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Farmers markets in El Cajon
5 markets by day of the week, with hours, seasons and SNAP.
Good to know: Bring cash and reusable bags; many vendors take cards, but not all. Arrive early for the best produce.
Each listing was checked on an official or first-party page in November 2026. Dates and hours change; confirm before you go.
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When are the farmers markets in El Cajon?
Santee Certified Farmers' Market: Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.; The Lakeside Farmers Market: Thursdays, 3 p.m.–7 p.m.; La Mesa Village Certified Farmers' Market: Fridays, 3 p.m.–7 p.m.; Grossmont Certified Farmers' Market: Fridays (bi-weekly), 9 a.m.–2 p.m.; Backroads Certified Farmers' Market: Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m..
Are farmers markets open year-round in El Cajon?
Some are: Grossmont Certified Farmers' Market, Backroads Certified Farmers' Market. Others are seasonal; check each market’s page before you go.