The Payson Farmers Market is more than a place to shop, it’s a slice of the town’s soul. We dropped by yesterday, the parking lot had transformed into a lively gathering where neighbors catch up, visitors wander, and the smell of fresh baked bread and roasted chilies fills the air.
Booths overflow with local produce, jars of honey, handmade crafts, and the kind of small-batch foods you just can’t find in big stores.
What sets this market apart, though, isn’t only the goods, it’s the atmosphere. In the middle of the market stands an old cowboy with a guitar, singing live as people weave between stalls. His voice carries across the rows, equal parts weathered and warm, like it’s been shaped by years of sun and desert wind. The music doesn’t just fill the space, it stitches it together, turning the market into more than commerce, it becomes a community.
The people are friendly, quick to offer samples, stories, and smiles. It feels less like shopping and more like being welcomed into the rhythm of Payson life. Every table, every note of the cowboy’s song, reminds you that this little mountain town has a big heart.
We couldn't help ourselves, we bought far more stuff than we needed; but not too much for the week ahead!
Grateful Traveler’s Note
Scott Russell
Fun place to visit in summer.
Katie WoodLazenby
I love farmers markets. Wish it was bigger though but it was still good to visit
Roxy Silverwood
Everyone is so friendly, food is awesome, and each booth has so much to offer
chella zepeda
Such great stand with amazing and super friendly people. The food was delicious at the Philly cheese steak spot. I personally love to visit the hoppy goat farm. Got their celery salt, some spring onion an beautiful blue an Italian mushrooms.
Charles Thompson
Very nice folks ,polite & nice
AZ Native 1966
Ehh, unless you plan on getting something from every vendor? You can walk it within 10 minutes if that.
Darlene Stewart
Great venders!!
Ubaya Medawela
It’s a wonderful place to buy natural, genuinely produced products from passionate entrepreneurs. We had the pleasure of purchasing items from Cece’s Remedies, including their herb-infused whipped tallow butter, a favorite for keeping skin moisturized and a soothing lavender lip balm. Both products reflect true quality. We highly recommend visiting their stall at the Payson Farmers Market and seeing the products for yourself you won’t be disappointed!
It was awesome
The Payson Farmers Market is more than a place to shop, it’s a slice of the town’s soul. We dropped by yesterday, the parking lot had transformed into a lively gathering where neighbors catch up, visitors wander, and the smell of fresh baked bread and roasted chilies fills the air.
Booths overflow with local produce, jars of honey, handmade crafts, and the kind of small-batch foods you just can’t find in big stores.
What sets this market apart, though, isn’t only the goods, it’s the atmosphere. In the middle of the market stands an old cowboy with a guitar, singing live as people weave between stalls. His voice carries across the rows, equal parts weathered and warm, like it’s been shaped by years of sun and desert wind. The music doesn’t just fill the space, it stitches it together, turning the market into more than commerce, it becomes a community.
The people are friendly, quick to offer samples, stories, and smiles. It feels less like shopping and more like being welcomed into the rhythm of Payson life. Every table, every note of the cowboy’s song, reminds you that this little mountain town has a big heart.
We couldn't help ourselves, we bought far more stuff than we needed; but not too much for the week ahead!
Grateful Traveler’s Note
Fun place to visit in summer.
I love farmers markets. Wish it was bigger though but it was still good to visit
Everyone is so friendly, food is awesome, and each booth has so much to offer
Such great stand with amazing and super friendly people. The food was delicious at the Philly cheese steak spot. I personally love to visit the hoppy goat farm. Got their celery salt, some spring onion an beautiful blue an Italian mushrooms.
Very nice folks ,polite & nice
Ehh, unless you plan on getting something from every vendor? You can walk it within 10 minutes if that.
Great venders!!
It’s a wonderful place to buy natural, genuinely produced products from passionate entrepreneurs. We had the pleasure of purchasing items from Cece’s Remedies, including their herb-infused whipped tallow butter, a favorite for keeping skin moisturized and a soothing lavender lip balm. Both products reflect true quality. We highly recommend visiting their stall at the Payson Farmers Market and seeing the products for yourself you won’t be disappointed!
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Great farmers market! You could find fresh fish, cheese, mushrooms, vegetables, pastas, sweets and many other products. Come early.
Delicious breakfast bowl and had to get 2 tamales. Music's great, people are so friendly and food is amazing!
Quite varied selections of items for your enjoyment. Prices not out of line. Highly recommend your perusal! Lots of parking, too.
Always an enjoyable experience.
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