West 79th Street Greenmarket is a vibrant, year-round farmers market that brings the best of regional agriculture to the heart of New York City. Open every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., this bustling market offers an impressive array of fresh produce, artisanal foods, and community spirit, rain or shine.
Just a stone’s throw from the iconic American Museum of Natural History, the West 79th Street Greenmarket transforms Columbus Avenue, stretching from 77th to 81st Streets, into a lively hub of local flavors. Wander down the tree-lined avenue and discover a diverse selection of vendors offering everything from grass-fed beef and the freshest catches of New York fish to poultry, goat cheese, vibrant flowers, farm-fresh eggs, and sweet honey. The air is filled with the aroma of freshly baked goods and the colorful displays of seasonal fruits and vegetables.
West 79th Street Greenmarket flyer in English, promoting year-round market at Columbus Ave, Sundays 9am-4pm, with GrowNYC and SNAP/EBT & Health Bucks accepted logos
Throughout the seasons, the West 79th Street Greenmarket reflects the agricultural bounty of the region. Spring brings foraged greens like ramps, while summer bursts with corn and a variety of berries. As the weather cools, the market transitions to a rich selection of proteins, preserves, and storage crops, ensuring the neighborhood is well-supplied throughout the winter months until the cycle of summer’s abundance returns. This commitment to year-round operation makes the West 79th Street Greenmarket a consistent and reliable source for fresh, local food.
Beyond the exceptional produce, the West 79th Street Greenmarket is committed to sustainability and community engagement. Shoppers can participate in the market’s Compost Program and Clothing Collection initiatives, contributing to a greener New York City. Please note that the GrowNYC’s Compost Program has officially ended at this location. Visit nyc.gov/compost for alternative composting options. However, the Clothing Collection continues to operate from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., providing a convenient way to recycle textiles.
The market also strives to be accessible to everyone in the community. The West 79th Street Greenmarket accepts a wide range of payment options, including cash, SNAP/EBT, Debit/Credit cards, Healthfirst OTC Plus member benefits (on select plans), WIC & Senior FMNP coupons, FreshConnect coupons, and Greenmarket Bucks. Furthermore, for those using SNAP/EBT/P-EBT, spending $2 can earn a bonus of $2 in Health Bucks, up to $10 per day, making fresh, healthy food more affordable.
To enhance your market experience, visit the market information tent for a schedule of cooking demonstrations, seasonal celebrations, and family-friendly activities. The West 79th Street Greenmarket is more than just a place to shop; it’s a community gathering space that celebrates local agriculture and healthy living right here on West 79th Street.
Vendors You Might Find:
- American Pride Seafood: Offering wild-caught fish and shellfish from Suffolk County, NY.
- Ardith Mae Farm: Providing Certified Animal Welfare Approved goat’s milk cheeses, soaps, and pestos from Columbia County, NY.
- Berkshire Berries: Featuring honey, preserves, and maple syrup from Berkshire County, MA.
- Breezy Hill Orchard and Knoll Krest Farm: Supplying orchard and small fruit, cider, baked goods, eggs, pasta, and soups from Dutchess County, NY.
- Dipaola Turkeys: Specializing in turkey and turkey products from Mercer County, NJ.
- Divine Brine: Offering pickled products and chutneys from Suffolk County, NY.
- Down Home Acres: Bringing vegetables, berries, and some orchard fruit from Delaware County, NY.
- Francesca’s Bakery: Presenting breads and baked goods from Passaic County, NJ.
- Gaia`s Breath Farm: Featuring pork, veal, charcuterie, and Certified Organic Vegetables from Herkimer County, NY.
- Gajeski Produce: Supplying vegetables, small and field fruit from Suffolk County, NY.
- Hudson Valley Duck Farm: Offering heritage breed ducks and duck products from Sullivan County, NY.
- Hudson Valley Fish Farm: Providing farm-raised steelhead trout from Columbia County, NY.
- John D Madura Farm: Bringing vegetables, eggs, and mushrooms from Orange County, NY.
- Kimchee Harvest: Featuring farmstead kimchee and Vegetables from Delaware County, NY.
- Knead Love Bakery: Presenting baked goods from Queens County, NY.
- Lost Bread Co: Offering baked goods from Philadelphia County, PA.
- My Shrooms: Specializing in cultivated mushrooms from Queens County, NY.
- Ox Hollow Farm: Supplying beef, pork, chicken, eggs, and seasonal vegetables from Litchfield County, CT.
- Riverine Ranch: Featuring water buffalo meat, beef, and dairy from Warren County, NJ.
- Roaming Acres: Offering ostrich & emu eggs, ostrich meat, bison, and certified Berkshire pork from Sussex County, NJ.
- Ronnybrook Farm Dairy: Providing milk, yogurt, butter, and ice cream from Columbia County, NY.
- She Wolf Bakery: Presenting breads from Kings County, NY.
- Tenfold Farm: Supplying chicken and pork from Delaware County, NY.
- Terhune Orchards: Featuring orchard & small fruit and baked goods from Dutchess County, NY.
- Valley Shepherd: Offering sheep, goat, and cow’s milk cheeses, and sheeps milk yogurt from Morris County, NJ.
- Walnut Hill Farm: Specializing in heritage pork charcuterie from Rutland County, VT.
- Wood Homestead: Bringing maple syrup, honey, and vegetables from Schoharie County, NY.
- Wood Thrush Farm: Supplying vegetables and eggs from Orange & Ulster County, NY.
- Yellow Bell Farm: Providing chicken and eggs from Dutchess County, NY.
Come experience the freshness and community at the West 79th Street Greenmarket this Sunday!
