the Montclair NJ farmers market?
The Montclair Farmers Market is held every Saturday from approximately late April through mid-November, 8am to 1pm on Walnut Street near Bay Street. Check their website for the exact start and end dates each season.
Where is the Montclair NJ farmers market located?
Walnut Street in Montclair, near the Bay Street NJ Transit station. It's easily walkable from the train platform — about a 2-minute walk.
Is there a farmers market in Montclair NJ year-round?
No — the Walnut Street market is seasonal (April/May through November). There is no winter market currently operating in Montclair, though some indoor winter markets in nearby towns like Maplewood and Millburn run through the colder months.