This Week at The Market: Saturday, June 13, 2026
The Downtown Farmers' Market presented by UnityPoint Health returns this Saturday, June 13, 2026 from 7 a.m. until Noon in the Historic Court District of Downtown Des Moines (DSM). Meet up at the corner of 3rd Street and Court Avenue, where Wes Mullins, Executive Director of Capital City Pride, will ring the Opening Bell. Then, explore Market vendors, enjoy live entertainment and chow down on some local eats.
Vendors to Visit
Seven must-visit vendors are outlined below. As you make your way through Historic Court District, don't forget to say hello to the local business owners who help make The Market a success! You can also check out the complete list of Market vendors for June 13 here.
- 3 Sisters Organic Greenhouse: A small organic greenhouse in Newton, 3 Sisters Organic Greenhouse will fill booth 4N-08 on Saturday morning with veggies, herbs and flowers.
- Buckin' Good Antler Chews: This Muscatine small business provides quality antler chews, yak cheese chews, beef cheek chews and more for your pup! Find them at booth C-128. Selling in more than 20 states, Buckin' Good Antler Chews is focused on lower prices, higher quality, shipping across the country and working with local pet charities and rescues.
- Domestic Bones: Get hooked on hand pies! At booth 5N-05, Domestic Bones prepares hand pies with high quality ingredients and flaky crust. At The Market, a variety of made-from-scratch hand pies will be available, both Take 'n Bake and Hot & Ready.
- Esther Unearthed: Two canopies south of Court Avenue on the right side of Fourth Street under the purple canopy is booth 4S-04. Visit Esther Unearthed to find products like crystal jewelry, essential oil blends, handmade sun catchers and more.
- Jungle House Plant Shop: This Urbandale shop is home to healthy houseplants and plant accessories. At The Market, booth 4S-32 will set you up with a beautiful houseplant and 3D printed planter.
- Mast Family Farm: Pick up pastries, cookies, breads and jams from booths C-301, C-303, C-305 and C-307.
- Pleasant St. Confections: Stop by booth C-129 for freeze-dried candy and cotton candy.
You won't want to miss this week's Spark DSM Vendors either. Located on Court Avenue between Second and Third Streets, check out HT Healthy Cakes, Nanna's Kitchen and Cozy, Pls.
Schedule Highlights
This week, join presenting sponsor UnityPoint Health to visit with John Stoddard Cancer Center team! Live entertainment from LaRon Rocks, Jeff Stagg, Mr. Magic Productions, The King Incognito, 4Neys and Opus Taylor will perform as you shop, and you can find resources from Iowa Center for Children's Justice and Ronald McDonald House Charities at The Market's Community Corner as well as special programming courtesy of MidAmerican Energy Foundation, Vero Health Center and Mad City Windows and Bath. A full list of entertainers and other programming is available here.
Plan Your Visit
Through Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, The Market is open 7 a.m. to Noon (8 a.m. to Noon in October) every Saturday in Downtown DSM's Historic Court District. Download The Market's overview map and find out more about visiting The Market here.
This Saturday, weather is expected to be in the mid-60s at 7 a.m. and 80 degrees by Noon as The Market wraps up. See the latest news, tips and photos on The Market's Facebook page!
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