Spotlight on Naesgaard’s Farm & Market

Where Local Flavours and Warm Community Spirit Meet

At 5681 River Road in Port Alberni, Naesgaard’s Farm & Market is a destination rooted in simplicity and sincerity. Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., it’s a place where seasonal produce, thoughtful gifts, and down-to-earth hospitality come together.

Close to the Land, Close to the Community

Naesgaard’s offers a rotating selection of fruits and vegetables, drawn from their own fields and neighbouring farms. In season, visitors can find strawberries, peas, sweet corn, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes — and even BC cherries and blueberries. It’s a modest yet abundant array that reflects the rhythm of coastal Vancouver Island agriculture.

Seasonal fruits and vegetables fill the open-air market, offering visitors a taste of the Alberni Valley’s harvest.

Locals appreciate the steady supply of fresh ingredients for weeknight dinners, while RV travellers and campers often make a stop here before heading to the west coast, knowing they’ll leave with produce that tastes like it came straight from the garden.

More Than Just a Market

Naesgaard’s wide selection of clay and ceramic pots adds beauty and function to gardens and patios.

Naesgaard’s embraces creativity alongside practicality. Inside, you’ll find a boutique-style gift section featuring West Coast–inspired jewelry by Carly Naesgaard, unique home décor, and fashion accessories. For gardeners, their selection is a quiet treasure trove – with seasonal bedding plants, herbs, and an impressive range of clay and ceramic pots in various sizes and styles. These pots aren’t just functional; they’re statement pieces that can transform a patio or bring colour to a garden corner.

The market’s offerings also change with the seasons. In winter, Naesgaard’s transforms into a vibrant “Christmas Wonderland,” filled with festive décor, ornaments, and seasonal treats. Many locals make it part of their holiday tradition to browse the aisles for gifts and stocking stuffers.

Each winter, Naesgaard’s transforms into a Christmas Wonderland, complete with ornaments, décor, and holiday cheer.

A Welcome Stop for All

What sets Naesgaard’s apart is how it blends community spirit with accessibility. Whether you’re stopping in for a week’s worth of groceries, a new planter for your porch, or a thoughtful gift, the staff are always ready with a smile and helpful advice. It’s a place where shopping feels personal, and where the charm lies as much in the conversations as in the products.

Love Local Produce?

Naesgaard’s is just one of many great spots in Port Alberni to find fresh, seasonal goods. Check out our guide to Port Alberni Farmers’ Markets for more ways to shop local and connect with growers from across the Alberni Valley.