Best Farmers Markets in Chicago for Home Food Sellers (2026)
Complete guide to 4 farmers markets in Chicago — schedules, vendor applications, and tips for home food entrepreneurs.
Farmers Markets in Chicago
Each market listing includes schedule, location, and vendor application info when available
Green City Market
Wednesday, Saturday
Year-round (indoor winter market)
Lincoln Park
Green City Market runs Year-round (indoor winter market). Plan your product calendar around the season to maximize sales. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.
Logan Square Farmers Market
Sunday
May–October
Logan Square
Logan Square Farmers Market runs May–October. Plan your product calendar around the season to maximize sales. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.
Daley Plaza Farmers Market
Thursday
May–October
The Loop
Daley Plaza Farmers Market runs May–October. Plan your product calendar around the season to maximize sales. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.
Wicker Park Farmers Market
Sunday
June–October
Wicker Park
Wicker Park Farmers Market runs June–October. Plan your product calendar around the season to maximize sales. Use RestauNax to take pre-orders online before market day and build your customer email list.
Illinois Cottage Food Rules for Market Vendors
Farmers Market Sales
Allowed — sell directly to customers at markets
Online Pre-Orders
Allowed — take orders online before market day
Revenue Limit
Up to $75,000/year
Permit Required
No permit needed
Food Events in Chicago
Beyond farmers markets — food festivals and events to grow your customer base
Taste of Chicago
World's largest outdoor food festival in Grant Park — 5 days, 70+ vendors.
Visit WebsiteChicago Gourmet
Premium food and wine festival in Millennium Park featuring local artisans.
Visit WebsitePilsen Food Truck Social
Monthly food truck and local vendor gathering in the Pilsen neighborhood.
What to Sell at Chicago Farmers Markets
Popular home food business types that do well at local markets
About RestauNax for Home Food Businesses
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