Illinois
Oldest Farmers Market In Illinois To Reopen For 113th Season
AURORA, IL — The Aurora Farmers Market, said to be the oldest in the state, will reopen June 1 for its 113th season.
New vendors will join dozens of returning farmers and fan favorites from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday at Water Street Square, 65 S. Water St., across from City Hall. The season will run through Oct. 5.
To mark the new season, the city will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9 a.m. Saturday. The inaugural market day will also feature entertainment for children from Miss Jaime from the Farm at 10 a.m., live music from Nick Scarpinato, and a petting zoo courtesy of Phillips Park Zoo, officials said.
Similar to years past, the Aurora Farmers Market is partnering with Link Up Illinois and Ascension Mercy’s Fresh First Program. The partnerships, respectively, double the value of Link/EBT purchases and provide vouchers for children on select days throughout the season.