Farmers Markets Near Me

October · Maine

What's in season at Maine farmers markets in October

Final outdoor weeks. Markets close after first hard frost. Backed by USDA data on 44 Maine markets and the typical growing patterns for upper north & alaska.

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Peak this October

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

apples pumpkins winter squash cider brussels sprouts cranberries wild rice

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

sweet potatoes cabbage kale leeks beets parsnips mushrooms

Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

tomatoes peppers eggplant sweet corn

← Last month

September in Maine

Was peak: tomatoes (early), apples, sweet corn, peppers…

Next month →

November in Maine

Coming into peak: storage apples, winter squash, pumpkins, cranberries

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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.