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Greater Peoria Area Farmer's Markets & Produce Stands

Where to find fresh produce and locally made goods in and around Peoria

By Julia Briggs, Macaroni KID Peoria May 18, 2024
FARMER'S MARKETS 

Peoria Riverfront Market

Mark your calendars for opening day on May 24, 2025!
Come out every Saturday from May - Sept. to our beautiful riverfront and shop local fresh produce, artisanal crafts, delectable baked goods, and more.

When: Every Saturday from May 24 - Sept. 2,78AM - 12PM
Where: 200 Block of Water Street Peoria, IL





Peoria Farmer's Market

Here freshness meets community spirit. Come out and explore a diverse array of fresh produce, vibrant flowers, artisanal pasta, and more. If you're passionate about supporting local farmers and savoring a laid-back atmosphere, this is the perfect place for you.

When: Monday - Saturday 8:00 AM until sold out | May 3rd through the end of October
Where: Metro Center - 4700 N. University St. Peoria, IL 

Market 309

"Market 309 offers fresh produce at a convenient location and at a cost cheaper than grocery stores. The market provides individuals and families access to healthy food during business hours. No need to sign up, no minimums or maximums – just show up to shop! This initiative is part of the Peoria Grown mission to provide accessible, affordable fresh fruits and vegetables."

When & Where:

  • Trewyn Park Pavillion (2219 S. Idaho St., Peoria, IL) Sundays, 12:30PM - 1PM - senior citizens, veterans, and individuals with disabilities only. 1:30PM - 2:15PM open to individuals and families in Peoria's, 61603 61604, and 61605 zip codes and anyone with a Link/EBT card.
  • Bradley University (1501 W. Bradley Ave., Peoria, IL) Fridays, 3PM - 5PM- open to all Bradley students during the school year.

2nd Saturday Market in Chillicothe

Vendors, food, and fun! 

When: 2nd Saturday of the month all year round | 10AM - 3PM
Where: 4th, 2nd Cedar and Santa Fe streets 

East Peoria Farmers Market

Fruits, veggies, home decor and more!

When: Fridays, 4PM - 7PM  June 6 - Aug. 28.  (no market on July 4) 
Where: The Levee District on the Pedestrian Promenade, 396 W Washington St East Peoria, IL 

Pekin Farmers Market
Fresh, Local, Harvest

Come and shop local farmers/gardeners, cottage food businesses, crafters, food trucks, and more! 

When: Thursdays, 3:30PM - 6:30PM | June 5 - Aug 28, & Oct. 16
Where: Miller Center Parking Lot, 551 S. 14th Street Pekin, IL

Morton Farmers Market N More

Like a regular Farmers Market but MORE! 

When: Tuesdays, 3:30PM - 6:30PM | June - August
Where:
Church Square, 225 E. Jefferson St. Morton, IL

Metamora Farmers Market

The Metamora Farmers Market is a community-driven non-profit organization providing a family-friendly outlet for local farmers, artisans, & craft vendors.

When:  Saturdays, 8AM - 12PM | June - Sept.
Where:
Town Square, 113 E Partridge St Metamora, IL

Germantown Hills

Come out and support local businesses, farmers, and vendors! 

When: TBA
Where:
Germantown Crossing - South end of parking lot, Jubilee Lane, Germantown Hills, IL

Canton Main Street Farmers Market

The market generally features for purchase fresh vegetables and fruits, meat, baked goods, flowers and plants, pumpkins, gourds and more! Visitors can also enjoy live music and kids’ activities on select Saturdays!

When: Saturdays, 7:30AM - 11:30AM | May 31st - Sept.
Where: 
Downtown Jones Park, 5 N Main St, Canton, IL 61520





CSAs

Garden Spot Vegetable Farm | Princeville, IL

Grandma & Grandpa's Farm | Sparland, IL

Down River Farm | East Peoria, IL

Broad Branch Farm | Chillicothe, IL

EP!C Harvest | Peoria, IL

Kira's Flowers | East Peoria, IL

Henry's Farm | Congerville, IL

Hens in Harmony | Pekin, IL

Greengold Acres | Hanna City, IL

Prairie Creek Pastures | Tremont, IL

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