The Issaquah Farmers Market is open for the 2024 season.
The market runs 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May through September at 1730 10th Ave. NW.
Parking is available behind the Pickering Barn. This is the only approved parking location and the main entry point into the market.
(Photos by Cameron Sires/Sound Publishing)
Ola Mae’s Southern Barbecue, a regional catering company, offered a selection of barbecue accompanied by macaroni and cornbread sides. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)
Stands with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Market Match sign allows people to increase the purchasing power of SNAP when purchasing fruits and vegetables at the Issaquah Farmers Market. The program will provide $1 for every SNAP $1 spent on fruit and vegetables — up to $25 per day per customer. SNAP-eligible items include fresh fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, fresh herbs and edible plant starts. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)
Mount Si Fungi & Kitchen offered a selection of fresh Shiitake, Blue Oyster, Black Oyster, Cinnamon Cap and Lion’s Mane mushrooms. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)
Forest Fairy Bakery, based in Issaquah, sells a selection of sweet to savory bakery goods. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)
The farmers market offered a few stands with fresh veggies and fruits. Farmers market coordinator Kelli Diann Billips said as the farmers market moves into summer, more vendors will arrive, and the selection of vegetables and fruits will grow. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)
The French Guys, a bakery and coffee shop based in Seattle, sold fresh breads and pastries. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)
Little Prague Bakery & Deli, a European-style shop based in Seattle, sold a variety of baked sweets. The vendor warned to come early for the best selection. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)
Bees and the Burbs, based in Maple Valley, sells a variety of honey and beeswax bars and candles. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)
In the information booth at the front of the farmers market, people can redeem SNAP and EBT benefits for Market Bucks. All vendors accepting Market Bucks will have a sign that says, “Issaquah Market Bucks accepted here”. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)
Cascade Valley Farm, based in Redmond, offers fresh salsa, hummus, pita bread and tortilla chips. The vendor also sells pickled items, including spicy onions, spicy garlic, spicy and non-spicy dill pickles, jalapeños and carrots. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)
Alongside Zylberschtein’s baked goods, vendors offered various prepared meals, including Indian, Mexican, Italian and Chinese food, as well as seafood waffles, crepes, and other street food.
The farmers market offers a wash-off station for fruits and veggies, allowing people to eat on the go. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)