SHOP LOCAL AT BIG ISLAND
FARMERS MARKETS
Find fresh produce and local goods of Hawaii
The Big Island has many great Farmers Markets featuring local farmers and artisans. These Markets are great places to get fresh food for your stay. Additionally, you can get souvenirs and gifts for your friends and family back home.
We have listed some of the Big Island’s Farmers Markets below and marked them on the map above (in Kona, Kohala, and Hilo). Click on the name of the Farmers Market to go to their website for more information about their vendors. We have listed the days of the week and times that the Farmers Markets are open, but make sure to check their website before you go, in case there are any changes.
Kailua-Kona Farmers Markets
Every Wednesday through Sunday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm @ the intersection of Ali’i Drive & Hualalai Road
Also known as the Kailua Village Market, this is the biggest farmers market in Kona. Huge selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, coffee, and snacks. Lots of crafts, jewellery, and souvenirs for sale.
Saturdays 8:00 am – 12:00 pm @ The Keauhou Shopping Center
This market specializes in locally-grown food and plants. While there are no crafts at this market, you can get flowers here. It features Kona County farmers – including vendors of 100% Kona coffee and macadamia nuts.
Ho’olu Community Farmers and Artisans Market:
Wednesdays & Fridays 9:00 am – 2:00 pm @ The Front Lawn of the Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa
This community-focused market has lots of great food from Big Island Farmers and a huge variety of artists and artisans. You will be sure to find some unique artwork, as well as delicious food at this weekday market.
Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday Friday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Saturday & Sundays 10:00 am – 4:00 pm @ 84-4770 Mamalahoa Hwy between mile markers 103 and 104
This is more of a farm stand than a farmers market. Open every day, it’s a great place to pick up fresh mangoes, avocados, and pineapples. Additionally, they have smoothies, juices, baked goods, handmade soaps, and coffee for sale.
Sundays 9:00 am – 2:00 pm @ Amy Greenwell Botanical Gardens, (82-6160 Mamalahoa Highway at mile marker 110)
The South Kona Green Market is focused on sustainably produced Big Island food and crafts. This market features fresh delicious food, live music, and hand-crafted items in the beautiful setting of a botanical garden. Bring a shopping bag!
Kohala Farmers Markets
Tuesdays 9:00 am – 2:30 pm @ The Kings’ Shops, Waikoloa Beach
Features locally-grown fruits, vegetables, and macadamia nuts, as well as baked goods, coffee, honey, and preserves. Very close to Mauna Lani.
Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm @ Queen’s Market Place, Waikoloa Beach
Experience a celebration of local food, culture, and community to connect, taste and celebrate Hawaii’s rich culinary cuisine. Don’t forget to enjoy live music and cooking demonstrations as you explore the market!
Saturdays 8:00 am – 12:00 pm @ Kohala Village Inn
This market has a great atmosphere! Local farmers with fresh fruit and vegetables, eggs, honey, and preserves. Jewelry, clothing, and more from local artists. Enjoy a warm meal or snack while listening to live music.
Waimea Farmers Markets
Saturdays 7:30 am – 12:00 pm @ Parker School Grounds, Lindsey Road in Waimea
This is the largest market in Waimea and has an incredible variety of vendors and good sell fresh fruits, local cuisine, juices, locally-raised meat, coffee, and other artisan crafts. Funds raised from vendor fees go to support Parker School’s educational programs.
Kuhio Hale (Waimea Nui) Farmers Market:
Saturdays 7:30 am – 12:30 pm @ 64-752 Mamalahoa Hwy
This Waimea Market offers a local and community driven market. Don’t let its small size fool you, it has some of the best Hawaiian BBQ the island has to offer!
Saturdays 7:30 am – 1:00 pm @ Historic Pukalini Stables 67-139 Pukalani Road
The Paniolo Heritage Center at Pukalani Stables hosts a Farmers Markets every weekend featuring local Big Island produce and handcrafted goods. The market is a great time to learn about paniolos (Hawaiian Cowboys) as the Paniolo Heritage Museum is open for free to market visitors.
Hilo Farmers Markets
Every Day 7:00 am – 3:00 pm @ Historic Downtown Hilo, Corner of Kamehameha Ave & Mamo St
The Hilo Farmers Market is the largest and most popular market on the big island. When exploring the east side of the island, this is a must see destination.
We recommend contacting organisations directly to get the most up to date information about their operations.
