The Best Local Farmers Markets This Summer

Summer is the perfect season to soak up the sun, support local farmers and artisans, and enjoy the freshest produce and handmade goods the area has to offer. Whether you're on the hunt for delicious fruit and veggies, fresh flowers, baked treats, or just a fun way to spend a weekend morning, these local farmers markets are must-visits!

Naperville Farmers Market (Saturdays, 7 AM - 12 PM)

Bring your reusable bags and enjoy a bustling market featuring locally grown fruits and vegetables, organic eggs and dairy, artisan bread, gourmet coffee, fresh-baked sweets, and handcrafted goods like soaps, candles, jewelry, and pottery. With 30+ vendors, there’s something for everyone! Enjoy favorites like Boa Acai, Modest Coffee, Lang’s Cookies, Bella Rosa Cannoli Company, and many more!

200 E 5th Ave, Naperville, IL 60563

Aurora Downtown Farmers Market (Saturdays, 8 AM - 12 PM; June 7 - Oct  4)

Aurora’s Downtown Market is back for its 114th season this summer! Every Saturday, the market comes alive with freshly picked, locally grown produce, decadent baked goods, artisan cheeses, specialty coffee, and a variety of one-of-a-kind handmade crafts. Enjoy a rotating selection of food trucks and local vendors, including the beloved Dick’s Mini Donuts from Aurora. There's something new to discover each week!

65 Water St, Aurora, IL 60505

Plainfield Farmers Market (Sundays, 11 AM - 3 PM; June - Sept)

Located in the heart of Downtown Plainfield, this lively market features dozens of local vendors offering fresh produce, flowers, meats, cheeses, baked goods, honey, handmade crafts, and more. Enjoy live music, friendly faces, and a welcoming small-town vibe while you shop. It’s the perfect way to support local farmers and makers while spending a relaxing Sunday afternoon outdoors.

15025 South Illinois Street, Plainfield, Illinois 60544 – Plainfield Public Library Parking Lot

Oswego Country Market (Sundays, 9 AM - 1 PM; June 1 - Sept  28)

Support local by exploring a wide variety of fresh produce, meats, eggs, cheeses, specialty foods like baked goods and honey, plus handmade items – all in their open-air outdoor market. 

10 Main St, Oswego, IL 60543

Downers Grove Farmers Market (Saturdays, 7 AM - 12:30 PM; June - Oct  18)

Over 60 vendors provide local produce, flowers, artisanal cheeses, fresh-baked bread, handcrafted soaps, microgreens, meats, juices, coffee drinks, crafts, and live music in a festive community atmosphere. Come out for a great time and help support the YMCA at the Main Street Train Station parking lot.

Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515

The Farm – Westmont (Mon - Fri 9 AM - 6 PM, Sat 9 AM - 5 PM; Spring - Late Fall)

A year-round farm stand offering seasonal produce, fresh-cut flowers, and seasonal specialty items – perfect stop for farm-to-table shopping. Sweet corn has arrived at the Westmont location! You'll also find early tomatoes, potatoes, zucchini, green garlic, sweet yellow onions, and pickles – freshly harvested and locally grown at their farm.

34 E 63rd St, Westmont, IL 60559

Wheaton French Market (Saturdays, 8 AM - 2 PM; Apr - Oct  25)

Don’t miss this European-style experience inspired by charming French open-air markets and operated by Bensidoun USA, this popular outdoor destination features fresh produce, flowers, handmade goods, specialty foods, jewelry, baked treats, and more. With a rotating selection of vendors, there's always something new to try each week.

Corner of Main and Liberty, N Main St, Wheaton, IL 60187

Batavia Farmers Market (Saturdays, 8 AM - 12 PM; May - Oct)

With over 20 vendors, the market offers a wide variety of fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, cheeses, herbs, flowers, baked goods, and rotating pop-up stands – perfect for weekend shopping. Each week, you’ll find an ever-changing assortment of fresh greens, gourmet mushrooms, hot sauces, and more. All vendors are required to grow, harvest, or produce at least 75% of their market products, ensuring you're getting the freshest of the fresh!

7 N River St, Batavia, IL 60510

So, make it a weekend tradition and try out some of these fantastic markets. Don’t forget to bring your reusable bags – and maybe a friend or two!