Accepting 2026 Vendor Applications NOW

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2026 Market Dates: May 28 - Oct 29, 4-8 PM

WELCOME, ELI KLARMAN — OCFM’s NEW Market Manager

Eli brings a strong mix of entrepreneurship, community building, and hands-on leadership to the Occidental Community Farmers’ Market. As the founder of New Orleans Boulder Lounge, he built a thriving, community-centered business, leading everything from fundraising to daily operations.

With additional experience in education, outdoor programming, and large-scale food and event operations, Eli is known for creating inclusive, people-first spaces. His background with farmers’ markets and passion for local connection make him a natural fit to help lead the market forward.

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Visit the most magical Farmers Market in the heart of a historical hamlet, Downtown Occidental. Bite into mouthwatering fresh fruit, cool down with alkalizing microgreens, meet gourmet mushrooms growers, and dream recipes into reality using local produce.

Live music every Thursday from 5 - 7 pm from talented local musicians.

Assistant Market Manager Position - Job Description
Assistant Market Manager (Market Day Role)

We’re looking for a reliable, hands-on human to help run the market on Thursdays—someone who shows up early, keeps things moving, and helps create that welcoming, slightly wild West County vibe people love.

Submit your Resume + Cover Letter to occidentcommunityfarmersmkt@gmail.com

Volunteers are a vital part of making the market a welcoming space for farmers, artists, and our community. Please sign up to volunteer with us today!

Many Thanks to Our 2025 Farmers’ Market Community Partners!

The market wouldn’t be the same without the support of these organizations and businesses. Follow the link in their logos to find out more about what they do!

We are currently seeking sponsors for the 2026 market season.

Ways to Participate

Vendors

Click here to find out who’s going to be at market this week. We are fortunate to have such an amazing line up of local farmers and producers!

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Shop Local

It all begins with you, each community member supporting the farmers, ranchers, artists, crafters, makers, chefs, bakers, artists, and musicians.

Volunteer

We are seeking community members who are able to volunteer their time to join us in bringing the market to fruition this season.

Partnerships

This year, we are offering opportunities to support the market through sponsorships.

 

Bellies and baskets full of nutritious, delicious goods… feet and voices happily exhausted from dancing and chatting with friends… kids sticky with bee pollen and mushroom jerky. A joyful exuberance of the seasonal rhythms of the Occidental community - celebrating and relishing in the abundant offerings of the cycles.