Our Saturday Market
The Islamabad Farmers Market is a weekly event that showcases local, organic food and fresh produce. The market is held every Saturday from 9am to 1pm at Dino Park, next to the Old Zoo.
The Islamabad Farmers Market is a great place to find fresh, healthy food. The vendors at the market are all local farmers and producers who use sustainable practices. You can find a wide variety of products at the market, including fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, eggs, honey, and baked goods.
The Islamabad Farmers Market is also a great place to support local businesses. The vendors at the market are all small businesses that are committed to providing high-quality products. When you shop at the Islamabad Farmers Market, you are helping to support your local community.
If you are looking for fresh, healthy food and want to support local businesses, then the Islamabad Farmers Market is the place for you. Come visit us every Saturday from 9am to 1pm at Dino Park, next to the Old Zoo.
Here are some of the benefits of shopping at the Islamabad Farmers Market:
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You can find fresh, healthy food that is grown locally.
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You can support local businesses and the local economy.
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You can learn about sustainable farming practices.
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You can meet the people who grow your food.
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You can enjoy the atmosphere of a farmers market.
We hope to see you at the Islamabad Farmers Market soon!
Market Location & Times
Dino Park - Next to the Old Zoo
Saturdays 09:00 to 13:00
In support of CDA's "Cycling as an alternate transport" project, The Islamabad Farmers Market is happy to offer a free Bicycle Valet Service every Saturday morning.
Created in partnership with Usman Cycle Work, we will provide guarded bike racks and free tune-up to anyone riding their bike to the market. Small repairs are also available for a fee.
Media Articles about Us
The Islamabad Farmers Market has been fortunate to get good media coverage along the years. The articles below give a good sense of the journey of the market since 2013. Here are a few of our favorites:
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Exploring Islamabad's Farmer Market Conversations with Growers, Buyers and Planners (Jan 2024)
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Exploring Farmers Market Islamabad (Dec 2023)
[Discover Pakistan TV] (Youtube video in Urdu) -
Winner - Islamabad Best Food Market (May 2023)
[2023 Annual Culinary Awards] -
Islamabad Farmers Market Report (January 2021)
Dawn News Tv
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Market Visit Video (Sep 25, 2021)
Travel and food vlogger Ali M.
Expresso Morning Show - Express News TV - August 2021 (Facebook Video in Urdu)
Voice Of America Urdu - December 2020 (Facebook Video in Urdu)
(YouTube video)
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A day at the Islamabad Farmer's Market: Green Never Looked So Good
Youlin Magazine - January 2020 -
Sabzi shopping the organic way
Dawn Aurora - December 2017 -
Remembering Poppy and Sabeen: Support inclusive cultural spaces
Journeys to Democracy - April 2016 -
Urban Farmers between Visions of Alternative Futures of Consumption and Market Demand –an Ethnographic Study of Farmers Markets in Pakistan
Research paper by Julia Poerti published on DeGrowth - August 2015 -
Providing a platform: Night market connects entrepreneurs with customers
The Express Tribune - July 2015 -
The Man Behind The Farmers Market
Youlin Magazine - January 2014 -
Fresh from the fields
Dawn - December 2013 -
Farmers Market at Kuch Khas...
PTV Video - October 2013 -
To The Farmers’ Market
The DAWN National Weekend Advertiser - October 2013 -
Growers confident organic food market will grow
Dawn - September 2013