Downtown Farmers' Market

Entertainers

Enjoy live music from local performers while you shop. This week, hear these performers:

Anna Wilson Jones

Anna Wilson Jones has a unique style all her own. She can take any genre of music and in an instant it becomes her. She plays guitar and allows her vocals to shine.
Dates: July 7

Beaver Creek Jazz Ensemble

Beaver Creek Jazz Ensemble is a group of volunteer musicians who play a mix of big band, swing, light jazz dance music and a few rock and roll numbers. The group consists of a director, five saxophones, two trombones, three trumpets, electric guitar, electric bass guitar, electric piano and drums.
Dates: June 29, July 27

Fresh Squeezed Tunes

Abe Goldstein is a solo accordion player specializing in standards, ethnic music and kids' tunes.
Dates: May 18, July 27, Sept. 21

Kevin Lindgren

This acoustic rock cover musician is always willing to try new performance opportunities. Having opened for a number of bands over the years, he is able to play a great show for any crowd.
Dates: July 27, Sept. 21

Mr. A Cappella - The Singing Jukebox

Mr. A Capella will take singing requests a cappella in a jukebox format by taking requests from the audience from over 100 different songs. He can sing a variety of pop, rock and country from the 1950s to current.
Dates: July 27, Aug. 31

Sydney Storm

Creating magic since the age of six, Sydney Storm has been performing professionally since high school. He enjoys twisting balloons at The Market for all the children that stop by!
Dates: May 18, July 13, July 27, Sept. 21, Oct. 26

The Zachary Freedom Duo

No matter the age, audience or gender, Zach always finds a way to leave people wanting more. Having moved nine times in four years, Zach tells his story through his music. Filled with hope, sadness, joy, frustration and life, you won't want to miss out. He's shared the stage with rap artists, metal bands, poets and others beyond his classified genre.
Dates: June 22, July 27, Oct. 19

Winspiration Studio

Will Samorey is a professional violionist from DSM. After earning his undergraduate degree in music, Samorey began his career by performing in chamber ensembles, pit orchestras, community and symphony orchestras. He continued on by developing the Metro Chamber Ensemble and is now its Owner and Program Director. All of Samorey's performances can include solo violin work with recorded piano accompaniments as well as violin covers of popular songs.
Dates: May 4, June 29, July 27, August 10, Oct. 19

Community Corner

Stop by the Community Corner on Third Street, south of Court Avenue, to find out what is happening in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Local charitable organizations — welcomed as Saturday Salutes at The Market — promote learning opportunities, Downtown events and community resources each Saturday. This week, check out the Saturday Salutes:

Polk County Master Gardeners

The Master Gardener program is a volunteer service training program whereby adults are given advanced training in horticulture in exchange for volunteer service to the community. They will be promoting upcoming events and distributing seasonal educational information.

Save the Children Action Network

Save the Children Action Network mobilizes Americans to support investments in early childhood. They will provide information to educate the public about the need for early childhood education growth in Iowa and share ways that anyone and everyone can take action and support children.

World Link Inc.

World Link Inc. is a placement agency who is looking for loving and caring families who would be willing to open their homes and hearts to a 15-17 year old student for a school year.

Market Extras and Special Programming

Enjoy unique programming from Market sponsors during your visit. Learn more about all the Market programming, including special Market deals happening every week. This week, check out this special programming:

Iowa Cubs

Iowa Wild

Norwalk Chiropractic

Renewal by Andersen