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 EVANSTON, IL - The Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market will kick off its 49th season on Saturday, May 4, 2024.
The Market, which was named "Best Farmers Market - Suburbs" by Better Chicago, will be open every Saturday, May 4 through November 2, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at University Place and Oak Avenue, behind the Hilton Garden Inn. Seniors and shoppers with disabilities are invited to visit the Market early, from 7 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Visitors are encouraged to arrive to the market hungry, as food will be sold on site. This season, more than 50 vendors will sell a wide variety of goods, including fruits, vegetables, meat, flowers, cheese, baked goods and more.
LINK cards accepted
Link processing will be located at the City of Evanston tent from 7:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Introduce your children to healthy eating
Parents and guardians can get their children involved in healthier eating through the Farmers' Market's free Spud Club program. Children ages 2 to 10 years old can participate in a weekly activity, and obtain a punch card at the Spud Club tent to get punched each week. Once the card is fully punched, kids will be able to select from a Market-themed bushel basket.
Shop for local artwork
Shoppers will also be able to purchase original artwork at the market. The Home Grown Artists showcase for Evanston artists and their work will be featured for 16 weeks, starting in mid-May. Interested artists should email vchampagne@cityofevanston.org.
Free parking available
Walking, riding or driving to the market is easy. Free parking is available in the 1800 Maple Self Park Garage with ticket validation at the City of Evanston tent. There will be accessible parking along East Railroad Avenue.
Live animals and pets, other than service animals, are not allowed at the Market. To learn more about the Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market, please visit cityofevanston.org/market or call/text 847-448-4311. For convenience, residents may simply dial 311 while in Evanston.
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Media Contact: Jessie Mayo
jmayo@cityofevanston.org
Phone: 847-448-8041
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