Downtown Farmers' Market: May 4, 2024
Date: Saturday, May. 4, 2024 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Historic Court District
Event Information
Featuring over 300 vendors from 43 Iowa counties, the Downtown Farmers’ Market in Historic Court District in Downtown Des Moines (DSM) offers scores of tasty treats each summer on Saturdays. Visitors can enjoy locally grown produce, farm fresh eggs, baked goods and Iowa-raised meat, including beef, pork, chicken, goat, rabbit, lamb and tilapia! The adventure doesn’t stop there either. Guests can enjoy local artists, live music and entertainment, ready-to-eat foods, special programming and learning opportunities all in the course of a Saturday morning. Whether it’s seasonal flowers, locally produced wine or a new culinary adventure, there’s always something to experience at the Downtown Farmers’ Market.
This event is free and open to the public.
UnityPoint Health – Des Moines Programming
As The Market's presenting sponsor, UnityPoint Health – Des Moines brings helpful wellness and prevention programs directly to The Market! From health screenings to weekly giveaways, UnityPoint Health – Des Moines will be on-site each Saturday to support its mission of healing, caring and teaching. Stop by their booth to learn more!
Vendors
Search for your favorite Market vendors and discover new ones in the complete vendor list.
Entertainers
Enjoy live music from local performers while you shop. This week, hear these performers:
- The Travelers
- Brownian Motion
- Lani
- Al Sinatra Sings
- Cucho Madero
- Professor Von Air
Community Corner
Stop by the Community Corner on Third Street, south of Court Avenue, to find out what is happening in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Local charitable organizations — welcomed as Saturday Salutes at The Market — promote learning opportunities, Downtown events and community resources each Saturday. This week, check out the Saturday Salutes:
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden – We are a nonprofit garden that is committed to our focus of Welcome. Gather. Grow.
Market Extras and Special Programming
Enjoy unique programming from Market sponsors during your visit. Learn more about all the Market programming, including special Market deals happening every week. This week, check out this special programming: