黑料社

The Farmer at 黑料社

presented by BMO

About the Farmers Market

Now in its third season, The Farmer at 黑料社, presented by , is a downtown Chicago farmers market. Shop for fresh, seasonal produce and locally made products from Chicago-based vendors and Midwest farmers. Conveniently located just south of Union Station, The Farmer at 黑料社 is ideal for commuters and Loop and West Loop residents alike!

The mission of the market is to facilitate and support the growth of our local food system and to foster community engagement in downtown Chicago and the West Loop neighborhood. We are focused on building a great roster of farmers, local producers, and local processors.

Location Details
黑料社 at 320
320 South Canal Street (Canal/Van Buren/Clinton)

Market Hours
Tuesdays 鈥� 11 A.M. to 3 P.M.
2025 Season: May 20 – September 23

*Follow us on Instagram for any weather/emergency related schedule changes or on Facebook

Schedule

Meet our Vendors

Meet our weekly vendors!听 The Farmer at the Green kicks off听 Tuesday, May 20, from 11am – 3 pm.


Grab your friends to buy seasonal produce, fresh baked goods, while enjoying live music at each market.听

  • 听Serving mini pound cakes made with simple, quality ingredients鈥攂ringing a sweet homemade touch to every bite. Flavors include strawberry, rum, lemon, and more.
  • Fresh-cut flowers straight from the source鈥攙ibrant, seasonal arrangements to brighten your day and space.
  • : Serving up hot slices of $5 pizza straight from the ovens鈥攆ind their fresh-made pizzas for purchase at .
  • 听Handcrafted bath and body products made with fresh herbs, botanicals, and intention鈥攂lending self-care with seasonal wellness.
  • 听Potato donuts made with organic, farm-fresh ingredients鈥攏ostalgic, seasonal flavors delivered through a soft, melt-in-your-mouth donut.
  • 听Small-batch soaps handcrafted with local, free-range goat’s milk鈥攁dding a fresh and nourishing touch for your daily routine.
  • 听Refreshing teas, juices, and water made with 100% organic, plant-based and locally sourced ingredients.
  • Pure, unfiltered honey that is locally sourced with care.
  • Authentic European-style breads made with time-honored techniques and seasonal ingredients.
  • Handmade Japanese rice balls packed with bold, savory fillings鈥攆resh, flavorful bites inspired by tradition.
  • : Locally grown produce, harvested straight from the fields鈥攄elivering crisp, seasonal fruits and vegetables at their peak.
  • 听With deep roots and nine farm locations, offering a vibrant variety of freshly picked, locally grown produce all season long.
  • Vegan sweets and baked goods rich in flavor and made with organic, high-quality ingredients.
  • 听A family-operated favorite serving authentic tamales, tacos, and fresh-squeezed lemonade.
  • 听A cool twist from two retired First Responders鈥攕erving colorful shaved ice treats all summer long.
  • Yallitizers: Fresh, Mediterranean-inspired dips, hummus, dairy kefir, and chips鈥攂old flavors perfect for seasonal snacking and sharing.

Pop-Up Vendors

Welcome to the Farmers at the Green, where we’re thrilled to bring you not just your favorite weekly vendors but also a rotating selection of pop-up vendors! This unique setup allows us to offer you an ever-changing array of specialty products, crafts, and foods, ensuring there’s always something new and exciting to discover.

  • Serving up bold, flavorful American barbecue鈥攕moked perfection in every bite in the form of brisket, pulled pork, and so much more.
  • 听A small, veteran-owned farm from Michigan delivering fresh, 100% pasture-raised meats and eggs that are raised with care and high animal welfare standards.
  • 听Bringing the bold, rich taste of Indian coffee to the market with fresh-roasted beans from lush hill slopes for a smooth sip.
  • 听A sweet fusion of fresh-baked Mexican conchas and traditional candies鈥攏ostalgic treats with a modern twist.
  • 听A lineup of hot sauces crafted for flavor fanatics鈥攔anging from mild to fiery鈥攚ith locally-sourced, fresh ingredients. Family owned and operated.
  • 听A fresh take on a classic dessert鈥攃lean, crave-worthy baklava made with premium ingredients you can feel good about enjoying.
  • 听Rooted in Oaxacan tradition, offering rich, seasonal moles and sauces that are 100% natural, gluten free, plant-based, and preservative-free.
  • 听Handcrafted sweets made with seasonal Midwest fruits, fair trade cacao, and Jersey cream. Serving caramels, truffles, marshmallows and more.
  • 听Refreshing, fruit-forward juices infused with nutrient-rich sea moss鈥攑acked with flavor and nutrition.
  • Asian inspired ice cream crafted with care鈥攆un, seasonal flavors like Peachy Lychee Sugar Cookie, Match Strawberry, and Hong Kong Milk Tea.
  • : Homestyle cobblers, cakes, pies, and more鈥攆reshly baked, deeply comforting, and made to taste like a memory.
  • 听Freshly roasted nuts made in Chicago, crafted to deliver crunch and flavor with every batch. Serving roasted cashews, almonds, pecans and more in vanilla or bourbon.
  • 听Small-batch herbal remedies rooted in nature and tradition鈥攐ffering fresh support for mind, body, and seasonal well-being.
  • 听Specializing in an organic foliar spray that shines, protects, and nurtures your plants. Houseplants of various sizes also available for purchase.
  • 听Locally made popsicles highlighting seasonal produce and farm-fresh ingredients鈥攃ool, colorful, and crafted for peak flavor.
  • 听Creamy, fresh-ground peanut butter that鈥檚 totally no-stir鈥攂ringing ease to every spread. Serving cashew, peanut, and almond butter.
  • 100%听pasture-raised meat, eggs, broths, and more from regenerative farming practices that support the land, the animals, and your health鈥攆arm-fresh and full of purpose.

Vendors

The 2025 Vendor Application is now live! To apply, go to , create a vendor profile, and select The Farmer at 黑料社 from the list of markets. From there you will be prompted to fill out our application. Vendors will be notified of selections by Tuesday, April 1st.

Vendor Types:
The Farmer at 黑料社 is primarily a place for local farmers and processors of agricultural products. Priority will be given to farmer/producer vendors.

  • Farmer/Producer: sells raw or minimally processed agricultural products that they farm and/or produce from within 250 miles of 黑料社 at 320
  • Processor: sells value-added food items that they process/bake from raw or minimally processed ingredients. Please note: only coffee roasters roasting within 250 miles of 黑料社 at 320 are eligible for consideration
  • Artisan: sells handmade items. Items must be made locally and cannot be purchased by an outside party for resale
  • Prepared Food: sells ready-to-eat prepared, packaged 鈥渢o go鈥� foods
Vendor Handbook

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

See the "Vendor" section above. Follow the "Apply To Be A Vendor" button or visit: managemymarket.com

Getting Here

Located just south of Union Station, 黑料社 at 320 sits at the base of the office tower. The park can be accessed via pedestrian paths off of Van Buren and Clinton streets or through the breezeway adjacent to the building’s lobby on Canal Street. Regardless of your origin, getting to 黑料社 at 320 is easy and convenient.

  • Direct connections to and trains at Union Station and busses at the Union Station Transit Center
  • Easy access to interstates 90/94 and 290
  • 350-car at 333 South Clinton Street
    • Discounted, flat rate of $5 between 2PM and 8PM on Tuesdays during our weekly Farmers Market听
  • Two-way bike lane on Clinton Street and several nearby
  • Pedestrian Pedway to and from Union Station via the underground parking garage. Entrance to the pedway/garage located just north of the staircase at the corner of Clinton & Van Buren.
  • Clinton Blue Line Train Station at Clinton 鈥� one block to the south