Shop Local: Farmers’ Markets in the Champaign-Urbana Area
Get ready to fill your baskets with the freshest local produce, artisanal goods, and community spirit! Here’s your comprehensive guide to the 2025 farmers market season in the Champaign-Urbana Area!
Updated 4/29/2025
Stay tuned for the official dates for the Rantoul, Mahomet, and Homer’s Farmers’ Markets!
Urbana’s Market at the Square
Opening Day: Saturday, May 3, 2025
Schedule: Every Saturday, 7:00 AM –12:00 PM (May–October)
Location: Corner of Illinois & Vine Streets, Downtown Urbana
Highlights: Over 150 Vendors offering Illinois-grown produce, meats, cheeses, eggs, baked goods, handmade crafts, and more. The market operates rain or shine and accepts SNAP, WIC, and Senior FMNP benefits.
Champaign Farmers Market
Opening Day: Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Schedule: Every Tuesday, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM (May–October)
Location: Neil & Washington Streets, Downtown Champaign
Highlights: A vibrant weekday market featuring fresh produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, flowers and more. The market supports SNAP, WIC, and Senior FMNP programs.
Monticello Farmers’ Market
Opening Day: Thursday, June 12, 2025
Schedule: Every Thursday, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM (June 12–October 12)
Location: State Street between Washington and Main Streets, Downtown Monticello
Highlights: An afternoon market perfect for post-work shopping, offering fresh produce, meats, baked goods, flowers, and more.