Downtown Growers Market kicks off 23rd season in Albuquerque

The popular open-air market returns with new vendors, live music, and a springtime celebration of the local community.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 8:54pm

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The Downtown Growers Market in Albuquerque's Robinson Park kicked off its 23rd season on Saturday, drawing a large crowd to browse the stalls of local food, art, crafts, and music. Even though the summer harvests were still a ways off, vendors like Stacy Allison Taylor of the Sugarbom bakery and first-time vendor Amy Maestas, a block print maker, were excited by the market's growing popularity and vibrant community atmosphere.

Why it matters

The Downtown Growers Market has become an important gathering place for the Albuquerque community, supporting local businesses, fostering connections, and celebrating the arrival of the warmer months. As a long-running open-air market, it reflects the city's commitment to sustainable food systems and the arts.

The details

The Downtown Growers Market featured a diverse array of vendors selling baked goods, handmade crafts, and other locally-sourced products. Despite the market being in the early spring before the peak harvest season, the crowds were large and enthusiastic, with vendors reporting brisk business and a positive vibe. Many noted that the market has grown in popularity over the years, attracting new vendors and visitors alike.

  • The Downtown Growers Market kicked off its 23rd season on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
  • The market runs every Saturday through the summer months.

The players

Stacy Allison Taylor

The owner of the Sugarbom bakery in Albuquerque's South Valley, selling cookies, scones, pies, cakes, and other baked goods.

Amy Maestas

A first-time vendor at the market, selling handmade block print artwork.

Downtown Growers Market

A long-running open-air market in Albuquerque's Robinson Park that showcases local food, art, crafts, and music.

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What they’re saying

“I am selling deliciousness, like all manner of good things for your mouth. Cookies, scones, whipped pies, cake, brownies, cinnamon rolls.”

— Stacy Allison Taylor, Owner, Sugarbom Bakery

“It's been super busy. I was a little unsure of how it would be, so it's been great so far.”

— Amy Maestas, Block Print Maker

“I think it's important because we're supporting local businesses, and it's just nice to have the community come in the tent to say good morning, and we chat about stuff. It's like the spark of spring and the fun months, so I feel like we're out of winter, out of sad, and this is a nice market for that.”

— Amy Maestas, Block Print Maker

What’s next

The Downtown Growers Market will continue to operate every Saturday through the summer months, with the peak harvest season expected to bring even larger crowds and a wider variety of local produce, crafts, and entertainment.

The takeaway

The Downtown Growers Market's successful opening day kickoff highlights Albuquerque's vibrant local food and arts scene, as well as the community's enthusiasm for supporting small businesses and celebrating the arrival of spring. The market's growth over 23 years demonstrates its enduring appeal as a gathering place that brings people together around shared values of sustainability, creativity, and civic pride.