Fresh produce and fish are readily available on the island—if you know where to look. Shopping for produce in local farmers markets is a great lesson both in tropical agriculture and multi-cultural lifestyles. You’ll find a wide range of exotic items such as ripe and green papayas, hands of bananas, sweet pineapples, lettuce and cherry tomatoes.
Though the markets are similar, each has its own identity. Some are private while others are county-sponsored. But all farmers markets sell out fast, usually within an hour of opening. To save time and hassle bring your own bag and plenty of $1 bills.
Koloa
Koloa Ball Park
Monday
12 (noon) – 4pm
Kalaheo
Kalaheo Neighborhood Center
Tuesday
3pm – 6pm
Kapaa
Kapaa New Town Park
Wednesday
3pm – 6pm
Hanapepe
Hanapepe Park
Thursday
3pm – 6pm
Kilauea
Kilauea Neighborhood Center
Thursday
4:30pm – 6:30pm
Lihu’e
Vidinha Stadium
Friday
3pm – 6pm
Kekaha Neighborhood Center
Saturday
9am – 12(noon)
