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Downtown Farmers' Market: July 6, 2024

Date: Saturday, Jul. 6, 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!  

On July 6, UnityPoint Health – Des Moines will be onsite with staff with their Medication Assistance Program. Stop by and learn more about UnityPoint Health – Des Moines and their service lines! 

Vendors

Search for your favorite Market vendors and discover new ones in the complete vendor list. 

Spark DSM Business Incubator 

Check out our rotation of vendors in the Spark DSM Business Incubator sponsored by Principal Financial Group ® and EMC Insurance. The Spark DSM Business Incubator supports small and/or startup businesses at major events in Greater Des Moines (DSM) including The Market. 

This week check out these Spark DSM vendors:

  • Lucky Birdee Asian Waffles  
  • Reyes Tamales 
  • Edara Wellness 

Entertainers 

Enjoy live music from local performers while you shop. This week, hear these performers: 

  • Cucho Madero 
  • The Singing Jukebox 
  • Professor Von Air 
  • Hunter Clark and Derek Jessen 
  • The Travelers 
  • The UnityPoint Ensemble 

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: 

  • Des Moines Music Coalition – 80/35 Music Festival  
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