Note: Vendors might not bring all products shown.
The Drake University Farmers Market is more than just a place to shop—it is a space where community, culture, and connection come together. Our market is designed to bridge the gap between students and local vendors, creating meaningful relationships rooted in support, creativity, and shared experience.
By bringing small businesses, farmers, and student entrepreneurs directly onto campus, we provide an accessible platform for vendors to showcase their work while allowing students to engage with and invest in their local community. Each interaction—whether it’s purchasing fresh produce, handmade goods, or prepared food becomes an opportunity to learn, connect, and uplift one another.
What makes our market especially impactful is its commitment to mutual aid. All of the proceeds generated by the market are reinvested directly into community support initiatives, ensuring that the market's success extends beyond the day’s sales. Through this model, every purchase contributes to a larger mission: redistributing resources, supporting those in need, and fostering a culture of collective care.
The Drake University Farmers Market is not just a marketplace; it is a movement toward sustainability, equity, and community empowerment.
It will be in the parking lot of the Harkin Institute which is across the street from Drake University
