Green City Market Lincoln Park
Farmers' market · Lincoln Park ·
Local produce, baked goods, meats, dairy, coffee, flowers & more
Local produce, baked goods, meats, dairy, coffee, flowers & more
"Green City Market is the only year round farmers market in Chicago. It focuses on sustainable agriculture practices and locally sourced ingredients. In the winter months, it is held at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, and in the summer just outside of the Lincoln Park Zoo. Not only are you able to shop some of the finest crops the midwest has to offer, but also mingle with a generous and caring community of farmers and growers." - Stephen Merlo
"A major Lincoln Park farmers market beloved by chefs for its wide array of seasonal produce and vendor relationships; it aims to improve accessibility by accepting SNAP/Link cards and offering triple-match credit programs, and hosts vendors whose products chefs regularly seek for menus and preserves." - Nylah Iqbal Muhammad
"A nonprofit market operator that positions itself explicitly as a food-focused incubator: its stated mission is to secure the future of food by deepening support for sustainable farmers, educating the community, and expanding access to locally grown food. Founded in part by chef Sarah Stegner and praised by food figures such as Alice Waters, the organization runs markets in neighborhoods like Lincoln Park and West Loop and is cited as an example of how a farmers market can help launch producers—one noted success being Judy Schad of Capriole goat cheese, who used the market as an early retail channel before expanding to other outlets." - Ashok Selvam
"Run by a well-regarded nonprofit that connects Midwest farmers with Chicago chefs and diners and operates a related charitable effort that has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars, this market will open early for the season on Saturday, April 6. The organization behind the market drew significant traffic in 2023—hosting 445,000 visitors across its sites—and uses its profile to support both local producers and fundraising initiatives." - Ashok Selvam
"This Lincoln Park farmers’ market is a regular summer venue where the farmer is a familiar Saturday fixture, known for bringing highly specialized produce that draws restaurateurs and home cooks alike. The market acts as a key retail outlet for unique items—historically including rare Japanese eggplants and peppers—that distinguish vendors’ offerings but were threatened by recent drought losses." - Ashok Selvam