Carnation Farmers Market

04/15/2026

🌱 Seniors: Get $80 for Fresh Produce! 🍓

The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) provides eligible seniors with $80 in vouchers to spend at participating farmers markets across King County, including Carnation Farmers Market.

What is SFMNP?
This program helps low income seniors access fresh, local produce while supporting local farmers. Funding comes from the USDA and Washington State. Enjoy seasonal fruits and vegetables, connect with local growers, and eat well all summer long.

Who is eligible? You must meet all of the following:
-Age 60+ (or 55+ if American Indian or Alaska Native) by June 15, 2026
Income at or below:
-$2,413/month ($28,953/year) for one person
-$3,261/month ($39,128/year) for two people
-Add $848/month for each additional household member
-King County resident

Important dates:
-Application open April 6 through May 8, 2026
-Cards mailed in June 2026

Apply here: www.sfmnp-seattleking.org

Use your benefits at Carnation Farmers Market. Opening Day is June 2nd!

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04/01/2026

Seeking a local flower farmer for the 2026 season 🌷

We are looking for a flower grower to join Carnation Farmers Market this summer. Fresh bouquets, seasonal blooms, and locally grown flowers are highly requested by our shoppers.

Apply at carnationfarmersmarket.org/vendors

03/21/2026

We have a booth at the seed exchange today! Come say hi!

Our date and location for 2026 have been set! Join us on March 21st, this year at Tolt Middle School!

We are excited for this new venue which has a large *indoor* space for us to use. Expect to find all the things you've come to love from previous seed exchanges with hopefully a few new things!

We will be putting the call out for volunteer sign-ups soon! If you have garden knowledge or just want to help keep our event running smooth, keep a watch for that info or check out our website at www.snoqualmievalleyseedexchange.org

03/19/2026

The City of Carnation proclaimed March 15-21, 2026 as Agriculture Week in the City of Carnation!

Carnation and the surrounding Snoqualmie Valley have a deep and enduring agriculture heritage, with businesses that continue to shape the community’s identity and local economy.

Thank you to the representatives from King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Remlinger Farms, Carnation Co-op, Carnation Farmers Market, Katsiki Goat Farm , Harvold Berry Farm, Barzen's Blooms, and the Carnation Chamber of Commerce who came to celebrate.

03/17/2026

Have a wonderful day! 💚🍀💚🍀💚🍀

03/12/2026

Carnation Farmers Market is seeking a part-time Education Coordinator to oversee and expand our education-focused program offerings, including but not limited to our Power of Produce Kids Program.

The Education Coordinator is responsible for developing and executing CFM’s Power of Produce (PoP) Kids Club and other educational activities, representing CFM through community outreach, and supporting overall market operations.

The Education Coordinator will develop and execute weekly activities for CFM’s Power of Produce (PoP) Kids Club and coordinate and support education and outreach programming.

This position is about 10-15 hours per week, with required on-site hours every Tuesday during the market season (June, July, August 2026) from 1:00 to 8:00 pm.

The Education Coordinator must also be on-site for various events. The rest of the work is flexible and can be done remotely.

We’re looking for someone who is:
- Creative, organized, and self-motivated
- Passionate about community-building and working with diverse groups (especially youth)
- Comfortable coordinating programs and activities
- Proficient with email, social media, and project management tools

Visit our website for the full job description: carnationfarmersmarket.org/now-hiring-education-coordinator/

📧 To apply, send your resume and cover letter to Lindsay at [email protected].

02/13/2026

Sending a little local love this Valentine’s Day 💕

Thanks for being part of our Carnation Farmers Market community!

01/01/2026

We are so grateful for our lovely community. Wishing everyone a wonderful new year! 💖✨

12/22/2025

Recent flooding has impacted many members of our Carnation Farmers Market community, along with neighbors across the Snoqualmie Valley and Western Washington. Farmers, families, and small businesses are navigating loss, cleanup, and the long road to recovery.

If you are looking for ways to help, Snoqualmie Valley Preservation Alliance (SVPA) put together some amazing resources on their website. Here are a few meaningful options:

Financial Support - Donations provide immediate and flexible relief.

Farmer Flood Relief Fund
-100% of donations go directly back to farmers as micro-grants
-Donate here: wagives.org/story/floodrelieffund

Flood Relief Fundraiser
-Hosted by the Carnation Chamber of Commerce
-January 10th from 4pm to 6pm
-Location: Remlinger Farms
-Spaghetti dinner, raffle, and silent auction
-Register or donate at carnationchamber.org

Support Local Farms
-Buy directly from farmers when farm stands and markets reopen
-Sign up for a winter or spring CSA
-Purchase farm products or gift cards to use later
-Continue supporting farms you already know and love

Resources
-After Flood Resource Guide from Snoqualmie Valley Preservation Alliance
-svpa.us/flood-recovery-resources
-King County put together recovery resources
-kingcounty.gov/flood-recovery

Volunteer
-Volunteer for cleanup and recovery opportunities
-See opportunities and sign up at lovesnoqualmievalley.com

Thank you for showing up for the Snoqualmie Valley when it matters most.

12/09/2025

We are officially looking for vendors for our 2026 season at Carnation Farmers Market!

If you are a vendor looking for a welcoming and community centered market where shoppers truly value local food, we would love to hear from you! We are a food and farm-product only market, and we are excited to bring even more local growers and makers to our market next summer.

Apply before January 1st and we will waive the application fee!

Our 2026 season runs every Tuesday in June, July, and August from 3 to 7pm at King County’s Tolt-MacDonald Park, with Opening Day on June 2nd.

Apply at carnationfarmersmarket.org/vendors.

Have questions? Send an email to [email protected]

We cannot wait to grow our vendor community for 2026!