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December · Illinois

What's in season at Illinois farmers markets in December

Indoor / holiday markets only. Meats, cheeses, eggs become the draw. Backed by USDA data on 357 Illinois markets and the typical growing patterns for midwest & northeast.

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Peak this December

These are at their absolute best right now — buy them in volume, eat them all week.

storage apples leeks winter squash

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

cabbage parsnips beets carrots sweet potatoes

◯ From storage

Cold-stored from last year's harvest — still common at indoor markets.

apples potatoes onions garlic winter squash sweet potatoes beets carrots cabbage

← Last month

November in Illinois

Was peak: apples, winter squash, sweet potatoes, leeks…

Next month →

January in Illinois

Coming into peak: storage apples, potatoes, winter squash

Where to shop in Illinois

Top Illinois farmers markets

Aledo Main Street Farmer's Market & Bake Sale

Aledo · 61231
5.0 (2)

Arlington Heights Farmers Market

Arlington Heights · 60004
5.0 (8)

Carlinville Farmers Market

Carlinville · 62626
5.0 (1)

Cuba Farmers Market

Cuba · 61427
5.0 (3)

Desoto Community Farmers Market

Desoto · 62924
5.0 (1)

East Dundee Farmers Market

Dundee · 60118
5.0 (1)

Farmers Market on the Square

Jacksonville · 62650
5.0 (2)

Freeport Farmers Market

Freeport · 61032
5.0 (1)
See all 357 Illinois markets →

Seasonal data is generalized to midwest & northeast. Local microclimates, hoop houses, and specific orchard varieties can shift these by 2-4 weeks. Always confirm with the specific market or vendor — and ask the farmer what just came in. Source: USDA cooperative extension calendars synthesized into 6 US climate zones.