Farmers Markets Near Me

May · Alaska

What's in season at Alaska farmers markets in May

Outdoor markets reopen late month. Foraged items dominate. Backed by USDA data on 48 Alaska markets and the typical growing patterns for upper north & alaska.

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Alaska signature this month

Wild salmon (king, sockeye, silver)

Direct from fishing boats at coastal markets.

Peak this May

These are at their absolute best right now — buy them in volume, eat them all week.

Wild salmon (king, sockeye, silver) asparagus rhubarb ramps morels fiddleheads

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

spring greens radishes spring onions first hoop-house tomatoes

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

ramps

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April in Alaska

Was peak: maple syrup, spring greens (hoop houses)

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June in Alaska

Coming into peak: strawberries (late month), asparagus, rhubarb, snap peas…

Where to shop in Alaska

Top Alaska farmers markets

Alaska Pacific University Farmers' Market

Anchorage · 99508
5.0 (1)

Kenney Lake Farmers Market

Palmer · 99645
5.0 (2)

Salt & Soil Marketplace

Juneau · 99801
5.0 (2)

The Farmers Market at Alaska Pacific University

Anchorage · 99508
5.0 (1)

The Salt & Soil Marketplace

Juneau · 99801
5.0 (2)

The Outdoor Market

Salcha · 99714
4.9 (24)

Sitka Farmers Market

Sitka · 99835
4.9 (8)
SNAP / EBT Organic WIC

Depot Farm Market

Palmer · 99645
4.8 (170)
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Seasonal data is generalized to upper north & alaska. Local microclimates, hoop houses, and specific orchard varieties can shift these by 2-4 weeks. Always confirm with the specific market or vendor — and ask the farmer what just came in. Source: USDA cooperative extension calendars synthesized into 6 US climate zones.