Farmers Markets Near Me

October · New York

What's in season at New York farmers markets in October

Fall harvest peak. Apple cider donuts season. Backed by USDA data on 377 New York markets and the typical growing patterns for midwest & northeast.

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New York signature this month

Apples (Hudson Valley + Finger Lakes)

NY is the #2 apple state. Heirloom varieties (Newtown Pippin, Esopus Spitzenburg) trace back to Hudson Valley orchards from 1700s.

Concord grapes (Finger Lakes)

Native American grape that defined the Welch's flavor profile.

Peak this October

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

Apples (Hudson Valley + Finger Lakes) Concord grapes (Finger Lakes) pumpkins winter squash cider pears brussels sprouts cranberries (WI/MA)

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

sweet potatoes cabbage leeks kale broccoli late tomatoes concord grapes

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

tomatoes peppers eggplant sweet corn

← Last month

September in New York

Was peak: apples, tomatoes, pears, peppers…

Next month →

November in New York

Coming into peak: apples, winter squash, sweet potatoes, leeks…

Where to shop in New York

Top New York farmers markets

Amenia Farmers Market

Amenia · 12501
5.0 (3)

Carmel Farmers' Market at Lake Mahopac

Mahopac · 10541
5.0 (4)

Chatham Farmers Market

Chatham · 12037
5.0 (1)

Delaware Area Neighborhood Farmers' Market

Albany · 12209
5.0 (1)

Delaware Community Farmers Market

Albany · 12209
5.0 (1)

Eastside Market

Elmira · 14901
5.0 (2)

Elmira Eastside Farmers Market

Elmira · 14901
5.0 (2)

Greenport Farmers Market

Greenport · 11944
5.0 (1)
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Seasonal data is generalized to midwest & northeast. 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.