Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
The Indoor Farmers Market at Water Tower Place
For the second year in a row, Chicago’s Water Tower Place is teaming up with the South Loop Farmers Market to bring its popular indoor farmers market back for another season. Running weekly on Sundays, 12pm – 4pm, from January 11th through Sunday, March 29th , 2026 on the center’s Level 4, the indoor Farmers Market at Water Tower Place (835 Michigan Avenue) will feature:
- More than 75 local and regional vendors serving up an eclectic mix of farm- fresh produce, preserved vegetables, artisan cheeses and meats, flavorful snacks and piping-hot lunch options.
- Rotating live entertainment featuring DJs, local bands and surprise
performances for the whole family. - Creative ‘foodspiration’ and imagination zones where shoppers can enjoy hands-on, experiential activities, access studio and art supplies and browse a one-of-a-kind cookbook library designed to spark culinary creativity.
- An interactive kids’ area with puppets, toys, a kid-sized farmstand and more to encourage playful learning and fun.
- Lounge and dining spaces designed to cultivate joy and connection.
- Pet and family-friendly photography stations to capture special, memory- making moments.
- Special events and workshops such as friend mixers, dating events, chef-led cooking demos and more.
