Farmers market have been a staple in the Houston community since the 1940s when the first market opened and began selling fresh produce, spices, herbs and local products, according to the Houston Farmers Market website. Now, the trade has expanded to include outdoor and indoor markets that sell a variety of goods, such as produce, meat, household items, handmade gifts and made-to-order food.

Check out our guide of seven local farmers market to visit in and around Bellaire, Meyerland and West University Place.

Bayou City Community Market

Vendors at the market sell a wide range of products, including meats, produce, raw honey, baked goods, handmade jewelry, body products and pet supplies, among others. The market also hosts events to support the community, such as jacket drives and books swaps.Braeswood Farmers Market

Braeswood Farmers Market vendors sell fresh, locally farmed produce, organic pasture-raised eggs, organically fed poultry, grass-fed wagyu beef and fresh prepared gourmet foods. It also includes on-site food trucks.East End Farmers Market


The East End Farmers Market blends sights, sounds, cuisine and culture to create an experience that is rooted in one of Houston’s most historic communities. Guests can sample fresh garden fruits and vegetables, locally produced farm and dairy products, prepared foods, and unique handcrafted wares. Live music is also available.
The Rice Village Farmers Market offers locally sourced produce and chef-created meals. (Courtesy Rice Village Farmers Market via Facebook)
The Rice Village Farmers Market offers locally sourced produce and chef-created meals. (Courtesy Rice Village Farmers Market via Facebook)
Market Square Park Farmers Market

This new open-air farmers market located in Downtown Houston’s Historic District spotlights local growers and makers and provides access to seasonally fresh and affordable fruits, vegetables, proteins and prepared foods. There is also live music from local performers and other weekly entertainment.Memorial Villages Farmers Market

Highlights of the Memorial Villages Farmers Market include high-quality vendors, live music, food demonstrations and ample parking. It is also pet-friendly and child-friendly with a playground and children’s activities.
All produce at the Urban Harvest Farmers Market comes from within 180 miles of Houston. (Courtesy Urban Harvest Farmers Market)
All produce at the Urban Harvest Farmers Market comes from within 180 miles of Houston. (Courtesy Urban Harvest Farmers Market)
Rice Village Farmers Market

The Rice Village Farmers Market hosts a variety of vendors who sell everything from locally sourced produce and grass-fed meat to neighborhood honey. Shoppers can also find coffee, baked goods, flowers and chef-created meals to enjoy at the market or at home.Urban Harvest Farmers Market


All products at the Urban Harvest Farmers Market come from within 180 miles of Houston. It is one of the longest running market in Houston and is the only one operated by a nonprofit. Officials are celebrating their 20th year of continuous operation in 2024 with around 100 vendors each Saturday.