黑料社

The Farmer at 黑料社

A WEEKLY DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET

About the Farmers Market

Now in its fourth season, The Farmer at 黑料社, 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 West Loop residents alike!

The mission of the market is to facilitate and support the growth of our Chicago’s food system and to foster community engagement in downtown Chicago. The green is focused on building a diverse roster of听 local farmers, producers, and processors.

Location Details
黑料社 at 320 320 South Canal Street

Market Hours
Tuesdays 鈥� 11 A.M. to 3 P.M.
2026 Season: June 2 – September 29

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Schedule

Meet our Vendors

Meet our 2026 weekly vendors!听 Grab seasonal produce, baked goods, and fresh florals while enjoying live music at each market.听

  • A playful micro-bakery inspired by Vietnamese flavors, serving creative pastries designed to make eating fun through bold taste and presentation.
  • : Amish-inspired soft pretzels made fresh with imported German salt, served warm with a wide selection of gourmet dipping sauces.
  • 听A plant-based herbal shop specializing in handcrafted and natural-based tea and soap blends..
  • Non-alcoholic fermentory creating innovative, small-batch beverages and foods that blend science, tradition, and bold flavor.
  • Genevieve Grows: City Farm Flowers was created to provide sustainably grown fresh cut flowers to Chicagoans, offering a selection of blooms from spring through fall in mixed bouquets and arrangements. We believe freshly harvested local flowers provide a unique experience of the beauty and healing power of the natural world. Grown, harvested and arranged with loving ethics right here in Chicago.
  • 听A sustainable farm offering high-quality pork, beef, chicken, fish, and dairy, all raised with environmentally responsible practices and no antibiotics.
  • A neighborhood gelato shop serving rich, small-batch flavors, including vegan and gluten-free options.
  • : We believe that everyone deserves a sweet treat that speaks to their unique taste and preferences. That’s why we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive space where everyone can find something to satisfy their sweet tooth. We love what we do and are passionate about sharing our baked goods with the world. Come join us at Maggie’s Sweets and taste the love in every bite!
  • A honey-focused vendor sourcing from hives across Illinois, Michigan, and Indiana, offering a naturally diverse lineup of raw and infused honey varieties.
  • Freshly made baked goods and desserts, including cakes, cobblers, and signature banana pudding, crafted to order.
  • : Illinois鈥� only certified organic creamery producing artisan cheeses from locally raised, pasture-fed animals.
  • : Asian American desserts that highlight unique flavors and ingredients, blending tradition into modern sweets.
  • : A family-run farm delivering vibrant, just-picked produce, fresh greens, and pasture-raised eggs that showcase the best of each season.
  • A market favorite serving authentic, handmade tamales, tacos, and classic Mexican street food packed traditional flavor.
  • Serving fresh, home-cooked meals like hearty entr茅es, comfort classics, and ready-to-enjoy dishes made from scratch.
  • 听Owned and operated by two retired Chicago police officers, Windy City serves up refreshing shaved ice with over 50 flavors.

Pop-Up Vendors

Meet our 2026 pop-up vendors! These vendors rotate in and out each week, providing an every-changing array of local farmers and producers.

  • : Abbey Brown Soap Artisan is unique in historical West Town, highlighting exclusive handcrafted soaps and bathing rituals. We are committed to our vision of supporting local farms, growing relationships, building creative community experiences. Made by hand, all-natural skin products, teaching this craft and doing this for 22 years, home-grown herbs b and flowers infused in olive oil.
  • HA plant shop dedicated to bringing unique, happy houseplants to the community. We offer a thoughtfully curated selection ranging from easy, beginner-friendly plants to rare.
  • : Bitter Ex Bitters & Syrups handcrafts artisanal bitters and culinary syrups in the heart of Chicago. They鈥檝e created myriad flavors of complex bitters and exceptional syrups perfect to complete your home bar.
  • : A specialty treat company offering handcrafted boozy sweets for adults looking to indulge in a unique, flavorful experience.
  • : Repurposed and handmade accessories, including items made from vegetable bushel bags, vintage button jewelry, wool flowers, and miscellaneous hand-stitched pieces.
  • #bestempanadas was established in 2012, we specialize in empanadas made with Latin American comfort foods.
  • : Our goal is to introduce everyone to the absolutely stunning flavor of a homegrown, hand-picked, vine-ripened, heirloom tomato. We do that by selling tomato plants every Spring.
  • : Women owned business! We make organic soy wax candles infused with hand developed formulations of essential oil blends!
  • With a focus on body essentials, we’re dedicated to providing high-quality, all-natural products that nourish both body and soul.
  • Freshly Made Lemonade: Freshly Made Lemonade is a small business and we focus on fresh lemonade and popcorn.
  • : At GRIFFIN鈥橲 we take an original approach to classic cocktail recipes by using only fresh produce, hand crafted ingredients, and thoughtfully selected spirits. Every bottle is carefully made in small batches, ensuring that we pay attention to every detail along the way. Most of all we want to expand people鈥檚 palates and prove that great cocktails at home can be enjoyed without the great hassle.
  • : We produce extra virgin olive oil from our family-owned farms in the Northern part of Lazio, Italy. Our olive oil first cold pressed 听and it is pure.
  • Is a handcrafted beverage and food business dedicated to creating fresh, drinks infused with real herbs, fruits, and spices and fresh meals. Each blend is thoughtfully crafted to nourish the body and elevate wellness, offering unique flavors that are as refreshing as they are beneficial. From energizing herbal infusions to vibrant fruit-based teas, our mission is to make healthy, flavorful drinks easily accessible while bringing a fresh twist to everyday hydration. As a wheelchair-operated business, Ivori’s Enhancements is built on resilience, passion, and a commitment to inclusivity, inspiring others while delivering quality in every sip.
  • Handcrafted plant-based bold flavored popcorn.
  • : Urban chic jewelry inspired by timeless styles with a splash of a playful edge.
  • : We are a bagel bakery located in south Evanston. We sell hand-rolled, kettle-boiled, wood-fired bagels, house-made cream cheeses and outstanding sandwiches and salads.
  • : Sweet and savory crepes made to order.
  • We are a foodservice company that produces baked goods such as cookies, cakes, muffins, cobblers, brownies and pies; and specialty vegan dishes upon request.
  • : 100% hand poured soy candles using eco-friendly products and a high standard of using clean and safe scents.
  • : Offbeat Macaroons & Sweets offers delicious and boutique-quality macaroons, cupcakes, and pies.
  • : Orbiter channels our love of home brewing into a DIY, small-batch roaster.
  • Paliovrysi Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Paliovrysi Extra Virgin Olive Oil is extra virgin olive oil farmed and produced by a ninth-generation family-owned olive farm in Lakonia, Greece. The olive oil is shipped to Chicago immediately after harvesting and is cold-pressed.
  • : Thai authentic food, street food. We often serve steam buns, egg rolls, and crabragoon like many favor, curry puff like basil chicken, parang curry, chive dumpling.
  • : We make and sell our own toilet spray called Discreet Excretions! It’s a before-you-go spray that traps the smell in the bowl creating a protective film barrier on the water’s surface.
  • : Handmade cotton market bags, silk pashminas and scarfs, earrings and sunglasses.
  • : The BG Bakery is a 100% gluten-free bakery that specializes in high quality cookies.
  • The Bond Bar: The Bond Bar is a luxury permanent jewelry studio specializing in meaningful, custom-fit pieces designed to be worn every day. relationships and milestones.
  • Specializes in creating all-natural dog treats and food toppers. Crafted with high-quality, human-grade ingredients.
  • Fermented hot sauce company in Rockford, Illinois. Making the best tasting hot sauces with the highest quality ingredients. Small batch producer, I always about 5-7 different sauces available that rotate quickly.
  • Specializes in creating all-natural dog treats and food toppers. Crafted with high-quality, human-grade ingredients. Yemoja鈥檚 Organic is a Chicago-based sea moss company dedicated to crafting premium quality products infused with the essence of the ocean.

Vendors

The 2026 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 Friday, April 3rd.

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. 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/ or 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,听 or 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
  • 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