Monroe Farmers Market

Monroe Farmers Market sits within a downtown effort led by Main Street Monroe, a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) focused on economic stability, historic integrity, and quality of life in the city. That civic mission gives this market a clear frame: shopping here ties directly into a downtown program built to keep Monroe’s center active and connected. The market runs on the square at 10th Street and 16th Avenue, placing it right in the middle of the city’s historic core rather than off to the side. From May through October, it brings local vendors together around producer-only goods including vegetables, microgreens, fruit, flowers, plants, baked goods, and canned items.

Why it matters locally

Main Street Monroe’s mission is to make downtown Monroe the focal point of the community while supporting economic stability and preserving historic integrity, and the farmers market operates within that same nonprofit program. That matters here because the market is not a standalone event in an anonymous parking lot; it is part of an ongoing downtown strategy shaped by local volunteers and tied to Monroe’s civic life.

The setting on the square reinforces that role by drawing market activity into the center of Monroe’s historic downtown. The producer-only emphasis also keeps the market closely linked to regional growers and makers, with local vendors selling fresh vegetables, microgreens, fruit, flowers, plants, homemade baked goods, and canned items rather than a broader resale mix. In practical terms, shopping here supports both the vendors at their tables and the downtown organization hosting the market.

What you'll find there

The mix here leans producer-only, with the market materials calling out farm produce, garden items, and pantry goods rather than prepared-food programming or a long entertainment schedule. Expect a concise lineup centered on seasonal staples brought by local vendors on the square.

• -Local vendors bring fresh vegetables.
• -Find microgreens among the producer-only offerings.
• -Vendors also sell fruit during the market season.
• -Look for flowers at market tables.
• -Garden-focused shoppers can pick up plants.
• -Bakers offer homemade baked goods.
• -Pantry items include canned goods.

The market operates on Saturdays and Wednesdays on the square from May 2 through October 31, giving midweek and weekend chances to shop the same seasonal run.

Know before you go

No dogs are allowed at Monroe Farmers Market, so that is the first detail to factor into your visit plans. The market operates on the square at 10th Street and 16th Avenue, with Saturday hours from 8am to 12pm and Wednesday hours from 12pm to 3pm during the May-to-October season. Restrooms are not available on site, which may shape how long you plan to stay, especially if you are visiting with children or combining the market with other downtown stops.

Because the market is hosted through Main Street Monroe’s downtown program, the setting is tied directly to the square rather than a separate fairground-style location. Monroe Clinic, a member of SSM Health, is listed as a sponsor.

Payments & SNAP

SNAP/EBT is accepted at Monroe Farmers Market, an important detail for shoppers planning to use food assistance for seasonal produce and other eligible goods. Payment methods are otherwise indicated as clearly communicated by the market, which helps set expectations before you arrive.