COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked.
Everything you want to know before you visit — hours, parking, pets, SNAP/EBT, how to sell, and more. If your question isn’t here, just ask us.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Visiting the market.
Dogs on leash are welcome in the outdoor patio areas of The Market and The Shed. Due to health regulations, pets are not allowed inside The Market Building. Please clean up after your dog and be courteous to other visitors.
Yes. Public restrooms are located on the ground floor of The Market Building, near the main entrance. On weekends, additional public restrooms are available across from The Shed.
Yes. Admission to both The Shed (outdoor farmers market) and The Market Building (indoor food hall) is always free. Parking prices in the adjacent surface lots ranges on market days.
The market is a great family outing. The Shed’s wide, open layout is easy to navigate with strollers, many producers offer samples, and the atmosphere is relaxed and unhurried. The Market Building restaurants welcome families.
Yes. Dallas Farmers Market features level surfaces throughout the outdoor market, accessible restrooms inside The Market Building, and accessible parking near the main entrance. Please contact us if you need specific accommodations.
HOURS, TRANSIT & PARKING
Getting here.
Yes. The Dallas Farmers Market has operated continuously since 1941. The Market Building is open daily, and The Shed runs every Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine — it operates under a permanent covered shed. We close only on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Holiday hours for other dates are posted on our event calendar and social media channels.
Yes. Bike racks are available near The Market + The Shed. Dallas bike-share stations are located within a short walk of DFM, making a car-free visit easy from most downtown and Uptown neighborhoods.
The Shed (outdoor farmers market) is open Saturdays from 9am–5pm and Sundays from 10am–5pm.
The market is closed only on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Visit Plan a Visit for complete hours and the holiday schedule.
BUYING AT THE MARKET
Shopping & payment.
Yes. SNAP/EBT is accepted at The Shed. The Double Your Dollars program matches your SNAP benefits dollar for dollar on produce and food purchases, up to $10 per visit. Visit the information booth near The Shed entrance to get started. Learn more about SNAP/EBT at DFM.
Double Your Dollars is a benefit-matching program at The Shed. When you redeem SNAP/EBT benefits, your purchasing power on produce and food items is matched dollar for dollar, up to $10 per visit. Simply visit the market information booth at The Shed when you arrive — staff will help guide you. Full details here.
Most vendors at The Shed accept credit and debit cards through mobile card readers. Bringing a small amount of cash is recommended — some small farms and artisan producers prefer or accept only cash. All Market Building restaurants accept major credit and debit cards. ATM machines are on-site.
Reusable bags or a sturdy tote for produce, a small amount of cash for Shed vendors, sunscreen and water in the summer months, and an empty stomach. Strollers and wagons are easy to navigate in The Shed. Arriving early on Saturdays gets you the best selection and parking.
VENDORS, EVENTS & COMMUNITY
Get involved.
Yes. We welcome Pre-K through high school groups for educational field trips to the market. Trips introduce students to local agriculture, food systems, and seasonal produce. Visit our Field Trips page to learn what is included and to submit a group request.
The Dallas Farmers Market offers event space for private dinners, corporate events, receptions, pop-ups, and activations. Visit our Event page for rental options, capacity details, and inquiry forms.
Sign up for our weekly newsletter at Stay in Touch — it covers upcoming events, what’s in season at The Shed, new Market Building businesses, and market news. You can also follow us on Instagram and Facebook for real-time updates.
The Dallas Farmers Market (“Dallas Farmers Market,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you provide when visiting our website, attending our events, subscribing to communications, or interacting with our services.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information.
Information We Collect
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Event registration information
• Merchant or vendor inquiry information
• Information submitted through contact forms
• Newsletter sign-up information
We may also automatically collect certain information through our website, including:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Date and time of visits
• Referral sources
• Website usage information through cookies and analytics technologies
How We Use Information
We may use information collected to:
• Provide requested information and services
• Respond to inquiries
• Process event registrations
• Send newsletters and marketing communications
• Improve website functionality and customer experience
• Analyze visitor behavior and trends
• Support operations, planning, and marketing activities
• Maintain website security
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand how visitors use our website.
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.
Location Analytics and Foot Traffic Data
We may use third-party analytics services, including location analytics providers such as Placer.ai, to better understand general visitation trends and customer patterns.
These services provide aggregated and de-identified information regarding:
• Visitor traffic patterns
• Trade areas
• General customer behavior trends
• Market activity and visitation insights
We use this information to improve operations, marketing efforts, events, merchant mix, and customer experience.
We do not receive personally identifiable information through these reports.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to newsletters or promotional communications, we may send updates regarding:
• Events
• Market activities
• Promotions
• Merchants
• Special announcements
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in emails.
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with:
• Service providers assisting with operations
• Website hosting providers
• Marketing platforms
• Event management providers
• Analytics providers
• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards intended to protect information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Information
Dallas Farmers Market
920 S. Harwood Street
Dallas, TX 75201
Email: info@dallasfarmersmarket.org
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