Janesville Farmers Market, Inc.

SSM Health appears among the market’s partners, a detail that matches Janesville Farmers Market’s stated focus on connecting shoppers with local products while keeping wholesome food within reach. On Saturdays from May through October, the market fills the 100 Block of North Main Street in Downtown Janesville with more than 75 vendors, giving this stretch of downtown a strong producer-and-maker emphasis rather than a small pop-up feel. The market also runs a Winter Market, so the summer season is part of a broader year for shoppers who want to stay connected to local sellers.

Why it matters locally

More than 75 vendors on a given Saturday gives Janesville Farmers Market a scale that matters for residents who want regular access to local farmers, artisans, and small businesses. The market describes its vendors as the source of its diverse produce, handmade crafts, and unique goods, tying everyday shopping directly to small producers in and around Janesville.

Its food-access work is just as central. Janesville Farmers Market is an approved EBT/SNAP retailer that participates in Wisconsin’s FoodShare benefits program, and it frames that participation as part of making nutritious food reachable for all individuals. The market also references Farmers’ Market Nutrition Programs serving WIC participants and seniors, extending that local role beyond standard cash-and-card shopping.

What you'll find there

The mix here is broad rather than specialized: the market highlights a Saturday lineup shaped by local farmers, artisans, and small businesses, with fresh food and handmade goods sharing the same downtown footprint. That overall range matters more than any single signature item because the market presents itself as a place to shop across categories in one stop.

• -Browse local farmers offering diverse and fresh produce.
• -Find artisans selling handmade crafts.
• -Shop small businesses bringing unique goods to market.

Know before you go

Parking is the detail most likely to shape your visit: Downtown Janesville has plentiful free parking in a ramp, surface lots, and on-street spaces. The market takes place on the 100 Block of North Main Street in Downtown Janesville, so those downtown parking options are part of the normal setup rather than an extra detour.

Dogs are allowed if they are friendly and do not react to children or other dogs, and visitors bringing one are expected to follow the market’s rules for dogs. If you need help once you arrive, the market identifies an Info Booth on site. The market also lists a phone contact, 608-289-9292, for direct questions tied to a visit.

Payments & SNAP

Janesville Farmers Market accepts SNAP/EBT and is an approved EBT/SNAP retailer participating in Wisconsin’s FoodShare program. The market also references the Quest card and Electronic Benefits Transfer as part of that setup, along with Farmers’ Market Nutrition Programs for WIC participants and seniors. The Double-Up Food Bucks program is also named among market offerings.