Excelsior Springs Farmers Market Expands with New Evening Market Location and Community Partnerships

Farmers Market

Excelsior Springs Farmers Market is gearing up for another season, welcoming vendors, sponsors, and shoppers with exciting new offerings. This year, the market is expanding with the introduction of an evening market, increasing accessibility for the community.

Vendor Applications Now Open

Local farmers, artisans, and food producers interested in participating in the market can now submit vendor applications. Those looking to apply can email excelsiorfarmersmarket@gmail.com for more information.

Market Schedule

Morning Market – Excelsior Springs Community Center
Tuesdays, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
May 13 – August 12

Evening Market – New Location – Clay/Ray Veterans Memorial Hall, 206 Veterans Memorial Dr
Wednesdays, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
June – October

New Health Food Benefits Program

The Farmers Market will now accept health food benefits from participating insurance plans, allowing more families access to fresh, locally grown produce.

Additionally, for the next four months, the Excelsior Springs Community Center is partnering with the MU Extension Program to assist individuals in signing up for SNAP/EBT benefits. This marks the first step in the application process, after which applicants will receive a follow-up phone interview with the Department of Social Services.

Upcoming Sign-Up Dates:Excelsior Springs Community Center:

March 3 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
April 7 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
May 5 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
June 3 (Farmers Market Day) | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Market Sponsorship Opportunities

Community businesses and individuals have the opportunity to support the Farmers Market through several sponsorship levels: Weekly Giveaways, Annual Raffle, Monetary Donation. All in exchange for media exposure throughout the season.

Sponsors Supporting This Year’s Market

The Excelsior Springs Farmers Market is made possible through the generous support of:

Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce
Excelsior Springs Hospital
City of Excelsior Springs
American Family Insurance – Jeff Hocker’s Agency

With expanded opportunities and increased accessibility, this year’s Farmers Market aims to provide fresh food, support local businesses, and bring the community together. Mark your calendars and be part of the Excelsior Springs Farmers Market season!

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