The Volcano Farmer's Market is one of the best on the island. The market in Hilo is more of a bazaar, with multiple tiny "shops" under shelter selling everything from trinkets made in China and other faraway places to island made feather lei and lauhala hats. The market in Volcano does not have this sensibility, but instead features local artisans... More

Hilo's Farmer Market is larger; however, Volcano's Farmer's Market radiates Aloha. I almost missed out. I was chatting with a local, Sunday morning, who was on her way to the market. An enthusiast for outdoor markets, I headed over. Although the market is small: around 15-20 vendors, there is an appealing array of local fruits, jams, delicious prepared foods, and... More

Go early morning - 7:45-10am. If you go to the stall that sells breakfast sandwiches by two very nice gentlemen, do not pass on the $1 chai tea made with soy milk. SOOOOOOO delicious! The sandwiches are great too - sausage, egg, tomato, cheese, basil. We grabbed some cool veggies we've never seen before, some home-made jam (locally made by... More

Going to this farmers market was truly a treat and a highlight of our time in Volcano. I live in the San Francisco Bay Area where we have some really exceptional markets but this market was more than that. You need to get up early and not dilly-dally for this one because they sell items quickly and open and close... More

This is a great place to buy pastries and food items homemade by locals. Open Sunday morning. Lots of vendors. Some great gift items and artwork.

If you are planning a trip to volcano and would like to spend a few days, a Saturday arrival can mean Sunday morning at the Farmer's market, loading up on good eats for the week. There are several vendors who offer prepared food. If you are staying at one of the many vacation rentals in the area, you can save... More