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Chicago Farmers Markets   >  Neighborhood Markets   >  Downtown Markets   >  Listed by Day of the Week

 

Listed by Day of the Week

(markets are subject to change)

 

A variety of fresh vegetables for sale at a farmers market

 

The 2012 Chicago Farmers Markets are listed below by the day of the week they take place. 


 

Monday

 

Chicago's Downtown Farmstand

Year Round

66 E. Randolph

Monday-Friday: 11 am - 7 pm

Saturday: 11 am - 4 pm

 

 

 

Chicago’s Downtown Farmstand, located at 66 East Randolph Street, opened in October 2008. The Farmstand’s promise – local, delicious, and edible – is fulfilled by hundreds of products, all from within 250 miles of Chicago.

* Loyola

June 11-Oct. 15, 2012
6590 N. Sheridan Rd.
Every Monday
June-Sept: 3 - 7 pm; Oct: 2:30 - 6:30 pm

The Loyola Farmers Market in the Rogers Park neighborhood will offer a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables every Monday beginning on June 11th and ending on October 15th.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

Tuesday

 

Federal Plaza

May 29 - Oct. 30, 2012

Adams & Dearborn (230 S - 50 W)
Every Tuesday
7 am - 3 pm

 

 

 

Visit the Federal Plaza Farmers Market every Tuesday from May 29th until October 30th for fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

Lincoln Square

June 5-Oct. 30, 2012
Lincoln/Leland/Western (City Parking Lot adjacent to Brown Line Station)
Every Tuesday
7 am - 1 pm

Fresh fruits, vegetables, plants, flowers and more are available every Tuesday at the Lincoln Square Farmers Market from June 5th until October 30th from 7am-1pm.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

Museum of Contemporary Art/Streeterville

June 5-Oct. 30, 2012
Chicago & Mies van der Rohe Way (On MCA Plaza)
Every Tuesday
7 am - 3 pm

Fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers will be sold at the Museum of Contemporary Art/Streeterville Farmers Market every Tuesday from 7am-3pm.

(NEW)

Columbus Park 

June 26-Oct. 30, 2012

Harrison and Central

Every Tuesday

1 - 7 pm

 

The Columbus Park Farmers Market is one of five new markets this year. In addition to vendors offering a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, free programs to help residents live a healther lifestyle will take place from 2 - 6 pm.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

* City Farm Market Stand

July 10-Sept. 28, 2012

1204 N. Clybourn Ave.

Tuesday-Friday

1 - 5:30 pm

City Farm is a sustainable vegetable farm bordering two very diverse Chicago neighborhoods: Cabrini-Green and the Gold Coast. The farm boasts thirty varieties of tomatoes as well as beets, carrots, arugula, gourmet lettuces, herbs and more.

Wednesday

 

* Wood Street Farm Stand

April 18-Oct. 24, 2012
5814 S. Wood St.
Every Wednesday
1 - 4 pm

 

 

 

Growing Home's Wood Street Farm Stand will sell USDA certified organic vegetables. Produce will include greens and summer vegetables.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Green City Market

May 5-Oct. 31, 2012
1800 block of North Clark St. in Lincoln Park
Wednesdays and Saturdays
7 am - 1 pm

Green City Market is Chicago’s only year-round farmers’ market promoting local, sustainable farmers, producers and chefs by connecting them to the public through educational programming and special events.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

* The Wheeler Mansion Market

June 6-Oct. 31, 2012
2020 S. Calumet
Every Wednesday
4 - 8 pm
The market is held on the spacious grounds of The Wheeler Mansion and features live entertainment and prepared food vendors each week.

South Shore

June 6-Oct. 31, 2012
70th & Jeffery Blvd.

Urban Partnership Bank Parking Lot
Every Wednesday
7 am - 1 pm

South Shore Farmers Market will take place every Wednesday from 7am-1pm starting on June 6th and ending on October 31st.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Andersonville

June 13-Oct. 17, 2012

Berwyn Ave. btwn. Clark & Ashland

Every Wednesday

June 13-Sept. 5: 3 - 8 pm; Sept. 12-Oct. 17: 3 - 7 pm

The highlight of the market will be an array of local, sustainably grown produce. The market will also feature honey, cheese, wine, fiber, and more from local vendors.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Covenant Bank - North Lawndale

June 13-Oct. 10, 2012

1111 S. Homan Ave.

Every Wednesday

8 am - 1 pm

This market will feature fresh fruits and vegetables, pastries, fresh baked breads, organic honey, and coffee.

This market accepts the LINK card.
(NEW)

La Follette Park

June 20-Oct. 24, 2012

1333 N. Laramie

Every Wednesday

1 - 7 pm

 

The La Follette Park Farmers Market is one of five new farmers markets this year. Vendors will be selling a variety of fresh produce and other farmstand items. Programs will also take place from 2-6 pm.

This market accepts the LINK card.

* City Farm Market Stand

July 10-Sept. 28, 2012

1204 N. Clybourn Ave.

Tuesday-Friday

1 - 5:30 pm

City Farm is a sustainable vegetable farm bordering two very diverse Chicago neighborhoods: Cabrini-Green and the Gold Coast. The farm boasts thirty varieties of tomatoes as well as beets, carrots, arugula, gourmet lettuces, herbs and more.

Pullman

July 11-Oct. 31, 2012
111th & Cottage Grove (In Arcade Park)
Every Wednesday
7 am - 12 pm

Fresh fruits and vegetables will be sold every Wednesday this summer at the Pullman Farmers Market.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Seaway Bank

July 25-Sept. 26, 2012
87th Street & Langley Ave.
Every Wednesday
9 am - 2 pm
You will find a variety of fresh goods at the Seaway Bank Farmers Market every Wednesday starting July 25th.

Thursday

 

Daley Plaza 

May 24-Oct. 18, 2012
Washington & Dearborn
Every Thursday
7 am - 3 pm

 

 

 

The Daley Plaza Farmers Market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods and other items every Thursday from May 24th until October 18th.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

Hyde Park

June 7-Oct. 25, 2012
53rd Street & Hyde Park Blvd.
Every Thursday
7 am - 1 pm

Visit the Hyde Park Farmers Market every Thursday beginning June 7th for fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, flowers and more.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

Willis Tower

June 14-Oct. 25, 2012

233 S. Wacker Dr.

Every Thursday

7 am - 3 pm

Products include fresh fruits and vegetables, plants and unique homemade food.

* Uptown Farmers Market at Weiss

June 21-Oct. 25, 2012
4646 N. Marine Dr.
Every Thursday
7:30 am - 12:30 pm
Fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers are just some of the goods available at the Uptown Farmers Market every Thursday from June 21-October 25.

(NEW)

Austin Town Center

June 28-Oct. 25, 2012

Lake and Central

Every Thursday

1 - 7 pm

 

The Austin Town Center Farmers Market is one of five new markets this year. In addition to vendors offering a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and baked goods, free programs will take place from 2 - 6 pm every Thursday.

This market accepts the LINK card.

* City Farm Market Stand

July 10-Sept. 28, 2012

1204 N. Clybourn Ave.

Tuesday-Friday

1 - 5:30 pm

City Farm is a sustainable vegetable farm bordering two very diverse Chicago neighborhoods: Cabrini-Green and the Gold Coast. The farm boasts thirty varieties of tomatoes as well as beets, carrots, arugula, gourmet lettuces, herbs and more.

Friday

 

* The Rowan Tree Garden Society

May 18-Nov. 30, 2012

501 W. Englewood

Every Friday

8 am - 4 pm

 

 

 

 

Farm raised vegetables, greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, celery, beans, lettuce, peppers, onions, cantaloupe, melons, peaches and apples are some of the produce available at The Rowan Tree Garden Society.

* City Farm Market Stand

July 10-Sept. 28, 2012
1204 N. Clybourn Ave.
Tuesday-Friday
1 - 5:30 pm

City Farm is a sustainable vegetable farm bordering two very diverse Chicago neighborhoods: Cabrini-Green and the Gold Coast. The farm boasts thirty varieties of tomatoes as well as beets, carrots, arugula, gourmet lettuces, herbs and more.

Saturday

 

* Green City Market

May 5-Oct. 31, 2012
1800 block of North Clark St. in Lincoln Park
Wednesdays and Saturdays
7 am - 1 pm

 

 

 

Green City Market is Chicago’s only year-round farmers’ market promoting local, sustainable farmers, producers and chefs by connecting them to the public through educational programming and special events.

 

 

 

* 61st Street

May 12-Oct. 27, 2012
6100 S. Blackstone Ave. (61st Street btwn. Dorchester & Blackstone)
Every Saturday
9 am - 2 pm

With over twenty vendors, the 61st St. Farmers Market offers locally and sustainably grown, seasonal fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, bakery items, eggs and dairy products, prepared foods and flowers.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

Division Street

May 12-Oct. 27, 2012
Divison & Dearborn (On Division btwn. State & Clark)
Every Saturday
7 am - 1 pm

Division Street Farmers Market opens on May 12th with vendors selling a variety of goods.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

Lincoln Park

May 12-Oct. 27, 2012
Armitage & Orchard

(Lincoln Park High School Parking Lot)
Every Saturday
7 am - 1 pm

Fresh fruits and vegetables will be sold every Saturday starting on May 12th through October 27th at the Lincoln Park Farmers Market.

* Eden Place

May 19-Oct. 20, 2012
4417 S. Stewart Ave.
Every Saturday
8 am - 3 pm
Eden Place is an urban oasis and a nature preserve that seeks to introduce the Chicago community to food production and environmental education.

This market accepts the LINK card.

* The West Humboldt Park Farmers Market and Bazaar

June 2, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8 & Oct. 13, 2012

3601 W. Chicago Ave., In NHS Parking Lot

Saturdays

10 am - 2 pm

The West Humboldt Park Farmers Market and Bazaar will offer a variety of healthy living items, cosmetics, plants, gardening materials and gift baskets.

* Edgewater

June 9 - Oct. 13, 2012

Broadway & Norwood

Every Saturday

8 am - 1 pm

The Market features farmers, experts, and artisans selling everything from produce, jams, and fresh bread to coffee, flowers, and hot sauce.

Printers Row

June 9-Oct. 27, 2012
Dearborn & Polk (Printers Row Park)
Every Saturday
7 am - 1 pm
A variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh baked goods and colorful flowers and plants are available at the Printers Row Farmers Market.

Bridgeport

June 16-Oct. 6, 2012
35th & Wallace (In parking lot)
Every Saturday
7 am - 1 pm

Cheese, seasonable fresh produce, baked goods and honey are just some of the item that will be available at the Bridgeport Farmers Market.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Bronzeville Community Market

June 16-Oct. 27, 2012
4400 S. Cottage Grove
Every Saturday
8 am - 1 pm
The Bronzeville Community Market will feature a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables; a selection of meats, cooking oils, honey, and wine.

This market accepts the LINK card.

Northcenter

June 16-Oct. 27, 2012
Belle Plaine/Damen/Lincoln

(North Center Town Square)
Every Saturday
7 am - 1 pm

Fresh fruits and vegetables will be sold every Saturday starting on June 16th until October 27th at the Northcenter Farmers Market.

Southport Market

June 23-Sept. 8, 2012
Blaine School, 1420 W. Grace
Every Saturday
8 am - 2 pm
Vendors will be selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers every Saturday beginning on June 23rd until September 8th at the Southport Market.

(NEW)

Mount Ebenezer Baptist Church

June 30-Oct. 27, 2012

3555 W. Huron

Every Saturday

10 am - 4 pm

 

The Mount Ebenezer Baptist Church Farmers Market is one of five new markets this year. Vendors will offer a variety of fresh produce and other farmstand items. Other services will be on-site to help residents lead a healthier lifestyle.

This market accepts the LINK card.

Sunday

 

Beverly

May 13-Oct. 28, 2012
95th & Longwood
Every Sundays
7 am - 1 pm

 

 

 

Vendors will be selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers every Sunday at the Beverly Farmers Market starting on May 13th and running until October 28th.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Glenwood Sunday Market

June 3-Oct. 28, 2012
6950 N. Glenwood btwn. Morse & Lunt
Every Sunday
9 am- 3 pm
This Rogers Park farmers market strives to be one the greenest market in the City of Chicago, featuring organic and sustainably locally grown produce.

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Logan Square

June 3-Oct. 28, 2012
Intersection of Logan Blvd. and Milwaukee Ave.
Every Sunday
10 am - 3 pm

Logan Square Farmers Market is run independently by the Logan Square Chamber of Commerce. A wide variety of fresh goods are available every Sunday beginning June 3rd.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Pilsen Community Market

June 3-Oct. 28, 2012
1800 S. Halsted St.
(Chicago Community Bank Parking Lot)
Every Sunday
9 am - 3 pm
Pilsen Community Market strives to provide fresh, quality farm products, arts and crafts, music and information to a diverse community while embracing and connecting with surrounding neighborhoods.

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Portage Park

June 3, 17; July 1, 15, 29; Aug. 5, 19; Sept. 16, 30;; Oct. 7, 2012

Central & Berteau

Sundays

10 am - 2 pm

Vendors include local farmers, bakers and specialty items.

Wicker Park & Bucktown

June 3-Oct. 28, 2012
Wicker Park & Damen (In Wicker Park)
Every Sunday
8 am - 2 pm
Wicker Park & Bucktown Farmers Market will take place every Sunday from 8am-2pm from June 3 until October 28th.

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Homegrown Bronzeville

June 10-Oct. 28, 2012

343-347 E. 51st Street (51st & Calumet)

Every Sunday

9 am - 1 pm

Locally and sustainably grown vegetables, herbs, fruit and honey.

 

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Independence Park

June 10-Oct. 28, 2012
3945 N. Springfield Ave.
2nd & 4th Sundays of the month
9 am - 1 pm
Vendor offerings include fresh fruits, vegetables, plants, flowers and baked goods..
(NEW)

Healing Temple Church

June 24-Oct. 28, 2012

4941 W. Chicago Ave.
Every Sunday
2 - 6 pm

 

Vendors will offer a wide variety of fresh produce, along with other services to help residents lead a healthier lifestyle.

This market accepts the LINK card.

* Jefferson Park Sunday Market

June 24-Oct. 21, 2012

Copernicus Center
5216 W. Lawrence Ave

Every Sunday

10 am - 2 pm

Seasonal produce, bakery items, fresh cheeses, certified organic goods, and more are available. Other highlights include live music, ample parking, washrooms, and seating for market customers.

 

 

* Independently Run Farmers Market

 
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