# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Downtown Farmers' Market Opening Day
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 07:00 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The wait is over… Mark your Calendars for Opening Day!

Join us Saturday, May 2 as the Downtown Farmers’ Market presented by UnityPoint Health Des Moines returns to the Historic Court District for another season of local flavor, fresh finds and community connection.

Opening Day is your first taste of a season built around supporting local and making Saturday plans that just feel right.

Market Details:
• 📅 Saturdays, May 2 – Oct. 31, 2026
• ⏰ 7 a.m. – Noon (8 a.m. start in October)
• 📍 Historic Court District (Water St. to 5th St.)

What to Expect:
• 305 vendors, including 43 new this season!
• 75 produce & agriculture vendors 🌽 
• 22 Spark DSM Vendors
• Representing 74 cities across 42 Iowa counties

Expect fresh produce, local eats, handmade goods, live entertainment and thousands of familiar faces ready to kick off another unforgettable season in Downtown DSM.

Come early, stay awhile and make Opening Day part of your Saturday routine 💛

Visit desmoinesfarmersmarket.com to learn more and how to best prepare for your trip to The Market.

The Market is presented by UnityPoint Health and supported by John Deere, MidAmerican Foundation, Prairie Meadows and Principal® Foundation. Additional support is provided by Ankeny Sanitation, DMARC, Operation Downtown, Polk County and Terrus Real Estate Group.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-downtown-farmers-market-opening-day/200029937241259
- **Event Categories**: farmers-markets, health-wellness, trips-adventures, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1385

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Des Moines
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market
- **lat**: 41.579020968117
- **long**: -93.617291282862
- **full address**: Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market, Des Moines, Iowa, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: 2026 Downtown Farmers' Market Opening Day
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/2927b9356e6c11213e059d24398245ced7248997ee2a167683384ebbb717ed0d-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir?v=1776091919

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Downtown Farmers' Market Opening Day being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Downtown Farmers' Market Opening Day takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 07:00 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market, Des Moines, Iowa, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Downtown Farmers' Market Opening Day?
  - **A:** 2026 Downtown Farmers' Market Opening Day is organized by Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Downtown Farmers' Market Opening Day is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Des Moines, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 1,300+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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