The Excelsior Springs Farmers Market is set to celebrate National Farmers Market Week, from August 4-10, 2024, during this Wednesday’s event. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the national celebration, which emphasizes the crucial role farmers markets play in the country’s food system.
The local market, known for its community engagement and fresh produce, accepts WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Vouchers, along with EBT and Double-Up Food Bucks, making it accessible to a wider range of residents.
To mark the occasion, the Excelsior Springs Farmers Market has organized a series of special events for the evening market. Highlights include a bounce house, kids’ magic and balloon activities, and a proclamation from local officials. Visitors can also enjoy treats from Nonnie’s Shaved Ice and music from a live DJ. Additionally, the market has been selling raffle tickets for the past month, with the drawing set to take place on August 7th. Participants must be present to win a variety of prizes.
In a recent campaign, the Excelsior Springs Farmers Market encouraged citizens to vote in America’s Farmers Market Celebration by American Farmland Trust. While the market did not secure a national position, it achieved second place in Missouri with 692 votes, narrowly missing first place by 31 votes. Lawson’s market came in fifth place with 163 votes.
The Excelsior Springs Farmers Market operates every Wednesday, offering a morning market from 9:00 am to 11:30 am at the Excelsior Springs Community Center and an evening market from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm downtown in the Hitch Lot, behind 414 Company on Thompson Avenue. Additionally, Wood Heights hosts a market on Tuesdays from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Wood Heights City Hall, 2098 East Ridge Drive.
As National Farmers Market Week kicks off, the Excelsior Springs community is invited to join in the celebrations, support local farmers, and enjoy the festivities.
Raffle Prize List
The Grazin’ Station – $50 Gift Certificate
VanTill Family Winery – $50 Gift Certificate
One Step At A Time – Free Group Dance Lesson
Scooter’s Coffee – Coffee Pods and Mug
Excelsior Springs Golf Course – Round of Golf
Excelsior Springs Community Center – 1 Month Membership
Excelsior Springs Community Center – 2 Hour Party Room Rental
Excel Nutrition – $20 Gift Certificate
Dari-B – T-shirt and $5 Gift Certificate
Abigail’s Sweet Peas – Coloring Book w/ Character Crayons
Abigail’s Sweet Peas – Set of 4 Bead Bracelets
Slightly Off Broadway – Set of 2 Tickets
Opportunity Cafe – $20 Gift Certificate
Ray’s Lunch – $25 Gift Certificate
O’Reilly Auto Parts – Car Wash Bucket
Mind, Body & Soap – $20 Gift Certificate
816 Bakehouse – Variety Box
Holistic Springs (Courtesy of Jay Stoetzer, CEK Insurance) –
Four $25 Gift Certificates
And Hair We Are – Free Haircut, 10% Off Color, Bottle of Product
Yellow Box of Magic – 1 hour Magic Show
Style by Ry – $20 Gift Certificate
Walgreens – $10 Gift Certificate
Sonic – Two $25 Gift Certificate
Excelsior Springs Farmers Market – Tote Bag and Cup
Excelsior Springs Farmers Market/Hustle & Heart – Cream Long
Sleeved T-shirt, size XL
Excelsior Springs Chamber Trolley – Wine Tumbler
Naye’s Tupperware – Tupperware Set
Penrod’s Greenhouse – $25 Gift Certificate
Northland Rolladium Skate Center (Courtesy of Joe Stoetzer,
CEK Insurance) – $25 Gift Certificate
Baking with Basils – Free Monster Cookie
John McGovern – Kick Scooter, Blue
John McGovern – Kick Scooter, Pink
Nonnie’s Shaved Ice – Free Large Specialty Shaved Ice
Jerzee Girls Creations – Two Lemonade Tumblers
Haisley & Tanner Co. – Seven Tumblers
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