The best farmers markets to visit this summer

• Plus: Many offer live entertainment, food trucks and other items made by local artisans.

What we're watching: One of Columbus' most prominent markets, typically outside the Downtown North Market, remains temporarily closed this year due to ongoing construction on the Merchant Building.

• A new outdoor plaza for markets is part of the project, slated to open in 2026.

Yes, but: In the meantime, use the downtime to check out a new location on this list from Experience Columbus.

Some local favorites:

🏙️ Pearl Market

• 11am-2pm Tuesdays, Gay and Pearl streets. Through Oct. 8.
• Same time Thursdays at the Columbus Commons, alongside the Food Truck Food Court. Through Oct. 10.
• Perfect for a downtown lunch hour!

🌱 Franklin Park Conservatory

• 3:30-6:30pm Wednesdays, Wells Barn parking lot, 1777 E. Broad St., through Sept. 11.
• Kids can earn "veggie bucks" to spend at the market through a Veggie Champs program that encourages them to try new foods.

🏆 Worthington

• 8am-noon Saturdays, Old Worthington, May-October.

• The massive year-round market was voted the nation's best in USA Today's 10Best contest.
• It's inside 7277 N. High St. during colder months.

🧑‍🌾 Clintonville

• 9am-noon Saturdays, 3535 N. High St. Through Nov. 23.
• A popular option with over 50 producers, live entertainment and rotating food trucks.

🚚 Bonus idea: If you can't make it, order a delivery from Local Matters' Veggie Van, which ships affordable fruits, vegetables, pantry staples and meal kits for free if you spend $10.