Downtown Farmers' Market: May 10, 2025
Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Historic Court District
Event Information
Schedule is subject to change.
Featuring over 300 vendors from 38 Iowa counties, the Downtown Farmers’ Market in Historic Court District in Downtown Des Moines (DSM) offers scores of tasty treats each summer on Saturdays. Visitors can enjoy locally grown produce, farm fresh eggs, baked goods and a variety of Iowa-raised meat. The adventure doesn’t stop there either. Guests can enjoy local artists, live music and entertainment, ready-to-eat foods, special programming and learning opportunities all in the course of a Saturday morning. Whether it’s seasonal flowers, locally produced wine or a new culinary adventure, there’s always something to experience at the Downtown Farmers’ Market. This event is free and open to the public.
UnityPoint Health Programming
As The Market's presenting sponsor, UnityPoint Health brings helpful wellness and prevention programs directly to The Market! UnityPoint Health will be on-site each Saturday with volunteers to support its mission of healing, caring and teaching. Stop by their booth to learn more! This week, UnityPoint Health will be onsite with team members with their Maternity and Midwife Services and Childbirth Education.
Vendors
Search for your favorite Market vendors and discover new ones in the complete vendor list.
Spark DSM Vendors
The Spark DSM Business Incubator presented by Principal Financial Group supports small and/or startup businesses at major events in Greater Des Moines (DSM) including The Market. The Incubator’s goal is to improve access and economic growth for local small businesses across DSM.
Vendors in Spark DSM will rotate through booth spaces located on Court Ave. between Second and Third Street. This week, stop by to see these businesses:
- Zacatecas Western Wear
- Chit Chaat N Chai
- Mama Africa
Entertainers
Enjoy live music from local performers while you shop. This week, hear these performers:
- Jeff Stagg
- Al Sinatra Sings
- Sydney Storm Entertainment
- The King Incognito
- Buck Jones Illustrator
- BYOBrass
Community Corner
Stop by the Community Corner on Third Street, south of Court Avenue, to find out what is happening in DSM. Local charitable organizations — welcomed as Saturday Salutes at The Market — promote learning opportunities, Downtown DSM events and community resources each Saturday. This week, check out the Saturday Salutes:
- Be SMART for Kids: Be SMART supports responsible gun ownership in order to reduce child gun deaths. Be SMART is a framework that parents, caretakers, and community leaders can follow to help keep their communities safe.
- Iowa Asian Alliance: Learn about Iowa Asian Alliance and CelebrAsian 2025 (May 23 & 24). This year’s theme is CelebrAsian in Full Bloom to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the refugee resettlement in the US. Tent activities may include AAPI culture, music, dance, and hands-on activities fun for all ages!
Market Extras and Special Programming
Enjoy unique programming from Market sponsors during your visit. Learn more about The Market programming, including special Market deals happening every week. This week, check out this special programming: