FAQ

General Questions

Where is the Racine Farmers Market?
The Racine Farmers Market is located Festival Park located on the Lake at 5 Fifth Street, Racine WI.

When is the Racine Farmers Market?
The Racine Farmers Market is open Saturday, May 9 through the Saturday, October 25. No market on June 27.
Hours: Saturdays 9am - 1pm. Extended hours on July 4.

How can we get to the market?
Racine bus line runs on main Street 2 blocks from the market, bike racks are available on the grounds and there are over 2000 parking spots in the area.

Where do we park at the Farmers Market
The Racine Farmers Market has several parking locations available. There are 500 spots available less then a block away. An additional 2000 spots less then 3 blocks away. Structure parking is $1/hr or $4 for the whole day.
Thanks to ABM parking for use of vendor parking spots at no charge.

Running in just for veggies?
The market understand sometimes you just need to run in for a few items, not plan to stay all day. Free 20 minute parking spots will be available- watch for signs - first come, first serve.
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What will Vendors be selling each week?
A variety of local farmers, food vendors and specialty vendors are at the market offering produce, herbs, fresh flowers, seasonal plants, fresh meat and eggs, cheese, honey, syrup and prepared foods such as baked goods, pickles, preserves and more!  Follow us on facebook for list of vendors scheduled each week. (link to facebook page here)

Do you have indoor bathrooms?
Yes, the market has public bathrooms that are ADA compliant.

Are products certified organic?
Farmers choose different production methods. Talk with each vendor to learn more about their specific products.

What type of payments are accepted?
Vendors determine what payment types they choose to accept. An ATM is available on-site for your convenience.
Each vendor will have a sign at their tent with a list of what they accept.

Handicap accessible at the Market
Handicap parking is available on the flat lot next to the door at Festival Park. Also street parking is free with handicap parking signs. Festival Park is handicap accessible and the entire market is on blacktop surface. Restrooms, cooling areas and first aid station are available.

Are Dogs Welcomed?
The Racine Farmers Market welcomes well-behaved dogs to join in the market fun! It’s the owners’ responsibility to ensure dogs are non-aggressive, on a leash, and under control at all times. Dogs (like humans) are required to use the appropriate restroom facilities. There are several grass areas located around the market areas, and owners/guardians are required to clean up after them. Dogs should not be near food areas. Dogs and owners not following these requirements may be asked to leave at the discretion of the Farmers Market Manager and festival staff.

Can a local Businesses/Organizations set up at the market?
While our market stalls are only able to be booked by farm or specialty vendors during the season, we often end up with spaces while waiting for produce to come into season. We are able to offer space to non-agricultural vendors as day sponsor.

This is the perfect opportunity for those looking to share information or promote goods and services with the Farmers Market community.
More information on sponsoring the Racine Farmers Market can be found on the sponsorship page. (link)

Rules on Politics or Religion?
The Racine Farmers Market does not allow political or religious organizations to be vendors or day sponsors. Soliciting of any kind is not permitted on the property.