Probably the biggest farmers market I've been to! There are food options for everyone, and the best…read morecoffee ever (ugh I can't remember which stand) This was a very impressive farmers market that we were lucky to be in town for!

Probably the largest farmer market in the USA! This was a really fun experience to walk through all…read moreof the stalls, zigzaging from one spot to the next. From vendors, to information booths, to lots of food...it was all really awesome to see. If you're in town and especially because of a race, check this market out!

Even though it was the early growing season (second weekend in May), the FM was packed full of…read morevendors. There were a couple of honey purveyors, food trucks (must get a breakfast burrito from Cottonwood Canyon), artisans, and plant vendors. We did buy mushrooms, asparagus, honey, and a beeswax candle.

Great place to buy local produce and goodies. Highly recommended to everyone in Iowa Cityread more

Chemical free veges, fruit and herbs! Friendly and warm people! Good vibes! I have some other…read moreproducts at the farmers markets or at their farm stand such as veggies, fruits, herbs, teas, coffee, pottery, soap etc

The people were super friendly. I thought it was open til 2pm though and it closed at 12pm. Not…read moresure if I misread something or the information was incorrect. Anyhow, I didn't get to visit all the vendors or make purchases of the things I wanted because it closed 30 minutes after we got there. That being said it was in a nice grassy/shady area and not on concrete, which was nice

I was pleased to find a solid farmer's market with food trucks, crafts, produce, specialty items,…read moreand an overall fun environment on my initial visit. Located immediately south of the High Trestle Bike (and running) Trail, this market has ample parking and an easy layout under a pair of covered pavilions. The Uptown District also has a number of shops, bars, and restaurants nearby. This Market occurs every Saturday from 8 to noon. Kindness is abundant, and there are lots of overall good vibes. I enjoyed the little train that hauled the kiddos around the perimeter of the Market, and appreciated how clean the area was throughout my stay, I like how the food trucks are on the outside of the market footprint, making it easy to move around and enjoy the venue.

You will ask yourself how I can write a mostly negative review of one of the best Farmer's Market…read morearound and still give it 4 stars. So I will explain. The Downtown Farmer's Market is a outstanding venue and is one of the largest in the nation and probably in the state. I have been involved with it every since it first started both as a buyer and as a concessioner. Over the years the market has expanded to extend for many city blocks and attracts vendors from miles around. The downtown market is not a true Farmer's Market in that it allows non-food vendors as well. You will see people selling everything from jewelry to candles; food sellers from local restaurants, wine, clothing, local charities, entertainers, and so on. Among all the vendors are actual produce sellers. A list of most vendors can be found on the Downtown Market website. It is a huge and fabulous Saturday event. And yet I prefer to skip it in favor of other Farmer's Markets which are smaller and more produce oriented for the following reasons. 1. It is VERY crowded. Attendance is high (easily topping 16,000 per Saturday morning) and the jostling and shoving can be overwhelming at times. You will find a lot to purchase but you will leave exhausted. 2. It has become so big that you will find it difficult to find the vendors you really want to buy from among the 220 + vendors. We are talking about 11 streets here and no printed map to guide you. 3. The crowding is aggravated by carts and strollers making it difficult for challenged walkers to navigate. I recommend that seniors try the smaller markets instead. 4. The organizers still have not learned to ban dog walkers. You will have to dodge leases, the infrequent dog fight, and other canine problems. Just think a minute. What would you think if you saw people walking the aisles of the local supermarket with a dog? What we have in the Cedar Rapids Downtown Market is a great market that has gotten a bit too big and needs to be trimmed down. I am a long-time fan of Farmer's Markets and have attended them for many years, long before the downtown market even existed, but my preference is for the smaller markets, which I visit once a week religiously. The downtown market is only an occasional thing.

First off, lets call it what it is people, it's a french market, not a farmers market…read more Supposedly one of the largest 'farmers' markets in the Midwest, and I'd believe it. At least 8 blocks of produce, meat, baked goods, jewelry, crafts, and street food vendors. I didn't check *every* produce vendor but the ones I did notice were all from Iowa. I wish I had a cooler big enough to bring some organic free range chickens raised in Iowa all the way home to Chicago. It's a pity this market is only every other weekend. By 8:30 the streets were packed and a few vendors were running out of green beans and cherries already. Only open till noon so get up early and wander around downtown Cedar Rapids before all the good stuff is gone!

For the size of the city, it does really well. You can even somehow sometimes find parking which is…read morefree for an hour in the adjacent lot. The only thing that threw me off was the tokens. I thought you had to buy these wooden chips and most places except cash or card so I don't know as I ended up losing Some of my wooden chips. The food options are fine. It's the same vendors you often see at the Iowa football game, jazz festivals, etc.. I chose the morning fix even though I usually get the Asian eggrolls and crab Rangoon's

lots of vendors it was raining outside so that fact that it is in a parking garage was helpful. I…read morewould like to come back and hang out for longer next weekend when it's not rainy! lots of yummy baked goods. We picked up a lot in a short amount of time but I would but recommend the breakfast pita with eggs, regular pita would be a lot better. Hummus was delicious as always I love this hummus I always pick it up from hyvee. The hot pepper jelly is great with the fresh sourdough bread from valaries french cooking! Can't wait to try more vendors on a hopefully sunny day next weekend!

Overpriced for sure. You can get the same stuff at other produce markets for less. Why would you…read morepay $4 a pound for the same tomatoes you can get somewhere else for $2 a pound? To each their own, I guess...

Nice little farmers market. Live music, local vendors selling raw honey, fresh breads, pies,…read morecookies, seasonal veggies, plants, jewlery, soaps and more.

Fun little farmers market that continues to improve with each passing weekend!…read more We came over a few times and each one showed the crowd growing a little more. A myriad of offerings from local honey to local meats, lots of veggies, flowers and even furniture. While the place continues to mature, it can only continue to get better! Word to all - try the mini donuts at the food truck - they boss!