2020 Guide to Farmers’ Markets and Farm Stands in the Des Moines Area

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Farmers’ Markets have always been significant summer events in the Des Moines area. They provide fresh produce and entertainment for city dwellers while supporting local farmers and small businesses. But now, during the coronavirus crisis, some shoppers view them even more important than ever, preferring to shop outdoors rather than inside grocery stores.

Many local farmers’ markets and farm stands are starting to gear up for the 2020 season and are making plans to open with a more stringent paired down experience, keeping social distancing guidelines in mind.  We’ve rounded up the ones that have announced their opening dates and will add others as they’re publicized.

Here’s your 2020 guide to farmers’ markets and farm stands in the Des Moines area:

Farmers’ Markets in the Des Moines Area

Editor’s Note: We strongly recommend that you double check that the Farmers’ Market will be taking place. Most markets go on, rain or shine, but some may cancel due to inclimate weather or other reasons. 

Every Day

Des Moines Downtown Farmers’ Marketplace Online

Location: Online
Phone: (515) 286-4928
Months Open: June 2020 until the in person event can take place.

Tuesday

Capitol Complex Farmers’ Market

Location: Capitol Complex, 1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50319 (E. 13th Street between E. Walnut and E. Grand)
Phone: (515) 725-2205
Months Open: June 16 to September 29, 2020
Hours: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Johnston Farmers’ Market

Location: Located in City Hall parking lot, 6221 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131
Phone: (515) 278-0939
Months Open: May 26 to October 6, 2020
Hours: 3:30 to 6:30 pm

Beaverdale Farmers’ Market

Location: 48^th Street & Franklin Avenue (Franklin Junior High)
Phone: (515) 238-3245
Months Open: June 2 to September 8, 2020
Hours: 4:00 to 7:30 pm

Wednesday

Indianola Farmers’ Market

Location: Warren County Fairgrounds, West 2nd Street, Indianola, IA, 50125
Phone: (515) 961-4727
Months Open: July 8 to September 30, 2020
Hours: 2:00 to 6:00 pm

Waukee Farmers’ Market

Location: Triangle Park, 6th Street and Ashworth Drive, Waukee, IA, 50263
Phone: (515) 987-1552
Months Open: June 17 to September 23, 2020
Hours: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Bondurant Farmers’ Market

Location: Near the Landus Cooperative and Bike Trailhead
Months Open: June 10 to September 23, 2020
Hours: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Thursday

Historic Valley Junction Farmers’ Market

Location: Valley Junction, 100 & 200 Blocks of 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50265
Phone: (515) 222-3642
Months Open: July 9 to October 1, 2020
Hours: 4:00 to 8:00 pm

Friday

Dallas Center Farmers’ Market

Location: Downtown Trailhead, 1309 Walnut Street, Dallas Center, IA 50063
Phone: (515) 669-1827
Months Open: June 6 to September 25, 2020
Hours: 4:00 t0 7:00 pm

Grimes Farmers’ Market

Location: Water Works Park, W 1st Street & S James St, Grimes, IA 50111
Phone: (515) 986-3551
Months Open: July 3 to August 28, 2020
Hours: 4:00 to 7:00 pm

Saturday

Drive Thru Farmer’s Market at Big Sky Bread Company

Location: Big Sky Bread Company’s Parking Lot, 7021 Douglas Avenue,
Urbandale, IA 50322
Phone: (515) 276-1800
Months Open: May 30 – until the Downtown Des Moines Market can take place.
Hours: 7:00 am to 11:00 am

Drive Thru Farmer’s Market at Des Moines Playhouse

Location: Des Moines Playhouse Parking Lot, 831 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
Months Open: May 30 – until the Downtown Des Moines Market can take place.
Hours: 8:00 am to 11:00 am

LSI Global Greens Farmers’ Market

Location: LSIs Refugee Connection Center parking lot, 3200 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50311
Phone: (515) 271-7351
Months Open: May 30 – October, 2020
Hours: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Indianola Farmers’ Market

Location: Warren County Fairgrounds, West 2nd Street, Indianola, IA, 50125
Phone: (515) 961-4727
Months Open: June 6 to October 31, 2020
Hours: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm

Uptown Ankeny Farmers’ Market

Location: Ankeny Market & Pavilion Park, 715 W 1st Street in Uptown Ankeny, IA, 50023
Phone: (515) 987-4522
Months Open: July 11 – September 26, 2020
Hours: 9:00 am to 12:00 noon

Farm Stands in the Des Moines Area

Editor’s Note: We strongly recommend that you call the Farm Stand first before heading out. They may close due to inclimate weather or other reasons. 

Dogpatch Urban Gardens

Location: 5085 Meredith Drive, Des Moines, IA 50310
Phone: (515) 802-4304
Months Open: Due to Covid-19 the farmstand is currently not open for in store shopping.  You can purchase items through their online store.
Hours: Place orders Saturday through Wednesday; Contactless pickup is on Saturday from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon

Hilltop Farms

Location: 22018 T Avenue, Dallas Center, IA 50063
Phone: (515) 992-3661
Months Open: June to October
Hours:  Monday through Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm; Thursday through Friday 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Sunday CLOSED

The Holton Homestead

Location: 13779 NE 29th Street, Elkhart, IA 50073
Phone: (515) 770-2926
Months Open: The Farm Store is open year round. The Farm Stand is open during the summer growing season. You can also purchase on-line and they offer delivery to several drop off locations around the Des Moines metro area.  
Hours: Farm Stand: Thursdays 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Farm Store: Saturdays, 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. 

Tin Roof Market – Eshelman Farms

Location: 5875 NE 80th St. Altoona IA 50009
Phone: (515) 250-0180
Months Open: Tin Roof Market: Produce, Baked Goods, Jams & Eggs – Summer Months; Eshelman Farms: Beef, Pork & Eggs – Year Round
Hours:  Tin Roof Market – Typically, open Tuesday and Thursday.  Hours TBD.  Eshelman Farms – Monday through Friday: 3:30 to 7:00 pm and Saturday: 1:00 to 7:00 pm.

Upstream Gardens & Orchard

Location: 5987 NE 88th St, Altoona, IA 50009
Phone: (515) 957-1303
Months Open: April to October
Hours: TBD, call and text them to check if they’re open and watch their website and Facebook page for summer hours.

Are you looking forward to shopping at your favorite farmers’ market or farm stand this summer in Des Moines?