Olympia Farmers Market

by Matthew Alberto
(Sydney, Australia)

Olympia Farmers Market is renowned for showcasing local Washington organic produce, crafts, baked goods, plants, family entertainment and events. The market is open from Thursday to Sunday and it includes both indoor and outdoor vendors. Olympia Farmers Market has a main vendor facility that includes about 200 local produce, arts and crafts, and bakery vendors. Many of the arts and crafts are handmade by local artisans, and the plants offered are locally grown. Also, visitors can eat meals and snacks at a food court that consists of international foods such as Japanese, Mexican, Thai, Italian, German and American food.

Olympia Farmers Market is the second largest farmers market in the Washington state. It particularly supports local sustainable agriculture and healthy food and local goods. Some of the organic produce vendors include Stoney Plains Organic Farm. Another featured vendor is Tierabonita which offers tasty sauces and dips, including its famous garlic sauce and salsa dip. Olympia Farmers Market also sells sweet honey, delicious jams and colorful flowers.