Downtown Farmers' Market

The Downtown Farmers’ Market presented by UnityPoint Health – Des Moines supports farmers, growers and artisan food entrepreneurs from all around the state of Iowa. Visitors can explore a vibrant array of offerings, including fresh produce, eggs, meats, and more, alongside unique attractions and activities.

The Market will run every Saturday from May 3 through Oct. 25, in Downtown Des Moines' Historic Court District. The Market operates from 7 a.m. to Noon (8 a.m. to Noon in October).

Vendor applications for 2025 season are now closed. Interested in becoming a vendor at The Market in 2026? Fill out the interest form!

Best Farmers' Market in America

Daily Meal

There are no current events scheduled for the Downtown Farmers' Market

Please stay tuned for more updates about the 2024 Market season.

Top Farmers' Market in the U.S.

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Featured Blogs

10 Downtown Farmers’ Market Favorites

October 10, 2024

Stop by local vendor booths to purchase some Downtown Farmers’ Market favorites in October.

These are the Vendors Selling Fall Produce at the Downtown Farmers' Market

October 3, 2024

Here's where to find seasonal produce at Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market in October.

Hotties Welcome! Start Your Saturday Off with Spice (and Non-Spicy) Samples at the Dragon Foodies Downtown Farmers' Market Booth

September 12, 2024

The Dragon Foodies began out of a love of spicy food. Find sauces and pickles at events in Greater Des Moines (DSM).

Homemade CARINARA from Humbl Roots Becomes Market Staple

September 2, 2024

Humbl Roots, a food manufacturing company, makes tomato-free pasta sauce to eliminate heartburn.

Downtown Farmers' Market

There are no current events scheduled for the Downtown Farmers' Market

Featured Blogs

Thank You to the 2024 Downtown Farmers' Market Sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor

Program Sponsors

Market Partners