(WBBM NEWSRADIO) — It’s one of the last signs of spring in Chicago: the return of outdoor farmers markets, and as the city saw some of its most beautiful weather of the year, hundreds of Chicagoans came out to welcome farmers market season back.
If the sunny weather has you thinking about when you can hit up the outdoor farmers market near you, we have you covered. Below, you’ll find a list of farmers markets from all over Chicago — as well as when they will open.
The list is organized by when each farmers market will open. As of April 14, we still have a lot of farmers markets that are yet to open, but many more will be opening next month.
Green City Market Lincoln Park
As mentioned above, the wait for the Green City Market Lincoln Park is over. Green City Market’s 2024 outdoor season, which includes their West Loop location opening later this spring, will feature over 60 local farmers and food producers.
Dates: April-November, Saturdays from 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. and May-October, Wednesday from 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Lincoln Park, 1817 N Clark St
Other information: Public parking is available for $14 for two hours with validation at a lot south of the market on Stockton Drive. Parking validation cards are available at each entrance of the market.
Lincoln Square Farmers Market
Over 50 vendors each week will be out at the Lincoln Square Farmers Market, which takes place two days a week. Vendors from across Chicago’s north side will be selling food and artisan goods.
Dates: Tuesday from 7 a.m. - noon May - November, and Thursday from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. May through October.
Location: 4513 N Lincoln Ave
Green City Market West Loop
The second Green City Market outdoor market location is opening later this spring. Like the location in Lincoln Park, it offers local and sustainable food options, as well as community programs for people of all ages.
Dates: May - November, Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Mary Bartelme Park, 115 S Sangamon St
Wicker Park Farmers Market
There is still one more week to head to the winter market at the Robey, but the summer outdoor market is fast approaching. During the market, customers can browse food from regional farmers and food producers, as well as engage with live music, entertainment, crafters and local service providers.
Dates: May - October, Sundays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Wicker Park, 1425 N. Damen Ave.
Logan Square Farmers Market
The growing outdoor market in Logan Square is held on a section of Logan Square's historic boulevard. However, this year it is moving a couple blocks south. The Logan Square Chamber of Commerce said the move is taking place because of a construction project. This market will feature around 60 different vendors.
Dates: Opens May 12, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Kedzie Avenue between Logan Boulevard and Fullerton Avenue
Andersonville Farmers Market
This North Side farmers market is celebrating its 15th anniversary this season. This year, around 40 rotating vendors will be featured at the Wednesday market.
Dates: May 15 - Oct 23, Wednesdays from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: 1500 West Catalpa Ave
Mercado de Colores
Mercado de Colores, whose name alludes to the diversity in the community, offers fresh foods, baked goods, traditional sweets, prepared food from food trucks, cosmetics, crafts, and more. This Little Village is entering its fifth year.
Dates: June 1 - October 5, Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Manuel Perez Jr. Memorial Plaza, 4345 W 26th St
Hyde Park Farmers Market
The Hyde Park Farmers Market is getting off to a new start this season with new logistics, a new look, and new entertainment. This year the market is being put on by South East Chicago Commission and Special Service Area #61 in partnership with Hyde Park Bank.
Dates: June - September, Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: 1516 E 54th St – 54th Street and Old Lake Park Ave West
Edgewater Monday Market
Billed as Chicago’s only Monday market, the Edgewater Monday Market is bringing a line-up of more than 40 vendors to its 2024 summer season.
Dates: June - September, Mondays from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Broadway Armory parking lot, 5917 N. Broadway
Austin Town Hall Farmers Market
The market in Austin is sporting a new name this year, but will be offering the community the same access to fresh food and locally made products. Community programming for all ages will also take place at the market.
Dates: June - October, Thursday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Austin Town Hall Park, 5610 W. Lake St
Plant Chicago Farmers Market
Pant Chicago is a community of food businesses on Chicago’s southwest side that aims to build the local economy. The monthly indoor market will take place on the third Saturday of the month in April and May before moving outdoors for the summer.
Dates: Third Saturday of the month June - October from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Davis Square Park, 4459 S Marshfield Ave
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