The Iowa City Farmers Market is managed by the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department. It is an open-air market held in the Chauncey Swan parking ramp, Chauncey Swan Park, and on E. Washington St. in downtown Iowa City. The market runs from May through October. We strive to serve all populations by providing access to fresh, locally produced products.

What to Know before You Visit

Pets – Animals are NOT allowed inside the first level of the parking ramp during the market. But feel free to bring your furry friends to the market to enjoy the park and Washington Street!

Payment – A variety of payment options are available including cash, credit/debit cards, EBT/SNAP (Electronic Benefit Transfer/Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) cards, and DUFB (Double Up Food Bucks.) Tokens are available for purchase at the Information Table located at the north entrance of the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp during the market, see staff for more details.

Parking – During the Farmers Market hours (7:30 a.m. to noon), free parking is available in the upper levels of the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp, as well as the lot behind the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center.

Street parking can be found in various areas surrounding the Farmers Market. Information regarding street meters can be found at the following link: Parking Meters, Facilities, and Programs.