Buying fresh food from farmers markets is a great way to support local farmers and our local food system, especially during COVID-19. Many markets throughout central Iowa are beginning to re-open—some with updated times, locations, and safety measures to ensure shoppers and vendors stay safe. We’ve complied a list of markets throughout central Iowa and will continue to update it throughout the summer. Stay safe and happy shopping local!
LAST UPDATED: October 5th 2020
TUESDAY
Beaverdale
June 2nd – September 8th
4pm – 7:30pm
4801 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines 50310
West Parking Lot of Franklin Junior High
ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT & Double Up Food Bucks
Capitol Complex
June 16th – September 29th
11am – 1pm
13th Street between E. Walnut & E. Grand Avenue Des Moines 50319
On the Capitol Complex east of the Iowa State Capitol Building
ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT & FMNP VOUCHERS
Johnston
May 26th – October 13th
FINAL DATE: October 13th
3:30pm – 6:30pm
6700 Merle Hay Road, Johnston 50131
Library/Simpson Barn Parking Lot
ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT , Double Up Food Bucks & FMNP VOUCHERS
Knoxville
May 30th – October 17th
FINAL DATE: October 17th
214 E. Main Street, Knoxville 50138
3pm -5:30pm
The Square
ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT & FMNP VOUCHERS
WEDNESDAY
Indianola
June 6th – October 31st
2pm -6pm
1400 W. 2nd Avenue, Indianola 50125
Warren County Fairgrounds
ACCEPTS FMNP VOUCHERS
Pleasantville
July 8th – October 14th
FINAL DATE: October 14th
3:30 – 6pm
801 Pleasant Street, Pleasantville 50225
Across from Casey’s
ACCEPTS FMNP VOUCHERS
Waukee
June 3rd – September
4pm – 7pm
6th Street & Ashworth Drive, Waukee 50263
Located in Triangle Park
ACCEPTS FMNP VOUCHERS
THURSDAY
Perry
July 2nd – September 26th
4pm – 7pm
1115 2nd Street, Perry 50220
Josh Davis Plaza
ACCEPTS FMNP VOUCHERS
Valley Junction
July 9th – October 22nd
FINAL DATE: October 22nd
4pm – 8pm
100 Block of 5th Street, West Des Moines 50265
ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT , Double Up Food Bucks & FMNP VOUCHERS
FRIDAY
Dallas Center
June 5th – September
4pm – 7pm
1300 Walnut Street, Dallas Center 50063
Heritage Park across from Korner One & Library
ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT & FMNP VOUCHERS
Van Meter
July 10th – August 14th
5pm – 8pm
910 Main Street, Van Meter 50261
Veteran’s Receptions Center
Norwalk
May 8th – October 30th
FINAL DATE: October 30th
4pm – 7pm
701 Main Street, Norwalk 50211
Norwalk Christian Church Parking Lot
ACCEPTS FMNP VOUCHERS
SATURDAY
Des Moines Downtown Bite Sized Drive Thru Market
FINAL DATE: October 31st
8am – 11am
E 13th & E Grand
Shop Farmers Marketplace Online
Watch website and social media for further announcement and changes
ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT & FMNP VOUCHERS
Farmers’ Market at the Des Moines Playhouse
FINAL DATE: Check website for details.
8am – 11am
831 42nd Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
Pre-order weekly produce boxes from Grade A Gardens or purchase products day of. Produce, meats, cheese, flowers, pastries, and more!
Carlisle Farmers Market
June 13th – October
FINAL DATE: October 31st
8:30am – 11:30am
95 Highway 5 Carlisle, 50047
Wyckoff Heating & Cooling
ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT & FMNP VOUCHERS
Indianola
June 6th – October 31st
FINAL DATE: October 31st
8am – 12pm
1400 W. 2nd Avenue, Indianola 50125
Warren County Fairgrounds
ACCEPTS FMNP VOUCHERS
Knoxville
May 30th – October 17th
FINAL DATE: October 17th
214 E. Main Street, Knoxville 50138
8am – 12pm
The Square
ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT & FMNP VOUCHERS
LSI Global Greens
May 23rd – October
FINAL DATE: October 31st
9am – 1pm
3200 University Avenue in Des Moines
ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT , Double Up Food Bucks & FMNP VOUCHERS
If you know of updates or other Farmers Markets in Polk, Dallas, Marion, Warren Counties please contact jprobst@eatgreaterdesmoines.org
Joie Probst
Communications & Outreach Manager
