
BECOME A VENDOR
The Old Capitol Farmers Market (“OCFM”) is a producer-only farmers market located in the heart of Downtown Springfield.
The 2023-24 winter market season will run on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month November-April, with only one market on the 3rd Saturday in December.
The Market will take place from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Historic Union Station (500 E Madison), rain or shine. Applications for the 2023-2024 winter indoor season are now open.

Market Mission
Support small farms and local growers by providing a venue to directly market their goods.
Encourage healthy lifestyles through increasing availability of fresh produce and locally raised food.
Support small farms and local growers by providing a venue to directly market their goods.
Celebrate the diversity of locally-grown food and artisan products that are unique to Central Illinois.
Build community by providing a space for community members to engage and exchange ideas.
Support and grow downtown Springfield by increasing foot traffic and patronage to downtown.
Summer Market
FEES
We support local farmers and local ingredients! Vendors may participate in the Market if they meet our requirements and register online. Prices benefit those steady vendors who participate in more weeks of the summer market.
FULL SEASON
$500
Wednesday & Saturday
FULL SEASON
$300
Wednesday or Saturday
THIRD SEASON
$120
8 market dates of your choosing
FULL SEASON
$300
Wednesday or Saturday
HALF SEASON
$300
24 market dates of your choosing
DAILY
$25
Per market day
Artisan Jury Fee: $50 per season
Community Group: $25 per Market Day
Manage My Market Registration Fee: $20
Street Entertainment: $5 per Market
Day Inspection Fee: Only new Growers will be obligated to pay the one-time inspection fee. For fee cost reach out to the market manager at market@downtownspringfield.org. For more information see the Inspection Policy. Electricity: There will be no charge for electricity at this time. *Daily vendors and street entertainers must be pre-scheduled one week in advance and approved by market staff. They are required to pay ahead of time or by 8:30 a.m. the day of the market at the market information booth. If payment is not received on the day of the market, a $10 late fee will be charged. Daily vendors and street entertainers also must register through ManageMyMarket.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
The Old Capitol Farmers Market uses online software called ManageMyMarket to register vendors, track certifications, and assign spaces. Vendors must apply to the Market online. Applications are available at www.managemymarket.com.
There is a yearly registration fee of $20 for approved vendors. If you do not have access to the Internet or need assistance with filling out an application, you may schedule a time to register with the Market Manager at the Downtown Springfield Inc office by calling (217) 544-1723. Remember that you will need copies of your liability insurance certificate, Illinois Business Tax Id Number, current vehicle insurance, and any and all necessary documentation from the Sangamon County Health Department/State of Illinois.
Vendors will need to create an account, select the Old Capitol Farmers Market, complete the online application process and upload supporting documents. Additionally, all current products must be listed when registering through the Manage My Market application. Only items listed in your completed application can be sold at Old Capitol Farmers Market. You must list all products that you plan to bring to market. The Market Manager will inspect booths periodically throughout the market season. If you bring items not on your list, you will be asked to remove those items from the table.
For additional information on Vendor Policies and Requirements.
APPLY TO BE A VENDOR
Questions? Contact Market Manager at market@downtownspringfield.org or call Downtown Springfield Inc’s Office at 217-544-1723.

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3 W Old State Capitol Plaza
Suite 15
Springfield, IL 62701
P: (217) 544-1723
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3 W Old State Capitol Plaza
Suite 15
Springfield, IL 62701
P: (217) 544-1723
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Stay Connected to everything amazing that Downtown Springfield has to offer.