Photo: Greater Des Moines Partnership
(Des Moines, IA) -- The Downtown Des Moines Farmer's Market opening day will be Saturday, May 7th. The Market takes place every Saturday morning from May through October. Hours are 7 a.m. – Noon, with a later start time during October when hours are 8 a.m. – Noon.
The Market spans nine city blocks in Downtown Des Moines (DSM) in the Historic Court District: On Court Avenue from Water Street to Fifth Avenue and extending north and south on Second Avenue, Third Street and Fourth Street.
The Greater Des Moines Partnership says the market supports nearly 275 local small business owners, including farmers, producers, bakers and artists that represent 50 counties across the state of Iowa.
“Opening Day is a special day each year in Downtown DSM, and we look forward to welcoming back tens of thousands of visitors to experience one of the most vibrant farmers’ markets in the country,” said Tiffany Tauscheck, Chief Operations Officer at the Greater Des Moines Partnership and President of Downtown DSM, Inc. “The Des Moines Downtown Farmers’ Market supports farmers, fresh food producers, artisans and small businesses from across the state and presents a gathering spot in Downtown.”
The Downtown Farmers’ Market began in 1976 with just 15 vendors and an average of 200 shoppers. Today, The Market supports more than 300 vendors and welcomes an average of 25,000 visitors each Saturday. An estimated 40,000 shoppers typically visit on Opening Day and key peak dates throughout the season.
More information, including a full list of 2022 vendors, will be announced in coming weeks. Visit desmoinesfarmersmarket.com for more information.