Downtown West Bend Farmers' Market

The Downtown West Bend Association runs this farmers market as part of its broader work to preserve and maintain an economically healthy, historic downtown in West Bend. That shows up in where the market sits: on Main Street and along the River Walk, with activity tied directly to the downtown district rather than a separate fairground-style site. The market season runs from June through October, placing it squarely in West Bend’s warmer-month calendar of downtown events. One visitor described it as a morning stop with fresh produce, live music, and a family-friendly feel.

Why it matters locally

The Downtown West Bend Association is a nonprofit focused on preserving and maintaining an economically healthy, historic downtown for West Bend, and the farmers market is one of the events it runs through the year. That makes the market part of the same downtown program that also includes ArtWalk, Music on Main, Wheels on Main, Christkindl Markt, and seasonal shopping events.

Its setting matters too. Main Street, the River Walk, and periodically closed downtown streets place the market inside West Bend’s central business district, where shopping, dining, and event traffic reinforce the historic core the organization is trying to sustain.

What you'll find there

The downtown mix here extends well beyond produce stands. Main Street businesses, restaurants, boutiques, service providers, and creative shops all appear in the market orbit, so a visit can lean as much toward downtown browsing and eating as toward traditional farm-market shopping.

• -Find candy and sweets from Candyman on Main.
• -Browse goods from Jade and Ginger.
• -Stop at Laurel's Camera for camera-related retail.
• -Look for alterations and bridal services from Le's Bridal and Alterations.
• -Shop jewelry through Tech Jewelers.
• -Flip through records at The Beat Goes on Records & More.
• -Pick up boutique apparel or accessories from Xpressions Unique Boutique.
• -Head to Game Over for game-focused retail.
• -Check BLONDIEPOP among the downtown businesses tied to the market area.
• -Eat or drink at Brazen Head.
• -Order food from Casa Tequila.
• -Grab a stop at Collin's Deck Bar or Dooley's for bar-and-grill style downtown dining.
• -Try Hometown Nutrition for beverages and nutrition-focused offerings.
• -Sit down at Krimmer's Restaurant, No Way Cafe, or Pearl of Canton for additional meal options downtown.
• -Explore outdoor-oriented offerings from Orenda Outdoors.
• -Connect with Ozaukee Washington Land Trust during market activity downtown.
• -See artwork and studio work represented by Folk Art Studio or Kerry Leigh Studios.

The market also sits inside a larger DWBA event calendar that includes Music on Main, ArtWalk, Summer Sidewalk Sale, and Wheels on Main, so market days land in a downtown district that regularly hosts other public events.

Know before you go

No dogs are allowed, which is the clearest rule likely to change how you plan your visit. Restrooms are listed as unavailable, so it helps to arrive with that in mind rather than expecting on-site facilities. The market is centered at 215 N Main Street in downtown West Bend, within the Main Street and River Walk area. Payment methods are clearly identified by the market, which makes it easier to decide how to pay once you arrive. If you need a direct point of contact, the Downtown West Bend Association can be reached at 262-338-3909 or ed@downtownwestbend.com.