Thursday Marin Farmers Market
Open year-round, rain or shine!
Also known as the “Chef’s Market,” the Thursday Marin Farmers Market is frequented by local restaurateurs and food producers looking to source their ingredients. But you don’t have to be a professional to enjoy its most popular goods: from hyper-local meats to specialty pastries and breads, this laid-back market is perfect for picking up groceries and grabbing a delicious lunch.
Situated next to the lagoon at the Marin Civic Center, the market is easily accessible by car (off the 101) or train (at the Marin Civic Center SMART station). There are ample biking and walking trails, plus plenty of space for picnicking—all with a scenic view of Mount Tamalpais.
Thursday Marin is AIM’s first farmers market, launched in 1983, has been a community favorite for over 40 years!
Get Ready to Visit the Market
What You’ll Find
85+ market participants
Hyperlocal meats, specialty pastries and breads
Local chefs shop this market for seasonal ingredients
Enjoy a variety of community-centered activities including the mobile library, children’s puppet shows and the Extra Food program.
What to Know
AIM’s Certified Farmers Markets accept CalFresh EBT/SNAP, Market Match and WIC.
Many of our vendors accept credit cards, and we also have an on-site ATM.
Shoppers can leave bulk purchases at the AIM booth and pick them up when finished with shopping.
No Pets Policy: as much as we love your furry friends, we ask that you please keep them at home.
Market Fun Facts
Many participants who started at the Thursday Marin Market have gone on to open their own restaurants or expand into local grocery stores.
Over 40 top chefs from around the Bay Area, including nearly a dozen with Michelin recognition, shop at the Thursday Marin Market weekly.
Our furthest farm participant drives over 205 miles each way to be a part of the market.
AIM Farmers Markets provide a weekly marketplace for over 410+ small to midsize farmers, ranchers, fishers, food makers, and artisans from Bay Area food shed and beyond.
Reusable Foodware Pilot at Thursday Marin Farmers Market
AIM, Zero Waste Marin, and Sparkl Reusables are teaming up to pilot reusable foodware at the Thursday Marin Farmers Market. This pilot program aligns with the Marin County Reusable Foodware Ordinance and represents a significant step toward reducing single-use foodware waste. The program will reduce waste by replacing non-recyclable and non-compostable single-use items, such as paper coffee cups, with sustainable reusable alternatives.
You can participate by taking these simple steps:
Request reusable items – Order your food or beverage in a Sparkl Reusable container from participating vendors.
Return used items – Drop off the containers at designated collection stations throughout the market.
Participating food and beverage businesses in the pilot include: Kinoko, Rozmary Kitchen, Porchetta Toscana/Pibil, Mr. Dim Sum, Wanna’s Kitchen, La Esperanza Pupuseria, Zolo Coffee, & Myriad Coffee Roasters.
Join our Farmers Market Community
Are you a local farmer, specialty food producer, or artisan interested in becoming a regular part of our farmers markets? Share your unique offerings with our vibrant community of shoppers and connect with others who are passionate about local goods. Please apply below and we’ll get back to you soon.
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