2022 will likely be a bumper year for Chicago-area farmers markets. Several suburbs have added new markets or expanded the hours or days of existing ones. They’re also offering more crowd-pleasing extras, from live music to artists’ tables to kids’ activities.
It could be a good year for shoppers, too: Healthy organic food remains fairly untouched by inflation that is driving up prices at grocery stores, and several event organizers say they are making it easier this year for recipients of Illinois Link/SNAP food assistance cards to use their benefits. Find a full list of 70-plus markets in the Chicago area and suburbs below, organized by day of the week for easy shopping.
City Center
Division Street City Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Near North SideHours: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, May 7 to Oct. 29Bells and whistles: Pet-friendly, accepts Link
📍 100 W. Division St, Chicago, IL 60610
Green City Market
Neighborhood/suburb: West LoopHours: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, May 7 to Oct. 26Bells and whistles: Matches Link/SNAP benefits, offers kids programming via Club Sprouts,
📍 115 S. Sangamon St, Chicago, IL 60607
South Loop Farmers Market Printers Row
Neighborhood/suburb: South LoopHours: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, May 28 to Oct. 15Bells and whistles: Pet-friendly, offers weekly activities led by SouthLoop Artist Cove
📍 632 S. Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60605
City North
Edgebrook Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Forest GlenHours: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Jul. 2 to Sep. 24Bells and whistles: Occasional events for kids, non-profit booths
📍 6525 N. Hiawatha Ave, Chicago, IL 60646
Green City Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Lincoln ParkHours: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Apr. 2 to Nov. 19Bells and whistles: Matches Link/SNAP benefits, dog friendly, offers chef demos and kids programming via Club Sprouts
📍 1817 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
Horner Park Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Irving ParkHours: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Jun. 4 to Oct. 22Bells and whistles: Offers prepared food and occasional live music, pet-friendly
📍 2741 W. Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Nettelhorst French Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Lake View EastHours: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Apr. 16 to Oct. 29Bells and whistles: Sells French-themed pastries and items, such as macarons
📍 3252 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Northcenter Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: North CenterHours: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Jun. 4 to Oct. 29Bells and whistles: Accepts Link, offers occasional live entertainment, dog-friendly
📍 4100 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
The Lincoln Park Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Lincoln ParkHours: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Apr. 30 to Nov. 19Bells and whistles: Pet-friendly, offers a knife-sharpening vendor and composting vendor
📍 2001 N. Orchard St, Chicago, IL 60614
City South
61st Street Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: WoodlawnHours: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, May 14 to Oct. 29Bells and whistles: Matches Link benefits, offers chef demonstrations, activities for kids and occasional live music, dog-friendly
📍 6100 S. Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
City West
Garfield Park Neighborhood Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Garfield ParkHours: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: 2nd and 4th Saturdays, Jun. 11 to Oct. 22Bells and whistles: Matches Link/SNAP benefits and features hyperlocal produce grown in the neighborhood. Many vendors offer pick up or delivery.
📍 135 N. Kedzie Ave (The Hatchery), Chicago, IL 60612
West Humboldt Park City Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Humboldt ParkHours: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Jun. 4 to Oct. 1Bells and whistles: Accepts Link
📍 3601 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Suburbs North
Arlington Heights Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Arlington HeightsHours: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: Saturday, May 14 to Oct. 15Bells and whistles: Often offers performances and kid-friendly events
📍 110 W. Fremont St, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Crystal Lake Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Crystal LakeHours: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Jun. 18 to Sep. 24Bells and whistles: Offers activities and crafts for kids
📍 90 E. Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Downtown Evanston Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: EvanstonHours: 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, May 7 to Nov. 5Bells and whistles: Features educational activities for children ages 2-10 and live music. Opens early for seniors’ hours from 7 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Vendors sell original artwork. Service animals allowed, live music
📍 University Ave. at Oak St. (behind Hilton Garden Inn), Evanston, IL 60201
Glenview Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: GlenviewHours: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Jun. 18 to Oct. 22Bells and whistles: Opens its Heritage Center farm grounds at 10 a.m., free parking, and offers Link Match
📍 1510 Wagner Rd (Historic Wagner Farm), Glenview, IL 60025
Park Ridge Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Park RidgeHours: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, May 28 to Oct. 29Bells and whistles: Live music; tents for kids’ activities, business of the week, and food pantry donations
📍 15 Prairie Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Winnetka Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: WinnetkaHours: 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Jun. 4 to Oct. 29Bells and whistles: Features e-bike test drives and accessible parking
📍 510 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093
Woodstock Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: WoodstockHours: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Apr. 23 to Oct. 22Bells and whistles: Offers live music on Saturdays at the market
📍 121 W. Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL 60098
Suburbs South
Park Forest Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Park ForestHours: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, May 7 to Oct. 29Bells and whistles: Accepts EBT/Link, WIC, and Senior Nutrition Coupons
📍 152 Main St., Park Forest, IL 60466
Tinley Park Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Tinley ParkHours: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Jun. 4 to Oct. 15Bells and whistles: Offers live music and entertainment
📍 17375 Oak Park Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477
Suburbs West
Aurora Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: AuroraHours: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Jun. 4 to Oct. 8Bells and whistles: Features food trucks and some live music and kids events
📍 65 Water St, Aurora, IL 60505
Brookfield Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: BrookfieldHours: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, Jun. 4 to Oct. 15Bells and whistles: Offers activities for kids
📍 8820 Brookfield Ave, Brookfield, IL 60513
Downers Grove Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Downers GroveHours: 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: Saturday, May 7 to Oct. 15Bells and whistles: Offers live music
📍 5001 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Naperville Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: NapervilleHours: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, June to NovemberBells and whistles: Offers on-site seating and live music
📍 200 E. 5th Ave, Naperville, IL 60563
Oak Park Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Oak ParkHours: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Saturday, May 21 to Oct. 29Bells and whistles: Provides transportation for seniors (it must be scheduled in advance). Features live music and on-site donuts. Accepts Link, Link Match
📍 460 Lake St (in the Pilgrim Church parking lot), Oak Park, IL 60302
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Sunday
A woman checks out the many types of jam available at the weekly market in Daley Plaza. Al Podgorski / Chicago Sun-Times
City Center
Maxwell Street Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Near West SideHours: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Dates: Sunday, Apr. 3 to Dec. 18Bells and whistles: Accepts Link, features live music and street food
📍 800 S. Desplaines St, Chicago, IL 60607
City North
Glenwood Sunday Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Rogers ParkHours: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Sunday (no market Jun. 26 or Aug. 21), Jun. 5 to Oct. 23Bells and whistles: Matches Link/SNAP benefits
📍 6900-7000 N. Glenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
Jefferson Park Sunday Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Jefferson ParkHours: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Dates: 2nd and 4th Sundays, May 1 to Oct. 23Bells and whistles: Features arts and craft vendors and performances, offers a plant swap early in the season
📍 4818 N Long Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
NorthPark Community Market
Neighborhood/suburb: North ParkHours: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Sunday (Jun. 12, 26 / Jul. 10, 24 / Aug. 28 / Sep. 25 / Oct. 16), Jun. 12 to Oct. 15Bells and whistles: Live music, activities for children, accepts Link
📍 5527 N. Kimball Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Northwest Side Farmers Market (pop-up)
Neighborhood/suburb: Irving ParkHours: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Dates: Sunday (May 22 / Jul. 3 / Oct. 30) , May 22 to Oct. 30Bells and whistles: Features arts and craft vendors and performances. Offers a plant swap early in the season
📍 4626 N Knox Ave (Irish American Heritage Center), Chicago, IL 60630
Portage Park Famers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Portage ParkHours: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Sunday (Jun. 5, 19 / Jul. 17, 31 / Aug. 7, 21 / Sep. 4, 18 / Oct. 2), Jun. 5 to Oct. 2Bells and whistles: N/A
📍 4000-4100 N. Long Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
Wicker Park Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Wicker ParkHours: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Sunday, May 15 to Oct. 30Bells and whistles: Accepts Link, pet-friendly
📍 1425 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
City South
Remixing the Narrative Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: RoselandHours: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Dates: Sunday (Jun. 5, 19 / Jul. 10, 24 / Aug. 7, 21 / Sep. 11, 25), Jun. 5 to Sep. 25Bells and whistles: Offers a free book table
📍 11001 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
95th Street Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: BeverlyHours: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Sunday , May 1 to Oct. 30Bells and whistles: Offers a weekly entertainment lineup and children’s activities such as face painting. Features a tent for community resources
📍 1835 W. 95th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Bronzeville City Market
Neighborhood/suburb: BronzevilleHours: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Sunday, Jul. 10 to Oct. 16Bells and whistles: Accepts Link
📍 4700 S. King Dr, Chicago, IL 60615
Hyde Park Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Hyde ParkHours: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Sunday, Jun. 5 to Sep. 25Bells and whistles: Accepts Link, offers occasional community events like dance classes
📍 1516-1528 E. 54th St, Chicago, IL 60615
Mercado Raices del Sur
Neighborhood/suburb: Brighton ParkHours: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Dates: First Sunday of the month, Jun. 5 to Oct. 2Bells and whistles: Accepts Link
📍 2537 W. 47th St, Chicago, IL 60632
City West
Growing Solutions Farm – Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii
Neighborhood/suburb: Near West SideHours: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: Sunday, Jun. 15 to Oct. 9Bells and whistles: Fresh produce from a farm where young adults with autism and related challenges gain vocational and social skills while getting outside in the fresh air
📍 1224 W. Lexington St, Chicago, IL 60607
Logan Square Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Logan SquareHours: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Dates: Sunday, May 8 to Oct. 30Bells and whistles: Offers SNAP Match and accepts Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks, features prepared food, pet-friendly
📍 3025-3113 W. Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
Suburbs North
Buffalo Grove Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Buffalo GroveHours: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: Sunday, Jun. 12 to Oct. 16Bells and whistles: Collects school supplies weekly to donate to students in fall
📍 951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Skokie Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: SkokieHours: 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: Sunday, Jun. 5 to Nov. 6Bells and whistles: Offers SNAP Match, free parking
📍 5127 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60077
Suburbs South
Suburbs West
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Wednesday
Chicago has a tradition of markets. Vicki Riemersma and Bill Zandstra from Zandstra Farms laugh with a customer at a farmer’s market near Armitage and Halsted streets in 1983. Richard Derk / Chicago Sun-Times
City Center
City North
Green City Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Lincoln ParkHours: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Wednesday, Apr. 2 to Nov. 19Bells and whistles: Matches Link/SNAP benefits, dog friendly, offers kids programming via Club Sprouts
📍 1817 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
Ravenswood Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: RavenswoodHours: 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Dates: Wednesday, Jun. 15 to Oct. 12Bells and whistles: Guest artists, retailers, health and wellness providers, food trucks, and local non-profit organizations
📍 4900 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Uptown Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: UptownHours: 2:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Dates: Wednesday, May 4 to Nov. 2Bells and whistles: Matches Link benefits, offers weekly raffle for farmers market voucher and composting service, dog-friendly
📍 4620 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
Andersonville Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: AndersonvilleHours: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Dates: Wednesday, May 11 to Oct. 19Bells and whistles: Matches Link/SNAP benefits, dog-friendly
📍 1500 W. Catalpa Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
City South
Garfield Ridge Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Garfield RidgeHours: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Dates: Wednesday, TBA to TBABells and whistles: Food trucks
📍 6072 S. Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
City West
Growing Solutions Farm – Onsite Stand
Neighborhood/suburb: Near West SideHours: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Wednesday, Jun. 1 to Oct. 26Bells and whistles: Fresh produce from a farm where young adults with autism and related challenges gain vocational and social skills while getting outside in the fresh air
📍 2200 W. Campbell Park Dr, Chicago, IL 60612
Suburbs North
Grayslake Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: GrayslakeHours: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Dates: Wednesday, Jun. 8 to Sep. 28Bells and whistles: Offers a spring market on Saturdays through Jun. 4. Also offers a fall market from October to December
📍 201 Center St, Grayslake, IL 60030
Suburbs South
Suburbs West
Elmhurst Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: ElmhurstHours: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Wednesday, Jun. 1 to Oct. 26Bells and whistles: N/A
📍 541 S York St, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Riverside Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: RiversideHours: 2:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Dates: Wednesday, Jun. 1 to Oct. 5Bells and whistles: Offers weekly programming, including kids activities and live music. Vendors sell prepared foods.
📍 10 Pine Ave, Riverside, IL 60546
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Thursday
Windy City Harvest has a produce stall at the South Loop Farmers Market on Thursday evenings. Natalie Watts / Chicago Sun-Times
City Center
Daley Plaza City Market
Neighborhood/suburb: LoopHours: 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Thursday, May 12 to Oct. 27Bells and whistles: Accepts Link, sometimes offers live music
📍 50 W. Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602
South Loop Farmers Market Grant Park
Neighborhood/suburb: South LoopHours: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.Dates: Thursday, Jun. 2 to Oct. 13Bells and whistles: Pet-friendly, offers weekly activities led by SouthLoop Artist Cove
📍 1201 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
City North
Lincoln Square Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Lincoln SquareHours: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Dates: Thursday, May 3 to Oct. 27Bells and whistles: Accepts Link starting in June, offers a compost service, pet-friendly
📍 2309 W. Leland Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
City South
Growing Home Farmstand
Neighborhood/suburb: West EnglewoodHours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Dates: Thursday, May 12 to Oct. 20Bells and whistles: Features cooking demonstrations with free samples and recipe cards for healthy meals. Offers free farm tours and says WIC, SNAP, EBT and senior coupons are double-valued.
📍 1844 W. 59th St, Chicago, IL 60636
City West
Amita Saints Mary and Elizabeth West Town Health Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: West TownHours: 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.Dates: Thursday, Jun. 2 to Oct. 27Bells and whistles: Accepts Link
📍 1125-1127 N. Oakley Blvd, Chicago, IL 60622
Austin Town Hall City Market
Neighborhood/suburb: AustinHours: 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.Dates: Thursday, Jun. 9 to Oct. 27Bells and whistles: Accepts Link/SNAP
📍 5610 W. Lake St, Chicago, IL 60644
PCC Austin Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: AustinHours: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Thursday, Jun. 2 to Oct. 27Bells and whistles: Offers Link Match, accepts WIC and Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program checks
📍 330 N. Lotus Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
Suburbs North
MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: LibertyvilleHours: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Thursday, Jun. 2 to Oct. 20Bells and whistles: Some vendors offer online ordering days before the market so shoppers can pick up items quickly
📍 413 N. Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL 60048
Suburbs South
Market at the Park
Neighborhood/suburb: Orland ParkHours: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.Dates: Thursday, TBA to TBABells and whistles: Offers live music, free parking
📍 9705 W. 142nd St, Orland Park, IL 60462
Market in the Glen
Neighborhood/suburb: Homer GlenHours: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Dates: 1st and 3rd Thursdays, Jul. 7 to Sep. 15Bells and whistles: Offers live entertainment
📍 14240 W. 151st St, Homer Glen, IL 60491
Suburbs West
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Friday
Mary Imgmire looks at the fruit in the Windy Hill Farm stand at the farmers market in downtown Joliet. John Patsch / Chicago Sun-Times
City Center
City North
City South
Back of the Yards Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: Back of the YardsHours: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.Dates: Friday, May 6 to Nov. 3Bells and whistles: Accepts Link, offers coupons for senior citizens and locally sourced bulk products
📍 940 W. 50th Pl, Chicago, IL 60609
City West
Growing Solutions Farm – Onsite Stand
Neighborhood/suburb: Near West SideHours: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.Dates: Friday, Jun. 1 to Oct. 26Bells and whistles: Fresh produce from a farm where young adults with autism and related challenges gain vocational and social skills while getting outside in the fresh air
📍 2200 W. Campbell Park Dr, Chicago, IL 60612
Suburbs North
Schaumburg Farmers Market
Neighborhood/suburb: SchaumburgHours: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Dates: Friday, Jun. 3 to Oct. 28Bells and whistles: Vendors sell prepared food
📍 190 S. Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193
Suburbs South
Joliet Community Market
Neighborhood/suburb: JolietHours: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dates: Friday, June to SeptemberBells and whistles: Offers live music
📍 102 N. Chicago St, Joliet, IL 60432
Suburbs West
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