Missoula Markets Return This Weekend With New Event on Horizon

One of the surest signs of spring in Missoula isn’t just the baby deer showing up in your yard or the return of dandelions. It’s the moment the city’s beloved outdoor markets come back to life.

That moment is here.

Kickoff of Missoula’s Beloved Markets

This Saturday marks the official kickoff for several of Missoula’s most popular markets, including the Missoula Farmers' Market, the Missoula People's Market, and the Clark Fork River Market. After months of indoor winter markets, vendors and visitors alike are ready to get back outside.

From Indoor to Outdoor: A Seasonal Shift in Markets

This past winter brought two indoor market options to town. One was held downtown at The Badlander, while another took place at Southgate Mall. Now, with warmer weather settling in, the focus shifts back to Missoula’s streets, sidewalks, and riverfront.

Here’s how things will look downtown this weekend:

The original Missoula Farmers' Market returns to its familiar spot near the Higgins Avenue “X’s” 8 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
The People’s Market sets up along Pine Street 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Clark Fork River Market comes back under the bridge near Caras Park 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

And there’s something new to check out this year.

For the first time, Missoula will host the Missoula Moonlight Market, a nighttime, community-powered Asian night market happening at Caras Park. The debut event is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., and similar to other markets, it’s free to attend. Expect food, music, entertainment, merchandise, activities, and a fresh new vibe for a Saturday night downtown evening.

It’s shaping up to be a big weekend in Missoula, and a great opportunity to support local farmers, artists, and small businesses while enjoying everything that makes spring in Montana feel like it’s finally arrived.