Batavia Farmers Market To Start Hosting Wednesday Night Markets

BATAVIA, IL — Starting this summer, locals will have another opportunity to shop at the Batavia Farmers Market outside of regular weekend hours.

Celebrating its 30th season, the farmers market returned May 18 and will be held every Saturday through October 26. This year, a Wednesday evening market is also on the docket from 5-8 p.m. on North River Street between Wilson and State streets.

The first Wednesday night market is June 5, and it'll run weekly until Aug. 28.

"You'll find a smaller version of our popular Saturday morning market for a relaxed shopping experience," said officials at Batavia MainStreet, the organizer.

Here's a look at the vendors joining the mid-week event:

Fresh vegetables, fruits and herbs

• Fae Forest Fungi
• Garlic Breath Farm
• Mighty Green Farm
• Red Flower Organics

Honey, sauces and preserves

• Garlic Breath Farm
• Red Flower Organics
• Two Beekeepers

Ready-to-eat foods

• The Eventful Experience
• Kernel Dan's Kettle Corn
• Subway
• Thai Village

Baked goods and sweets

• Blue Stand Cookie Co.
• Gather Bakery
• Torte di Paola

Prepared foods

• Red Star Pizzas
• Torte di Paola
• Umbrella Azul