Shop These 2023 Winter Farmers’ Market Vendors

With nearly 150 vendors on-site at the Winter Farmers’ Market in Downtown Des Moines (DSM), holiday shopping kicks off with a bang this year. From Friday, Nov. 17 to Sunday, Nov. 19, visit the many baked goods, holiday décor and specialty gift vendors. There will be clothing gifts for Mom and pastries for friends. The Winter Market is the place to be to discover the perfect thing for anyone on your holiday shopping list.

Winter Market hours will be as follows:

• Friday, Nov. 17: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Saturday, Nov. 18: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Sunday, Nov. 19: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

20 Winter Market Items to Check Out This Weekend

Market Location: Apple Avenue

• Winter Seasonal Scents from Iowa Beard Co., including brand-new scents Frosty and Hinkle
• Pork Tallow Savles, Balms and Soaps from Meadowlark Farm
• Soy Wax Candles — Christmas Time and Merry Mistletoe are festive choices! — from Oak Lane Candle Co.
• Holiday Cards from The Permanent Collection Letterpress + Design Studio

Market Location: Bean Sprout Boulevard

• Winter Gifts from Fontenelle Supply Co., including some of the items in their first-ever Holiday Gift Guide
• Handmade Journals from Papercake Creations
• Art from The Red Door Press
• Healthy Hair Products from The Joy of Curls

Market Location: Gourd Grove

• Gluten-Free Bread from Bella Bread Company
• High-Quality Dog Food from Elzie’s Home-Cooked Dog Food (Spark DSM Vendor Only On-site Saturday)
• Honey from Soder Apiaries
• Herbs from Pickle Creek Herbs

Market Location: Lettuce Lane

• Dichroic Glass Jewelry from Earth & Fire
• Yard Décor from Ho Ho Ho
• New Creations from M & D Designs
• Wines from O So Good Winery
• Handcrafted Gemstone Jewelry from Piedras Haseya

Market Location: Pumpkin Place

• Ornaments from Maeshea Customs
• Reversible Placemats and Table Runners from Sisters by Heart
• Knock-Your-Socks-Off Seasonings from The Sweatshop Pepper Farm: Spices, Snacks and Gifts

We hope to see you at the Winter Downtown Farmers’ Market at Hy-Vee Hall for this three-day event!

The holiday season is the perfect time to shop local in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Support local businesses, creators and makers across the region. You can find ideas on where to shop using the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s #DSMlocal Guides and other regional business directories listed here.

From May to October, experience local artists, live music and entertainment at the Downtown Farmers’ Market featuring more than 300 family farmers, bakers, artists and crafters from around the state. It’s easy to visit with plentiful and affordable street and ramp parking options. Find the latest updates for The Market each week on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

In November, experience local artists, live music and entertainment at the Winter Farmers’ Market, now taking place at the Iowa Events Center.