Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ 2025 Season!

About this event

The 2025 season of the Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market will run every Saturday morning from 8:00 a.m. until Noon starting May 10th through Oct 18th, in the parking lot at the corner of Landmarks Blvd. & Henry Street in Downtown Alton, Illinois. The market will be in session rain or shine!

Shoppers will find a wide selection of locally-grown seasonal fruit and vegetables including heirloom varieties and organically grown crops, along with grass-fed beef, pasture-raised poultry, farm fresh eggs, local honey, hot and iced coffee, fresh bread and other baked goods. In addition, fresh cut flowers, potted plants, and a large assortment of hand-crafted artwork such as pottery, stained glass, soap, candles, and woodworking items will be sold. We also welcome vendors to serve meals that are ready to eat on-site, so expect an abundance of delicious breakfast and lunch items to be available!

Live entertainment, artist demonstrations and other special activities have been scheduled every week. To receive reminders for what produce is in season as well as upcoming entertainment and activities, follow the page: Facebook.com/AltonFarmersMarket.

This year marks the 33rd season of the Alton Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market, organized by Alton Main Street as part of the organization’s efforts to revitalize the Downtown Alton historic district.

CALENDAR OF SPECIAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES AT THE MARKET

5/10 – Make & take project: DIY Letterpress Mothers’ Day Cards and Live music from the AHS Jazz Combo

5/17 – Live music from Michael Hubbert

5/24 – Make & take project: paint fruit & vegetable magnets with Jennifer Mallory

5/31 – Live music from Ken Christopher & Linda Mortland

6/7 – Live music from Jenny’s Paradox

6/14 – Artist demo: Pottery wheel throwing with Bob Sancamper

6/21 – Live music with Diamond Duo

6/28 – Goat Yoga from 9-10 *ticketed

7/5 – Keep Alton Weird Sideshow with FreakShow Deluxe!

7/12 – Artist Demo: Batik with Yvonne McCall

7/19 – Make & Take project: upcycled inspirational signs with Maggie O’Brien

7/26 – Christmas in July

8/2 – Check out some BIG Farm Equipment on-site with the Madison County Farm Bureau

8/9 – Urban Chicken Workshop – Celebrating National Farmers’ Market Week!

8/16 – Live music from Acoustic Potluck

8/23 – Artist demo: Weaving with Patty Baird

8/30 – Live music from Paul Light

9/6 – Live music from Charlotte Lenore

9/13 – Nail-painting clinic for kids with Sage Salon & Spa

9/20 – Live music from Chuck’s Grass

9/27 – Live music with Steph Plant

10/4 – Canine Carnival

10/11 – Community Yard Sale

10/18 – Goat Yoga from 9-10 *ticketed