2026 Season Now Open

Every Saturday Morning,
Downtown Watseka Comes Alive.

Fresh produce, handmade goods, local food, live music, and the best neighbors you'll ever meet — all in the heart of Downtown Watseka. Free to attend, every Saturday, June through October.

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Season June 13 – Oct 24, 2026
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Hours Every Saturday · 7 AM – Noon
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Location 121 W Walnut St, Watseka, IL
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Admission Always Free
Now Accepting Applications

Winter Market 2026/2027

The Winter Farmers Market runs the third Saturday of the month, November through April, indoors at The Homestead Venue, 119 W Walnut St, from 9 AM to 1 PM. Spaces are $25 each, first come first served, or reserve your space for all six dates as a full season vendor for $150.

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See the Market in Action

A glimpse of what Saturday mornings look like in Downtown Watseka.

About the Market

The Downtown Watseka Farmers Market is a beloved Saturday morning tradition in the heart of Iroquois County. Every week from June through October, vendors gather at 121 W Walnut St to offer fresh produce, handmade goods, artisan foods, specialty items, and more — all sourced locally and crafted with care.

We are a family-friendly, free community event that brings neighbors together, supports local growers and makers, and keeps dollars circulating right here in Watseka. Organized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, every dollar supports the market and the community it serves.

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16+
Local vendors every Saturday
20
Market dates in 2026
501(c)(3)
Nonprofit — donations tax-deductible

Vendor Spotlight

Get to know the people who make the market special.

The Boys Produce of Donovan, Illinois, at the Downtown Watseka Farmers Market
Fresh Produce · Donovan, IL

The Boys Produce

The Boys Produce out of Donovan, IL has been a staple at the Downtown Watseka Farmers Market for years. Known for their delicious sweet corn and seasonal produce like potatoes, tomatoes, and peppers. When fall rolls around they bring some of the best and unique pumpkins around!

Be sure to visit them every Saturday, 7 AM–Noon.

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Sweet corn · potatoes · tomatoes · peppers · fall pumpkins

Meet Your Vendors

Get Involved

There are many ways to be part of the Downtown Watseka Farmers Market.

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Apply to Become a Vendor

Sell your products at our Saturday market. Winter Market 2026/2027 applications are open now.

Vendor Application
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Sponsor the Market

Invest in your community with packages from $50 to $1,000. Every dollar goes to the market.

Sponsorship Info
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Play at the Market

Musicians and bands — bring live music to our Saturday mornings. Apply to perform.

Band Application

Contact the Farmers Market

📧 dtwatsekafarmersmarket@gmail.com

Have a question about the market? Send us a message.