The Downtown Elgin Market is a weekly destination that entices visitors with unique experiences, access to fresh local foods, and live entertainment within the bike and pedestrian-friendly area of Downtown Elgin. The Downtown Elgin Market is in its 25th year of being hosted by the Downtown Neighborhood Association whose mission is to create a thriving downtown that is an asset for the entire community.
These guidelines have been crafted by Market Leadership, with the approval of Downtown Neighborhood Association Leadership and the Board to ensure a safe and successful event for vendors, community partners, and downtown businesses alike.
Location of the Market:
The Downtown Elgin Market takes place in Downtown Elgin on S Riverside Drive
Hours of Market Operation:
Every Friday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, during the Market Season with clean up and all vendors off the street by 8:00 PM. We are implementing a “First Fridays” Market this year, featuring enhanced entertainment, programming, and extended hours on the first Friday of each month, during the months of May 23, June 6, and August 1. On these days the market will be open from 3:00 PM-8:00 PM with clean up and all vendors off the street by 9:00 PM. WE WILL BE CLOSED ON JULY 4TH.
The 2025 Downtown Elgin Market Season will run for a total of twenty-one (20) weeks, beginning on Friday, May 23rd until Friday, October 10th.