Farmers Markets Near Me

August · Delaware

What's in season at Delaware farmers markets in August

Peak season. Tomatoes by the case, peaches by the half-bushel. Backed by USDA data on 24 Delaware markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest.

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Delaware signature this month

Sweet corn (Sussex County)

Delaware sweet corn — picked that morning, sold that afternoon.

Watermelon

Sussex County watermelon — a regional specialty.

Peak this August

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

Sweet corn (Sussex County) Watermelon tomatoes peaches blueberries peppers eggplant cucumbers melons

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

raspberries blackberries plums basil green beans okra (DC/MD/VA) figs

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

cherries apricots

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July in Delaware

Was peak: blueberries, sweet corn, cucumbers, zucchini…

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September in Delaware

Coming into peak: tomatoes, apples, pears, peppers…

Where to shop in Delaware

Top Delaware farmers markets

Bethany Beach Farmers' Market

Bethany Beach · 19930
4.8 (153)

Historic Lewes Farmers Market

Lewes · 36707
4.7 (167)
SNAP / EBT Organic WIC

Historic Lewes Farmers Market

Lewes
4.7 (167)
SNAP / EBT Organic WIC

Historic Lewes Farmers Market

Lewes · 19958
4.7 (167)
SNAP / EBT Organic WIC

New Castle Farmers' Market

New Castle · 19720
4.4 (7,816)

Loockerman Way Farmers' Market

Dover · 19904
4.3 (26)

Capital City Farmers Market

Dover · 19904
4.0 (2)
SNAP / EBT Organic WIC

Delaware Avenue Farmers Market

Wilmington · 19806
2.7 (3)
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Seasonal data is generalized to mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest. 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.