Hilo Farmers Market
Hilo Farmers Market
4.5
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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MARKET HOURS: Big Market Days * RECOMMENDED DAY TO VISIT AND SHOP WEDNESDAY and SATURDAY 6:00 am - 4:00 pm. Over 200 Vendors of Local Farmers, Retailers, Food Trucks, Restaurants, Artisans and Crafters. Small Market Days Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Friday and Sunday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. 20 to 30 Vendors. Local Farmers, Retailers, Food Trucks, Restaurants, Artisans and Crafters. *The Hilo Farmers Market is a Must-See Experience on the Big Island. A Local Favorite Food Hub, Selling Tropical Flowers, Orchids and Plants. Specialty Hawaiian Items from Honey Producers, Coffee Growers, and other Food Product Developers. Local Favorite Dishes such as Poke Bowls, Ice Shave, Loco Mocos and More! The Islands Largest Weekly Collection of Artisans, Crafters and Retailers in a Festive Outdoor Atmosphere that Recalls Back to the "Plantation" Days of Early Hilo. Located at the Corner of Mamo Street and Kamehameha Avenue in Historic Downtown Hilo. Open All Year Round. From Dawn til It's Gone!
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Chocolvr
Townville, PA71 contributions
Mar. 2023 • Family
Don't miss the Farmer's Market in Hilo! Many handmade crafts, paintings, photographs for sale under the tents; cross the side street to find an impressive
selection of fresh fruits, veggies, coffee, honey, etc. Lots of little shops and good lunches within easy walking distance.
selection of fresh fruits, veggies, coffee, honey, etc. Lots of little shops and good lunches within easy walking distance.
Written March 23, 2023
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aoshell
Cornelius, NC74 contributions
Mar. 2023 • Couples
Went on a Wednesday when the “big“ market day was supposed to take place. They had a lot of fruits and there was a guy with honey. The mangoes were not local, so they do fruits that are imported there. There was another section with some touristy items such as Hawaiian shirts and necklaces. Nothing local, homemade coffee or macadamia nuts or anything that we were looking for. I will definitely not be back.
Written March 9, 2023
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Thanks for sharing your experience! During the slower season, some vendors provide imported produce to offer a better selection. As we come to the Spring, there will be a much more extensive selection of produce and local goods. We're sorry you didn't find what you were looking for during your visit and we wish you all the best.
Written March 20, 2023
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Randy M
Acme, PA161 contributions
Feb. 2023
Easy to find in downtown Hilo, with a public parking lot across the street. One section is devoted to local growers and their produce, and you will not find fresher pineapple, mangoes, papaya, and guava anywhere else in the US. Literally. On Big Market days (Wednesdays and Saturdays) there is a second marketplace adjacent to the farmer's market filled with local craftspeople. Lots of artwork, jewelry, and clothing. A fun place to spend a morning.
Written February 26, 2023
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Aloha! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! It's wonderful to know you appreciated our market during your visit. Your feedback is sincerely appreciated and we hope you'll return again in the future! Mahalo!
Written March 15, 2023
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Explorer17071026363
7 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Couples
Pretty basic. I assumed this would be a pretty big farmers market but was actually quite small. Maybe the size of a city lot. Food looks fresh. Good if your looking for fresh food
Written February 21, 2023
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Aloha!
We're glad you visited our market and we are sorry you found it underwhelming. Wednesdays & Saturdays are our Big Market days which have more vendors, and the season does have something to do with it. We hope you come by in the spring & summer, we're confident you'll have a different experience!
Written February 21, 2023
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Laurie O
5 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Couples
This was a pretty typical market. There are numerous jewelery booths, photography, and t shirts. Across the street were produce stands. It is okay to visit if you are on the Hilo side but I wouldn't drive from Kona just for this.
Written February 15, 2023
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Thanks for making the trip to visit our market! We are sorry you didn't find it worth the drive but encourage you to visit on either a Wed or Sat, those are our Big Market Days! You'll also find more vendors during the spring and summer months. Mahalo for taking the time to share your experience!
Written February 21, 2023
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Gregory M
Williamsburg, VA3 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Solo
This is a daily of that way you can come together with the locals who are selling farm, fresh local produce, and other items for other locals and visitors alike
Written February 13, 2023
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Aloha! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at the market! Thanks for shopping locally, I hope we see you again soon!
Written February 15, 2023
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Cantergrovegal
Kennewick, WA70 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Couples
We actually went twice (Wed/Sat). And as good as it was Wednesday, it was even better Saturday! So much produce. We picked up some wonderful rubs and BBQ sauce from Bri’s Big Island BBQ on Wednesday so suggested it to our friends (who flew from Oahu to visit with us while we were here on vacation). They took some back with them, too.
Written February 13, 2023
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Aloha! We are so glad you were able to visit multiple times and that you had great experiences. We hope you make some great meals with your sauce & rubs and remember your time with us at the market. Mahalo!
Written February 15, 2023
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BoulderNut
Sonoma, CA1,018 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Couples
Just as expected on a visit to Hilo. Plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and lots of people. Prices OK. Great tourist attraction
Written January 21, 2023
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Aloha! We are so glad you were able to visit the market and we appreciate your review! We hope to see you back again soon. Mahalo!
Written February 15, 2023
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Steve R
Monticello, IL144 contributions
Jan. 2023
Great variety of fresh tropical fruit, we had to stop here our first day on the island, everything was of pricey but the fruit was awesome, we bought lots of wonderful fruit for our stay on the island.
Written January 9, 2023
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Aloha Steve! Mahalo for sharing your experience! We are so glad you stopped at the market during your stay and I hope we see you next time you are on the island. All the best!
Written January 10, 2023
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PhyllisFP
Baltimore, MD208 contributions
Dec. 2022
There's a lot of fresh fruit that you can't get on the mainland (or at least the quality isn't good) and I'd recommend bringing/buying a knife or something to cut it with. We had the coconut juice and I bought a starfruit. I'd also recommend the butter mochi, which they had at a couple of stands.
Written January 2, 2023
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Aloha! Mahalo for taking the time to share your experience. We are so glad you enjoyed your time at the market and hope to see you back again soon. Hau'oli Makahiki Hou!
Written January 4, 2023
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Michelle
Donald, OR2 contributions
Will it be open as usual Saturday, December 24th (Christmas Eve)
Louise Masin Sattler
Los Angeles, CA1,037 contributions
They have a website with their official name: Hilo Farmers Market and an email that is info at their official name.
What's the distance from Target to the Hilo Farmers Market?
Mike F
Antigo, WI146 contributions
Probably about a 10 minute drive. Could be quicker depending on traffic. About 3 miles.
What is the distance to the Hilo Farmers market from the cruise port? What would you recommend for transportation to and from the port to this?
stmedic911
Captain Cook, HI90 contributions
It's only a couple of miles. There is an outfit called...happa on..happa off.. that you can catch into town.. good way to get around to the sights and shopping.
lawyeratleisure
Huntington, NY33 contributions
Is the market indoors or at least covered? I’d it a good place to visit on a rainy day?
Travlr3
Hawaii1 contribution
The Hilo Farmers Market is covered with tarps and the indoor food court is inside a building. Thank you for your question and hope to see you there soon.
Travelinglins
11 contributions
What is the average cost of lychees at the Hilo Farmers Market?
Martin D
Laupahoehoe, Hawaii93 contributions
The season is over now. They are usually around $3.00 per pound.
Neil H
Washington DC, DC51 contributions
open on sunday
indysag
Indianapolis, IN76 contributions
Yes it is open on Sunday. We went to the Hilo Market on a Saturday and it was ok. But on Sunday we went to the Maku'u Farmers Market near Pahoa and it was much better than Hilo. There were more vendors and prices were lower to. It is about 30 minutes east of Hilo. We actually went there by accident and didn't plan on it as we were heading to the Tide Pools to go snorkeling. (worth it) The selection of merchandise was so much better and it wasn't nearly as congested at Hilo and much much cleaner and better organized. Hilo's Market smelled funny, and dirty. They also had things there that Hilo didn't have like fresh fish caught that am. So if you don't mind traveling 30 minutes from Hilo I would so go there rather than to Hilo hands down. On a side note they have a cove called the champagne pond 5 miles away that is heated geothermal from volcano and very cool to swim in and snorkel lots of fish and of course as I mentioned before the tide pools right down the road from champagne pond (5 min) Hope this helps
HILO FARMERS MARKET - 2023 What to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Hilo Farmers Market
- Hilo Farmers Market is open:
- Sun - Tue 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Wed - Wed 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Thu - Thu 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Sat - Sat 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- We recommend booking Hilo Farmers Market tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 7 Hilo Farmers Market tours on Tripadvisor
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