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The Bloomington Community Farmers' Market takes place rain or shine every Saturday, April through October, at Showers Common next to City Hall, 401 N. Morton St. in Bloomington.
April-September: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
October: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
The Bloomington Community Farmers' Market, a vital part of the local food culture, celebrated its 50th season in 2024. The Market reflects Bloomington's diversity, promotes multicultural awareness, and improves local food security and sustainability by fostering a resilient food supply.
Market goers find a wide assortment of goods from the farm and field, including fruits and vegetables, eggs, meats and cheeses, honey, seasonal flowers, and annual and perennial plants. Food and beverage artisans provide a tasteful variety of drinks, pastries, and savory dishes.
The Bloomington Community Farmers' Market proudly supports nutrition assistance programs, including WIC (Women, Infants and Children), SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and Senior FMNP (Farmers' Market Nutiriton Program) that provide fresh, locally gorwn, unprocessed fruits, vegetables, and edible herbs to people whose incomes are below the federal poverty threshold.
Tuesday Market
The Tuesday Farmers' Market takes place at Hopewell Commons every Tuesday, June 3 through Sept. 30, from 4-7 p.m. with FREE admission! Find Fresh, local products from the farm and garden plus ready-to-eat artisan foods, and so much more at the Tuesday Farmers' Market! Highlights include live entertainment on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, plus pop-up crafts, events, food-related demonstrations, and other unique surprises throughout the season.
Youth Day at the Bloomington Community Farmers' Market
Celebrate the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of young community members at Youth Day at the Market! On this special day, youth ages 6-17 yrs. sell produce, art, and other Market-appropriate products alongside regular Market vendors in their very own booths.
Booth spaces are $15 for a 10' x 10' space with one, 6' table and two chairs. Reserve a booth space.
For more information about reserving a booth space to sell fruits, vegetables, or baked goods; or about individual youth or youth groups scheduling music or other performance at Youth Day, contact Clarence Boone via email or call 812-349-3738.
For more information about reserving a youth artist stand, or for general event questions, contact Crystal Ritter via email or call 812-349-3725.
Bloomington Community Farmers' Market Evaluation Study
The Board of Park Commissioners at their January 2024 meeting approved a contract with Zec Eight Insights for $17,951 to conduct a comprehensive evaluation study of the Bloomington Community Farmers' Market. This evaluation consisted of a review of existing Market data, benchmarking, external stakeholder engagement, and overarching recommendations. During the summer 2024 Market season, Parks and Recreation staff and representatives of the Farmers’ Market Advisory Council worked with Austin Hochstetler of Zec Eight Insights to create questions and determine the desired outcomes of this report. Austin Hochstetler presented a report to the Board of Park Commissioners at their October 15, 2024 meeting that outlined the study's process, and recommendations.
Selling at the Farmers' Market
How to become a vendor at the Farmers' Market
Food and Beverage Artisans at the Market
Delicious food and drink available from local vendors at the Market.
Farmers Market Vendor Directory
Find out more about your favorite farmers and producers.
Tuesday Market
Every Tuesday, June through September, from 4-7 p.m. at Hopewell Commons
Saturday Farmers' Market Parking
Whether you are on two wheels or four, check here for information on parking.
Information Tables at Farmers' Market
Info Alley is open every Saturday, April through October
Busking Guidelines for Farmers' Market
Buskers add to the community and cultural experience at the Market.
Using Food Stamps at Market
Enrolled in SNAP and want to purchase more locally grown food products? More info on the Double Market Bucks program here.
Farmers' Market Gift Certificates
Who wouldn't enjoy a gift certificate good for buying Market goods from almost all the vendors at the Market?
Farmers' Market Advisory Council
Advisory Council meetings are open to the public. Find more details and contact information here.
Recipes from the Farmers' Market
Guest chefs share recipes for award-winning salsas and delectable homemade soups.
Removal or Suspension from Bloomington Parks and Recreation Properties
Actions that could result in removal or suspension from city parks, and the appeal process.