Farmers Markets and summertime go hand in hand, with many markets running through the fall. There’s something wonderful about fresh, local produce and handcrafted goods. Small businesses and farmers showcase their products and services to the community, and it feels good to the consumer to know where their food came from.
We wanted to highlight these farmers and crafters and inform our residents at Willow Crossing Apartments about farmers markets happening right here in and around Elk Grove Village. From fruits and veggies to craft goods, honey, and baked goods, these are the best local markets to enjoy!
Elk Grove Village Farmers Market
Saturdays 8am-1pm
Elk Grove Clock Tower (901 Wellington Avenue)
Stop by Farmer Nick’s and pick up brats, burgers, ribs, steak, chops, and more.
Special brat of the week: Philly Cheesesteak mixed with green peppers, onions, and mozzarella cheese
Visit BillyDoe for goat, lamb, and veal.
Stop by the farmers for fresh fruits and veggies.
Visit other vendors for fresh bread and pastries, mini donuts, microgreens, pasta sauces, cheese spreads, freshly roasted coffee, all-natural dog treats, fresh-cut flowers, flavored peanuts, pasta and so much more.
Visit the new fruit farmer and 2 new vendors.
Magic Mike returns, singing and playing multiple instruments, from 9 am -Noon.
KIDS ~ Ms. Lorelei and Ms. Kathy will be face/arm painting and sculpturing balloon items. Visit Chris for a refreshing snow cone. Find Potato Head and pick a prize from the treasure chest.
~ Special Upcoming Events~
8/28 – Annual Corn Boil
9/25 – Pet Parade
10/2 – Scarecrow Making
10/16 – Halloween at the Market
Buffalo Grove Farmers Market
Lake Bluff Village Green
Sundays June 13 – October 10, 8 AM – 12:30 PM
We are an outdoor, traditional-style farmers market featuring locally grown fruits, veggies, meats, poultry, artisan cheeses, dairy, flowers, coffee and tea, honey, salsas, dips, pastries, donuts made on-site, gourmet fresh mushrooms, and much more.
Fresh and local fruits, vegetables, meats, and other food products and related services. Sunday morning ready-to-eat treats and gourmet coffee!
Besides these three fantastic markets, there are many others throughout the Chicago metro area. So if Lake Bluff’s Friday Market does not work for you, be sure to check out the others!
A more comprehensive list of farmer’s markets in the area can be found here.
The Chicago Tribune also put together a searchable map of farmer’s markets in the Chicago area.