Uptown Marion Market &
Fall Marion market
Historically held in City Square Park, the Uptown and Fall Marion Markets offer fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, Iowa wines, and a wide variety of artisan items - all from local vendors. Grab a bite to eat and enjoy live entertainment from some of the areas finest musicians.
The 2020 Uptown Marion Market Season will look a little different this year, we appreciate you following along as the market adapts its operations to provide a safe shopping experience for our community. Our priority will remain on the safety of vendors, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees and while offering the public access to local products.
Uptown Marion Market Dates
June 13, July 11, August 8 from 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Current guidelines allow for only the sale of Farm Products and Food at the market as defined by the Iowa Department of Agriculture. Customers will be able to shop with our vendors, while we all adhere to additional health and safety protocols.
We need your help in implementing parts of our plan. In addition to the standards we have all been following, like handwashing and social distancing, we have some market-specific requests as laid out in guidance provided by the State of Iowa:
We are in a fluid environment with rules and regulations changing quickly. We are adjusting our plan as required by State and Local authorities, so we ask that you check the Marion Chamber Facebook page or website marioncc.org/uptown-marion-markets before coming to the market to prepare for any changes to our operations.
We look forward to the day when we can gather together to enjoy all local vendors, live music, and special programs. Until then, we appreciate your continued support shopping local!
The 2020 Uptown Marion Market Season will look a little different this year, we appreciate you following along as the market adapts its operations to provide a safe shopping experience for our community. Our priority will remain on the safety of vendors, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees and while offering the public access to local products.
Uptown Marion Market Dates
June 13, July 11, August 8 from 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Current guidelines allow for only the sale of Farm Products and Food at the market as defined by the Iowa Department of Agriculture. Customers will be able to shop with our vendors, while we all adhere to additional health and safety protocols.
We need your help in implementing parts of our plan. In addition to the standards we have all been following, like handwashing and social distancing, we have some market-specific requests as laid out in guidance provided by the State of Iowa:
- Use the designated entry and exit points (entry will be at the intersection of 6th Avenue and 11th Street only). Follow instructions for handwashing/sanitizing when entering and exiting.
- Attend the market alone without any other family members. We are sorry, pets and children are not allowed to attend the market at this time.
- Wear what makes you comfortable. Attendees are strongly encouraged to wear a mask or other protective face-covering if unable to maintain a distance of six feet from others.
- Shop efficiently to expedite your trip to the market. During this time, the market will have no on-site special programming, music performances, or common seating. We encourage you to shop quickly then head home to unpack your purchases!
- Look for signage at vendor tents to see what’s available and let the Vendor serve you. Vendors will be minimizing contact, ask for your products and the vendor will put together your order.
- Be patient as the organizers and vendors adapt to new, and changing, protocols. (Follow our Facebook Page @MarionIAChamber for updates.)
We are in a fluid environment with rules and regulations changing quickly. We are adjusting our plan as required by State and Local authorities, so we ask that you check the Marion Chamber Facebook page or website marioncc.org/uptown-marion-markets before coming to the market to prepare for any changes to our operations.
We look forward to the day when we can gather together to enjoy all local vendors, live music, and special programs. Until then, we appreciate your continued support shopping local!
vendor list and map coming soon!
Market Weather
Safety is the number one priority if severe weather threatens Uptown Marion Market.
If it is raining, grab your umbrella and come on out, market will go on rain or shine. However, if the rain comes along with thunder or lightning, our first priority is to make sure everyone is safe. If you are planning to come to market and severe weather is in the forecast, make sure to check the Marion Chamber of Commerce facebook page (@MarionIAChamber) frequently. We will post any announcements there.
If you are at Uptown Marion Market when weather becomes an issue, please follow these guidelines:
If it is raining, grab your umbrella and come on out, market will go on rain or shine. However, if the rain comes along with thunder or lightning, our first priority is to make sure everyone is safe. If you are planning to come to market and severe weather is in the forecast, make sure to check the Marion Chamber of Commerce facebook page (@MarionIAChamber) frequently. We will post any announcements there.
If you are at Uptown Marion Market when weather becomes an issue, please follow these guidelines:
- If lightning has been spotted, people will be asked to move to shelter in the Depot Pavilion or directed to their vehicles until 30 minutes have passed lightning/thunder free.
- If more than 60 minutes have passed and the storm continues or the Market Master can verify an extended storm cell’s presence exceeding the remaining open hours of the Market, the Market will be closed for the day.
Vendors
Uptown Marion Market and Fall Marion Market are sponsored by our Platinum Community Partners.
This event is also supported in part by the Marion Hotel/Motel Grant Program.
