About the Market
The Overland Park Farmers’ Market has brought farm-fresh food to Downtown Overland Park for more than 30 years. It’s been named the “Best Farmers’ Market in Kansas” by Cooking Light® magazine and Tripping.com. Patrons can interact with local farmers, listen to live music, and enjoy the surrounding shops and restaurants of Downtown Overland Park.
Location:
7950 Marty St.
Overland Park, KS 66204
(Near 80th and Metcalf)
Hours:
Saturday mornings
April - September
7:30 am to 1 pm
October - November
8 am to 12 pm
Wednesday mornings
June - September
7:30 am to 1 pm
More things to know:
No pets allowed, except service animals
Payment options include:
- Cash (accepted by all vendors)
- Credit/debit cards
- Debit card tokens
- EBT/SNAP Program
- Senior Vouchers Program
For every dollar spent, customers earn an extra dollar to spend on fresh fruits and vegetables, up to $25 (Double Up Food Bucks Kansas City).
Vendors
Vendors rotate weekly and seasonally. Depending on the season, you’ll find different vendors selling different items. See a current list of available vendors here.
Look for the Label
All vendors are required to label themselves according to the following guidelines:
USDA-Certified Organically Grown:
Grown by a USDA-Certified Organic farm.
Homegrown:
Planted, raised and harvested by the farm vendor on their farm or property.
Locally Purchased:
Purchased by the farm vendor directly from a farmer who has planted, raised and harvested the produce within a 150-mile radius of the Kansas City metro area.
Regionally Purchased:
Purchased by the farm vendor directly from a farmer or auction house within a 250-mile radius of the Kansas City metro area.
Warehouse:
Purchased by the farm vendor from a wholesale supplier and/or the produce is outside a 250-mile radius of the Kansas City metro area.
Not just fruits and veggies
See what else the market has to offer:
Spring:
- Asparagus
- Arugula
- Beets
- Broccoli
Carrots support healthy skin and boost the immune system.
- Carrots
- Collards
- Green onion
- Kale
- Lettuce
- Mushrooms
- Mustard Green
- Peas
- Radishes
- Rhubarb
- Spinach
- Sprouts
- Strawberries
- Turnips
Mid-Summer:
- Apples
- Apricots
- Beets
- Blackberries
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Chard
- Corn
- Green beans
- Green onions
Apples contain malic acid, which helps dissolve stains on teeth.
- Kale
- Lima beans
- Mushrooms
- Okra
- Peas
- Peppers
- Potatoes
- Radishes
- Strawberries
Late Summer:
- Apples
- Basil
- Beets
- Blackberries
- Broccoli
- Cantaloupe
- Cucumbers
You can use cucumber slices to remove streaks on faucets.
- Eggplant
- Green beans
- Melons
Almost all parts of melon are used in traditional Chinese medicine.
- Peaches
- Plums
- Potatoes
- Radishes
- Summer squash
- Tomatoes
- Strawberries
- Sweet corn
- Swiss chard
- Zucchini
Fall:
- Apples
- Basil
- Beets
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Cucumbers
- Eggplant
- Green beans
- Melons
- Pears
- Peppers
- Pumpkins
- Radishes
- Spinach
- Squash
- Sweet corn
- Sweet potatoes
- Turnips
- Winter squash
Tips
- Arrive before 10 am Vendors with popular food products, like eggs and meat, sell out quickly.
- Bring cash. Not all vendors can accept cards.
- Bring a shopping bag or two.
- Bring a cooler to store items if you plan on hanging out for a while.
- Coffee and pastries are available for purchase on-site.
- The Clock Tower Plaza includes a splash pad for kids. Bring a swimsuit or change of clothes for the little ones.
How long will it last in my fridge?
Unlike conventional produce, organic produce isn’t treated with harsh chemicals or preservatives, making it a healthier option for a clean-eating lifestyle. However, because organic produce isn’t treated, it will spoil faster than conventional produce. The good news is that by purchasing your produce at the Overland Park Farmers’ Market, you’re able to get the freshest produce possible. Check out this page to see how long your favorite fruits and veggies will last.
- Peppers storing tip: In the freezer, sliced peppers will maintain quality up to 12 months
- Kale storing tip: Don't wash or cut kale until you're ready to use it
Storage Tips (organic & no preservatives):
- You could steam your veggies within the first three days to kill bacteria, allowing you to store them slightly longer.
- Store squash and root veggies in a cool, dry place (but not the refrigerator).
- Store berries in a single layer wrapped in a paper towel to make them last longer.
- Store leafy greens in damp paper towels and allow them to breathe. Don’t crush under other produce.
- Keep these at room temp in a basket or woven container so air can circulate: apples, citrus fruit, potatoes, onions, avocados, tomatoes.
- When in doubt, ask! The best benefit in buying local is that you get to interact with the farmers and growers, who are experts on how to store their items.
- For meats, freeze when you get home and thaw in the fridge 1 day prior to cooking.
Clean Eating Basics:
- Farm fresh eggs
- Grass-fed meats
- Salad greens
- Organic fruit
