If you’re looking to shop local this spring and summer 2023, you’ve moved into the right apartment home. Here are three of the best farmers markets located in Queens, N.Y., near The Cryder House.

Flushing Greenmarket 

Where: Bowne Playground, Sanford Ave. and Union St., Queens

When: Wednesdays, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., July – November 2023

Stop by Flushing Greenmarket between July and November 2023 to discover the freshest produce near The Cryder House. Supporting local farmers, here you’ll find specialty meats, breads, preserves, and much more, including Alewife Farm, DiPaola Turkeys, and Oak Grove Plantation. Learn more about Flushing Greenmarket.

Forest Hills Greenmarket

Where: Queens Blvd. at 70th Avenue, Queens

When: Open Sundays, year-round, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

Located outside Forest Hills Post Office, this year-round market not only offers a great place to shop locally, there are also regularly scheduled events like cooking demonstrations and activities for kids. Stop by between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. every Sunday for the freshest foods from locals like American Pride Seafood, Bread Alone, Divine Brine pickled products Hudson Valley Fish Farm, Mushroom Queens, and more. Learn more about Forest Hills Greenmarket.

Sunnyside Greenmarket

Where: Skillman Ave between 42nd & 43rd Streets, Queens

When: Open Saturdays, year-round, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Another great farmers market is located along the tree-lined Skillman Avenue between 42nd and 43rd streets in Queens near Lou Lodati park. Drawing a diverse mix of shoppers, Sunnyside Greenmarket is known for its diverse local vendors including specialty Mexican produce and herbs from Nolasco’s Farm in Warren County, N.J. and Kimchee Harvest from Delaware County, N.Y. Learn more about Sunnyside Greenmarket.