About Get Involved Blog SATURDAY MARKET WINTER MARKET DIRECTIONS & PARKING ABOUT Contact News A- A+ ABOUT DOWNTOWN FARMERS' MARKET The Downtown Farmers’ Market, presented by UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, connects urban and rural communities while supporting nearly 300 local entrepreneurs, including farmers, producers, bakers and artists that represent 50 counties across the state of Iowa. Des Moines’ Downtown Farmers’ Market is produced by the Greater Des Moines Partnership. Dates: Every Saturday from May 1 – Oct. 30, 2021 Times: 7 a.m. – Noon (October: 8 a.m. – Noon) History Since 1975, the Downtown Farmers’ Market has hosted vendors and patrons from counties across Iowa. Farmers, growers and artisan food entrepreneurs offer locally produced fresh fruit, vegetables, eggs, meat, cheese, wine and more. The Market also offers a variety of attractions and activities including shopping for fresh produce, eggs, meats and more, eating breakfast, enjoying the atmosphere, meeting with family and friends and live entertainment. Weather While The Market plans to be open, rain or shine, inclement weather can make closures, delays and/or cancellations possible. In the case of emergency weather conditions, the safety of Market patrons and vendors (and their employees) is The Market’s first priority. Because of the variable nature of a potential emergency or urgent situation, vendors, patrons and the general public should be on alert and adhere to the direction given in the emergency or urgent situation. If time permits, information about closures, delays or cancellations will be broadcast. The Market social media outlets will also have information in addition to this website. Media Inquiries Photos are shared with accredited members of the media and for nonprofit promotion of the region. For more information or to request photos or b-roll video footage, please contact: Courtney Shaw | Vice President of Communications Greater Des Moines Partnership (515) 286-4919 cshaw@DSMpartnership.com National Recognition The Market has been nationally recognized by families and critics alike. Whether they’re praising the farm-fresh produce at the Saturday Market or the delicious spices that fill the air at the Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market, people across the country call The Market one of the America’s best. The Downtown Farmers’ Market was ranked #2 of the 101 Best Farmers' Markets in America by The Daily Meal for two consecutive years, 2013 and 2014. The Market has also been named #2 of the Top 10 Farmers Markets in the U.S. by Shape Magazine. The Market has been ranked one of America’s Best Farmers’ Markets by Midwest Living Magazine. The Market has been ranked Best in the Midwest by Country Living Magazine, featured in a blog on RachelRay.com and mentioned by the Associated Press in 5 Free Things to Do in Des Moines, Iowa’s Up-And-Coming Capital. The Market has been named a Top 25 Farmers’ Market in America by Parade. Vendor Login Login Des Moines Downtown Farmers' Market Produced by the Greater Des Moines Partnership Contact © 2021 Greater Des Moines Partnership Privacy Policy Web design byBlue Compass