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SATURDAY
City Center
Day: Saturdays Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 4 to Nov. 23
Bells and whistles:
All vendors must be local to the Midwest. Live music and cooking demos. Prepared food offerings include bagel sandwiches, pastries, pies and grilled cheese. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
West Loop115 S. Sangamon St., Chicago, IL 60607
(in Mary Bartelme Park; Oct. 21-Nov. 18, the market moves to Sangamon Street between Adams and Monroe)
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Day: Saturdays (no market Sept. 7)Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 18 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Specialty vendors include seasonal non-alcoholic drinks, ice cream from Yoberri, clothing and home goods by local designers. Rotating food trucks. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
South Loop632 S. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL 60605
Instagram City North
Day: Every other Saturday Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: July 6 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Yoga, entertainment for kids and dance fitness classes. Prepared food offerings include baked goods from Au Levain and Zeitlin's Deli, tamales, breakfast sandwiches, Meditteranean food and fresh juices.
Location:
Forest Glen6525 N. Hiawatha Ave. , Chicago, IL 60646
(Edgebrook Park)
Instagram
Day: Saturdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: April 6 to Nov. 23
Bells and whistles:
All vendors must be local to the Midwest. Live music and cooking demos. Prepared food offerings include bagel sandwiches, pastries, pies and grilled cheese. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Lincoln Park1817 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614
Instagram
Day: Saturdays Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 1 to Oct. 12
Bells and whistles:
Live music and free yoga at 10 a.m. (weather permitting). Prepared food offerings (varies weekly) include coffee, tamales, tacos, empanolis, eggrolls, chicken wings, orange chicken, fried rice, smoothies and pressed juice.
Location:
Irving Park2741 W. Montrose Ave. , Chicago, IL 60618
(in Horner Park)
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Day: Saturdays (no market Sept. 21)Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 22 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Live music, family friendly activities and cafe-style seating. Specialty vendors include honey, black angus beef, eggs, tamales, artisanal breads and cheeses, plants, fresh flower arrangements, skincare and handmade soaps. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
North Center4100 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
Instagram
Day: Saturdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 4 to Nov. 23
Bells and whistles:
Specialty vendors include flowers, coffee, juice, kombucha, teas, baked goods, pickles, pasta, hummus, falafel. The market holds an annual Halloween pet costume contest.
Location:
Lincoln Park2001 N. Orchard St., Chicago, IL 60614
(parking lot of Lincoln Park High School)
Instagram City South
Auburn Gresham Farmers Market
Day: Saturdays Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: May 25 to Aug. 3
Bells and whistles:
Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Auburn Gresham1341 W. 79th St., Chicago, IL 60620
Day: Saturdays (June 22, 29; July 13, 27; Aug. 10, 24; Sept. 8, 14, 21; Oct. 5, 19)Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 22 to Oct. 19
Bells and whistles:
Live music, health and wellness activities, activities for kids. Speciality vendors include fresh smoothies, hair and skin products, jewelry, clothing and accessories, plants and flowers, and home goods. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Englewood5822 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621
(Englewood Village Plaza)
Instagram
Day: Saturdays (Aug. 17, Sept. 21, Oct. 26)Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: August 17 to Oct. 26
Location:
Bronzeville3424 S. State St. , Chicago, IL 60616
(under the Green Line station between 35th and 34th streets)
Day: Saturdays Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (starting June 1st starts at 9:30 a.m.)Dates: May 18 to Oct. 24
Bells and whistles:
Farm tours every Saturday at 1 p.m. Fresh vegetable delivery available. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
South Chicago9001 S. Mackinaw Ave., Chicago, IL 60617
Instagram
Day: Saturdays Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: May 11 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Activities tent for kids, chef demos, educational activities for adults focusing on sustainability and gardening, and live music. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Woodlawn6100 S. Blackstone Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
(at 61st Street and Dorchester)
Facebook | Instagram
Day: Saturdays (3rd of every month: June 15, July 20, August 17, Sept. 21, Oct. 19)Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Dates: June 15 to Oct. 19
Bells and whistles:
Every market has a swapping theme — clothing, plants, books, DVDs, medical equipment and more. Also, cooking demonstrations, live music, and occassional workshops, such as yoga, kombucha making, foraging and bike repairs. Specialty vendors include include conchas, guava jam, and Mexican inspired treats; sourdough bread and bagels; cold pressed juices, flowers and body care products. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Back of the Yards4459 S. Marshfield Ave., Chicago, IL 60613
Instagram City West
Day: Saturdays (2nd and 4th of the month) Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: March 15 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Live music. Specialty vendors include fresh biscuits, jellies/jams, local honey and pickles. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Garfield Park135 N. Kedzie Ave. , Chicago, IL 60612
(The Hatchery)
Instagram
Day: Saturdays Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Dates: June 1 to Oct. 5
Bells and whistles:
Guitar lessons, Zumba, mariachi and specialty vendors including honey, candles, baked goods inspired by Mexican flavors and salsas. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
South Lawndale4345 W. 26th St. , Chicago, IL 60623
(Manuel Perez Memorial Plaza)
Suburbs North
Day: Saturdays Hours: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.Dates: May 11 to Oct. 12
Bells and whistles:
Live music and activities for families such as face painting and Barbie day.
Prepared food offering include baked goods, coffee, breakfast sandwiches and burritos, make-your-own waffles, smoothie bowls, empanadas and falafel.
Location:
Arlington Heights110 W. Fremont St. , Arlington Heights, IL 60004
(West Fremont Street and North Vail Street)
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Day: Saturdays Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 15 to Sept. 28
Bells and whistles:
Live music, free crafting for kids and occasional food trucks. Specialty vendors include microgreens, flowers, coffee and local olive oil.
Location:
Crystal Lake88 E. Woodstock St. , Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(next to downtown train depot)
Instagram
Day: Saturdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: June 8 to Oct. 5
Bells and whistles:
Live music and activities for kids. Prepared foods stands include crepes, waffles, tamales, hummus bowls, coffee and fresh apple cider doughnuts.
Location:
DeerfieldPark Ave & Hazel Ave, Deerfield, IL 60015
(Park Avenue between Jewett Park Drive and Hazel Avenue)
Facebook
Day: Saturdays Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 6 to Nov. 4
Bells and whistles:
Activities for kids. Prepared food offerings include crepes, baked goods, frozen yogurt and ice cream and baklava. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Evanston1800 Maple Ave., Evanston, IL 60201
(University Place and Oak Avenue)
Facebook
Day: Saturdays Hours: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.Dates: June 15 to Oct. 19
Bells and whistles:
Live music. Prepared food offerings include coffee, crepes, baked goods and doughnuts. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Glenview1510 Wagner Road , Glenview, IL 60025
(at Wagner Farm)
Instagram
Day: Saturdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 25 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Kids activities and weekly live music. Specialty vendors include plants and flowers, honey, olive oils, ice cream, sauces, jams, pickled vegetables and dog treats. Lots of prepared food options. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Park Ridge15 Prairie Ave., Park Ridge, IL 60068
Facebook
Day: Saturdays Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: June 1 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Live music. Prepared food stands include hot dogs, tamales, falafel, Belgian waffles and baked goods. The market is also a composting drop-off location.
Location:
Winnetka754 Elm St., Winnetka, IL 60093
(in the Winnetka train station parking lot)
Wilmette French Market
Day: Saturdays Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: April 20 to Nov. 2
Bells and whistles:
Live music and local artisan foods.
Location:
Wilmette722 Green Bay Road , Wilmette, IL 60091
(east of the Wilmette Metra station)
Instagram Suburbs South
Day: Saturdays (2nd and 4th of the month) Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 11 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Live music. Prepared food stands include BBQ, Mexican food, kettle corn and roasted nuts. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Beecher540 Oak Park Ave., Beecher, IL 60401
Facebook
Day: Saturdays Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 25 to Oct. 12
Bells and whistles:
Pop-up cardio dance classes, face painting and yoga for kids, chef demos. Specialty vendors include popcorn, nuts, dog treats, cheese, teas, chocolates, handmade jewelry and candles.
Location:
Homewood18020 Martin Ave., Homewood, IL 60430
(Martin Square)
Park Forest Main Street Market
Day: Saturdays Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 4 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Specialty vendors include eco-friendly cleaning products, handmade candles and a BBQ truck. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Park Forest152 Main St., Braidwood, IL 60466
Day: Saturdays (no market July 20)Hours: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: June 1 to Oct. 12
Bells and whistles:
Live music and family yoga. Prepared food offerings include coffee, breakfast tacos, bagels, tamales, pizza, hot dogs and beef sandwiches.
Location:
Tinley Park17375 Oak Park Ave. , Tinley Park, IL 60477
(east side of the parking lot)
Facebook Suburbs West
Day: Saturdays Hours: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.Dates: June 1 to Oct. 5
Bells and whistles:
Live music, yoga and gardening demos. Prepared food offerings include BBQ, doughnuts and empanadas. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Aurora65 Water St., Aurora, IL 60505
Facebook | Instagram
Day: Saturdays Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 1 to Oct. 12
Bells and whistles:
Live music and a pie/chili/bbq competition in October. Prepared food offerings include Belgian waffles, tamales, muffins, churros and vegan desserts. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Brookfield8820 Brookfield Ave., Brookfield, IL 60513
Facebook | Instagram
Day: Saturdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: May 11 to Oct 19
Bells and whistles:
Live music. Specialty vendors include doughnuts, bread, juice, pickles, meats and knife sharpening.
Location:
Downers Grove5001 Main St. , Downers Grove, IL 60515
(Main Street Metra station parking lot)
Facebook
Day: Saturdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.Dates: June 1 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Live music. Special events include Summer Fest (Aug. 10), Fall Fest (Sept. 28) and the market's Halloween Parade (Oct. 26). Prepared food offerings include: avocado toast, breakfast items, coffee, doughnuts, smoothies, Acai bowls, burgers and kabobs. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Naperville 200 E. 5th Ave., Naperville, IL 60563
Instagram
Day: Saturdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 18 to Oct. 26
Bells and whistles:
Live bluegrass music. Rides for seniors (pickups from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for residents of Oak Park and River Forest; $1 suggested donation) and vouchers for low-income seniors to exchange for eligible foods. Events include Corn Roast (Aug. 10) and a Pie Bake Off (Sept. 7). Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Oak Park460 Lake St., Oak Park, IL 60302
(in the Pilgrim Church parking lot)
Instagram
SUNDAY
City Center
Day: Sundays (May 26; June 30; July 28; Sept. 1, 29; Oct. 27)Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: May 26 to Oct. 27
Bells and whistles:
Live entertainment. Specialty vendors include handmade crafts, clothing and resale housewares. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Near West Side798 W. Maxwell St., Chicago, IL 60607
City North
Day: Sundays (2nd and 4th of the month) Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 9 to Oct. 27
Bells and whistles:
Live music (bluegrass, Irish, acoustic guitar) and seminars on composting. Specialty vendors include coffee, baked goods, tacos, fresh-cut flowers and ice cream. Once a month, Independence Pork sells sandwiches and hot dogs to benefit the Irving Park food pantry. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Irving Park3900 Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL 60618
(Independence Park)
Facebook
Day: Sundays (2nd and 4th of the month) Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Dates: June 9 to Oct. 27
Bells and whistles:
Live music. Prepared food stands include tacos, tamales, elotes and nachos; slider-style sandwiches; lumpia, lechon, and ube treats; and ice cream, including pup treats. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Jefferson Park4818 N. Long Ave., Chicago, IL 60630
Facebook | Instagram
Day: Sundays (May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18, Sept 15, Oct 20)Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: May 19 to Oct. 20
Bells and whistles:
Live music. On Sept. 15, the market hosts its Bryn Mawr Block Party with extended hours (10 a.m.-6 p.m.), featuring face painting, a bounce house and a live-music stage. Prepared food offerings include Filipino chicken wings, tamales, tacos, doughnuts and sandwiches. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
North Park5515 N. Kimball Ave., Chicago, IL 60625
(at Peterson Elementary School community field)
Day: Sundays (May 19, July, 7, October 20 only) Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Dates: May 19 to Oct. 20
Bells and whistles:
Live music and an on-site pub. Prepared food offerings include tacos, tamales, slider-style sandwhiches, lumpia and ube treats, ice cream and coffee. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Irving Park4626 N. Knox Ave. , Chicago, IL 60630
(Irish American Heritage Center)
Instagram
Day: Sundays (first, third and fifth Sundays; no market July 7) Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: June 4 to Oct. 1
Bells and whistles:
Live music and crafts for kids. Specialty vendors include crepes, tamales, coffee, children's haircuts and a honey seller that has a bee-hive observation case. On Oct. 6, the market hosts a neighborhood craft fair. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Portage Park4100 N. Long Ave. , Chicago, IL 60641
(corner of Irving Park Road and Long Avenue)
Instagram
Day: Sundays Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 9 to Oct. 13
Bells and whistles:
Specialty vendors include bagels, baked goods, coffee, cheese, tamales and tacos, soap and body butters, baklava, doughnuts, candles and nuts. Look for dog photo shoots, pop-up workout classes and a bounce house. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Roscoe Village3035 N. Hoyne Ave. , Chicago, IL 60618
(in Hamlin Park)
Day: Sundays Hours: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: May 5 to Oct. 27
Bells and whistles:
Live music every Sunday and free Pilates (8-9 a.m.) and yoga classes (9-10 a.m.). Specialty vendors include Zeitlins Deli and Dorothy's Chicago (bagels), Pickled Prince (giardiniera), JunBug (Kombucha), Tamales Express; and Petals Farm (flowers). Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Wicker Park1425 N. Damen Ave. , Chicago, IL 60622
(in Wicker Park)
Instagram City South
Day: Sundays Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 5 to Oct. 27
Bells and whistles:
Live music every Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon, face painting for kids and cooking demos. Prepared food stands includes coffee, BBQ, polish sausage, pop-up chefs from the Chicago area, juice and tamales.
Location:
Beverly1835 W. 95th St. , Chicago, IL 60643
Facebook
Day: Sundays Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: July 14 to Oct. 20
Bells and whistles:
Monthly chef demos using market ingredients. Specialty vendors include baked goods, popcorn, handcrafted soaps, artisan jewelry and spices. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Bronzeville4700 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60615
Instagram City West Suburbs North
Day: Sundays Hours: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: June 16 to Oct. 13
Bells and whistles:
Live music, events for kids. Specialty vendors include cheese, lemonades, coffee, pierogis, tacos, tamales, Indian food, flowers, doughnuts, cotton candy and popcorn. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Buffalo Grove951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Facebook
Day: Sundays (no market June 30 and July 7)Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: May 26 to Oct. 27
Bells and whistles:
Live music, food trucks, bar and free children's activities such as balloon twisting and face painting. Specialty vendors include pastries, macarons, cupcakes, pierogis, tamales, jerky, kombucha and treats for dogs.
Location:
Crystal Lake401 Country Club Road , Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Instagram
Day: Sundays Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Dates: June 2 to Nov. 3
Bells and whistles:
Live music weekly and kids' activites. Prepared food stands include
pizza by the slice, tamales and hot dogs. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Skokie5127 Oakton St., Skokie, IL 60077
Instagram Suburbs South
Day: Sundays Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: April 21 to Oct. 27
Bells and whistles:
Live performances on the Breidert Green stage. Specialty vendors include flowers, plants, meat, eggs, poultry and canned goods. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
FrankfortKansas Street and Oak Street, Frankfort, IL 60423
(in the Chamber of Commerce parking lot, the Breidert Green Park parking lot and on Oak Street)
Facebook
Day: Sundays Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Dates: June 2 to Sept. 22
Bells and whistles:
Prepared food offerings include Filipino food, hot dogs, cakes, cookies and tacos. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Plainfield22525 W. Lockport St. , Plainfield, IL 60544
Facebook
MONDAY
City North
Day: Mondays Hours: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.Dates: June 3 to Sept. 30
Bells and whistles:
Live music, cooking demos and wellness activities. Prepared food offerings include Jamaican, Mexican and Korean items. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Edgewater5917 N. Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60660
Instagram Suburbs South Suburbs West
Day: Mondays Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 3 to Oct. 13
Bells and whistles:
Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Hinsdale30 E. Chicago Ave. , Hinsdale, IL 60521
(Chicago Avenue between Garfield and Washington streets)
TUESDAY
City Center
Day: Tuesdays Hours: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.Dates: May 14 to Sept. 24
Bells and whistles:
Live music, lawn games, board game cart and on-site bar. Prepared food stands include frozen yogurt, fresh-pressed juice, polish sausage, pierogi, vegan empanadas, tamales from Tamales Express and bagels from Zeitlin’s Delicatessen.
Location:
West Loop320 S. Canal St. , Chicago, IL 60606
(across from Union Station)
Instagram
Day: Tuesdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: June 6 to Oct. 31
Bells and whistles:
On June 11, the market offers a special opening event with live music and raffles. Prepared food vendors include pastries, cookies, grilled cheese, crepes, iced coffee, flowers, pies and cheese.
Location:
Streeterville220 E. Chicago Ave. , Chicago, IL 60611
Instagram City North
Day: Tuesdays Hours: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.Dates: June 4 to Oct. 8
Bells and whistles:
Live music. Special events include live chef demos from local restaurants for National Farmers Market Week on August 6 and a Rosh Hashanah Market on October 1. Prepared food offerings include baked goods, tamales and Japaneses rice balls. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Lake View3410 N. Southport Ave., Chicago, IL 60657
Facebook | Instagram
Day: Tuesdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.Dates: May 7 to Oct. 31
Bells and whistles:
Cooking demonstrations and prepared food stands, including tamales, chicken and waffles and doughnuts. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Lincoln Square4513 N. Lincoln Ave. , Chicago, IL 60625
Instagram City South Suburbs North Suburbs West
Day: Tuesdays Hours: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.Dates: June 11 to Oct. 15
Bells and whistles:
Live music, kids market in August where kids wash and sell produce. Prepared food offerings include bagel burgers, empanadas, fluffy pancakes, beer and cocktails. Link/SNAP not accepted.
Location:
Lemont322 Main St., Lemont, IL 60439
Instagram
WEDNESDAY
City North
Day: Wednesdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 1 to Oct. 30
Bells and whistles:
All vendors must be local to the Midwest. Live music and cooking demos. Prepared food offerings include bagel sandwiches, pastries, pies and grilled cheese. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Lincoln Park1817 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614
Instagram
Day: Wednesdays Hours: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.Dates: May 8 to Oct 16
Bells and whistles:
This market focuses on prepared food. Vendors include tamales, empanolis, ice cream, craft vinegars, coffee, fresh pasta, baked goods and pop-ups throughout the season. Every other week an adoptable dog is available. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Ravenswood4900 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL 60625
Facebook
Day: Wednesdays Hours: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.Dates: May 15 to Oct. 23
Bells and whistles:
Live entertainment, cooking demos and stuff for kids. Prepared food stands include Italian arancini, onigiris, samosas and mango lassi, Filipino street food, Korean rice rolls, gelato and gluten-free pies. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Andersonville1500 W. Catalpa Ave., Chicago, IL 60640
Facebook | Instagram City South
Day: Wednesdays Hours: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.Dates: June 5 to Sept. 25
Bells and whistles:
Live music on certain weeks. Prepared food offerings include tamales and food trucks.
Location:
Garfield Ridge6400 S. Archer Ave., Chicago, IL 60638
(at Archer and Narragansett)
Instagram City West
Day: Wednesdays Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: May 15 to Nov. 1
Bells and whistles:
Fresh produce from a farm where young adults with autism and related challenges gain vocational and social skills. Profits support their programming.
Location:
Near West Side2200 W. Campbell Park Drive, Chicago, IL 60612
Facebook | Instagram Suburbs North
Day: Wednesdays Hours: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.Dates: June 5 to Sept. 25
Bells and whistles:
Live music, face painting and balloon art. Prepared food offerings include lumpia, pancet, French fries, grilled corn, apple-cider doughnuts, spanakopita and stuffed grape leaves.
Location:
Grayslake201 Center St. , Grayslake, IL 60030
(corner of Whitney and Center streets)
Facebook
Northbrook Farmers Market 🐕
Day: Wednesdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 19 to Oct. 9
Bells and whistles:
Specialty vendors include soaps, cheese, honey, fudge, nuts, knife sharpening and baked goods. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
NorthbrookCherry Ln &, Meadow Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062
(corner of Cherry and Meadow)
Instagram Suburbs South
Day: Wednesdays (no market July 3)Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 8 to Oct. 9
Bells and whistles:
During the summer weekly scavenger hunt with prizes for kids. Prepared foods stands include burritos and tamales, soft pretzels, coffee and baked goods. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Palos Heights12217 S. Harlem Ave., Palos Heights, IL 60463
Facebook Suburbs West
Day: Wednesdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 5 to Oct. 30
Bells and whistles:
Shoppers will also find baked goods, honey, juice, coffee, bagels, bread, doughnuts and cheese. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Elmhurst541 S York St, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Instagram
Day: Wednesdays (no market July 3)Hours: 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.Dates: June 5 to Oct. 9
Bells and whistles:
Live music and activities for kids. Prepared food offerings include Polish sausage, wood-fired pizza, bagels, tamales, smoothies, baked goods and coffee. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Riverside10 Pine Ave., Riverside, IL 60546
THURSDAY
City Center
Day: Thursdays (no market July 4)Hours: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dates: May 23 to Oct. 24
Bells and whistles:
Farm produce, baked goods, crepes, doughnuts, coffee, tea and smoothies among more than 50 vendors. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Loop50 W. Washington St., Chicago, IL 60602
Day: Thursdays (no market July 4)Hours: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.Dates: June 13 to Oct. 3
Bells and whistles:
Live music, pet and family portrait sessions, prepared food vendors and rotating food trucks. Free validated two-hour parking is available onsite. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
South Loop150 W. Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60605
Roosevelt Collection
Instagram City North
Day: Thursdays Hours: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.Dates: May 2, except for July 4 to Nov. 19
Bells and whistles:
Cooking demonstrations and prepared food stands, including tamales, chicken and waffles and doughnuts. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Lincoln Square4513 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60625
Instagram City South
Day: Thursdays Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Dates: May 2 to Oct. 31
Bells and whistles:
All farm stands offer cooking demonstrations, free samples and recipe cards. Free tours of the farm also available. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
West Englewood1844 W. 59th St., Chicago, IL 60636
Facebook City West
Day: Thursdays Hours: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.Dates: June 6 to Oct. 31
Bells and whistles:
Live music, massage therapists, activities for kids and cooking demos. Look for special pop-up events on Juneteenth and Halloween. Speciality vendors include meat, eggs, vegan options and bread. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
Austin5610 W. Lake St., Chicago, IL 60644
Facebook | Instagram Suburbs North
Day: Thursdays (no market June 13)Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 1 to Oct. 19
Bells and whistles:
Live music and children's reading programs at the oldest farmers market in Lake County. Prepared food offerings include tamales, empanadas, mini-doughnuts, pierogies, Polish sausage sandwiches, crepes, liege waffles and appetizers from Singh's Kitchen.
Location:
Libertyville413 N. Milwaukee Ave. , Libertyville, IL 60048
(in Cook Park and at West Church Street)
Facebook Suburbs South
Day: Thursdays Hours: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.Dates: June 6 to Aug. 15
Bells and whistles:
Live music from 6:30 to 8 p.m., ready-to-eat foods, crafts, kids activities, vintage products and home decor. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Orland Park15609 Park Station Blvd., Orland Park, IL 60462
(in Centennial West Park)
Suburbs West
Day: Thursdays Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: May 9 to Oct. 24
Bells and whistles:
Live music and activities for kids. Specialty vendors include soups, salads, Italian ice, bagels, baked goods, cookies and skin care products. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
La GrangeEast Harris Avenue and LaGrange Road, La Grange, IL 60525
(Harris Avenue between LaGrange Road and 6th Avenue)
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FRIDAY
City West
Day: Fridays Hours: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.Dates: May 15 to Nov. 1
Bells and whistles:
Fresh produce from a farm where young adults with autism and related challenges gain vocational and social skills. Profits support their programming.
Location:
Near West Side2200 W. Campbell Park Drive, Chicago, IL 60612
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Day: Fridays Hours: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. (summer); 7 p.m. (fall)Dates: June 7 to Oct. 11
Bells and whistles:
On June 14, chef demos, live music and Black business vendors; on July 19, glow-in-the-dark after-hours bike parade; on Aug. 2, exhibits from local artists; on Sept. 13, Hispanic Heritage Week, featuring cooking demos and music. Specialty vendors include freeze-dried candy, gluten-free baked goods, vegan cheesecakes, crocheted plushies and CBD products. Accepts Link/SNAP.
Location:
ElginSouth Riverside Drive, Elgin, IL 60120
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Day: Fridays Hours: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.Dates: June 7 to Oct. 11
Bells and whistles:
Live music and children's entertainment. Prepared food vendors include
waffles, empanadas and crepes. Link/SNAP accepted on vendor basis.
Location:
Lake Bluff40 E. Center Ave. , Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(across from Village Hall)
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Schaumburg Farmers Market
Day: Fridays Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 7 to Oct. 25
Bells and whistles:
Music, family friendly activities and community programming. Prepared food offerings include meat pies, juices, pierogies, empanadas, freshly squeezed lemonade, crepes, veggie burgers and sorbet made onsite.
Location:
Schaumburg190 S. Roselle Road , Schaumburg, IL 60193
(Trickster Cultural Center parking lot)
Suburbs South
Day: Fridays Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Dates: June 7 to Sept. 27
Bells and whistles:
Live music, monthly raffles and workouts. Specialty vendors include candles, drink mixes, local honey, all-natural dog treats and olive oil from Greece.
Location:
Hickory Hills 8652 W. 95th St. , Hickory Hills, IL 60457
(parking lot)
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