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Union Square Greenmarket

North and West sides of Union Square Park  [map] 
Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

2013 schedule changes: closed 11/29/13, 12/25/13 & 1/1/14 for the holidays.

WIC and FMNP checks accepted at farmer stands
EBT/Food Stamps accepted at the market info tent.

View a daily behind-the-scenes look at the Union Square Greenmarket. What's in, what's not to be missed, and what's especially delicious and beautiful - every single market day.

The world-famous Union Square Greenmarket began with just a few farmers in 1976, has grown exponentially over the past 35 years: in peak season, 140 regional farmers, fishermen, and bakers descend upon Union Square to sell their products to a devout legion of city dwellers who support local agriculture with their food dollars.

As Greenmarket's flagship market, the seasonal bounty is unparalleled, with hundreds of varieties to choose from during any given season. From just-picked fresh fruits and vegetables, to heritage meats and award-winning farmstead cheeses, artisan breads, jams, pickles, a profusion of cut flowers and plants, wine, ciders, maple syrup and much more.

Located in one of New York City's great public spaces, the atmosphere at Union Square on a market day is electric: 60,000 market shoppers shop and chat with farmers; students of all ages tour the market and learn about seasonality; visitors watch and taste cooking demonstrations by some of New York's hottest local chefs. 

Farmers

MARKET ATTENDANCE: Daily Farmer listing (text file) or Monthly PDF maps

Maps showing where to find the Farmers, Fishers and Producers at Union Square.

Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Index of all producers

Weekly Events & Activities

We maintain a busy schedule of weekly events and activities.  Information can be found at the Market Information Tent (look for the GrowNYC logo).

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 
Cooking demonstrations highlighting what's in season at the market take place at the market info tent.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Food scrap collection for composting by LES Ecology Center 
NE corner of Union Square, Park Ave & 17th Street 

Monday

-GrowNYC's Textile Recycling collects unwanted clothing and textiles and arranges for them to be recycled on MONDAYS & SATURDAYS ONLY, 8am-4pm.

-Greenmarket Education Station hosts school tours, cooking demonstrations, interactive displays, tastings, and peer-to-peer programming.

Wednesday

-Greenmarket Education Station hosts school tours, cooking demonstrations, interactive displays, tastings, and peer-to-peer programming.

Friday

-Greenmarket Education Station hosts school tours, cooking demonstrations, interactive displays, tastings, and peer-to-peer programming.

Saturday

-GrowNYC's Textile Recycling collects unwanted clothing and textiles and arranges for them to be recycled on MONDAYS & SATURDAYS ONLY, 8am-4pm.

Upcoming Market Events

 

April 1 - 6
Farmer Appreciation Week
Farmers make our lives healthier, happier and more flavorful. Stop by the market info tent for suggestions on simple ways you can show your appreciation to the growers who work hard to feed our community.
 
Friday, April 5, 12 p.m.
Cooking Demo: Whole Grain Pancakes
Using flour from Lucky Dog Organics, with Deep Mountain Maple syrup and Central Valley Farm's eggs, yogurt & butter. Stop by the market info tent to taste samples and pick up a recipe!
 
Saturday, April 13, 11 a.m.
The Chicken (or Pheasant or Turkey or Duck) or the Egg?
Stop by the market info tent to compare the variety of pasture-raised eggs available from Quattro's Game Farm and Violet Hill Farm.
 
Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Food Book Fair presents "I Love New York"
William Guidara and Daniel Humm of Eleven Madison Park will sign copies of their newest cookbook, I Heart NY,  "an in-depth look at the region's centuries-old farming traditions along with nearly 150 recipes that highlight its outstanding ingredients."
 
Saturday, April 27
Greenmarket's Spring Rampage!
Ramps signify the start of the spring harvest for many New Yorkers, and we'll have events and activities throughout the day to kick off the season. A full day of ramp-related activities will ensue at the market information tents:
 
10 a.m.  How to Pickle Ramps with Beth Linskey of Beth's Farm Kitchen (17th St. market info tent) 
11 a.m. The Natural Gourmet Institute returns to Union Square with a healthy & elegant recipe featuring ramps (at the 15th St. market info tent)