Farmers Markets Near Me

November · Illinois

What's in season at Illinois farmers markets in November

Outdoor markets close after Thanksgiving in most of region. Backed by USDA data on 357 Illinois markets and the typical growing patterns for midwest & northeast.

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Illinois signature this month

Pumpkins

IL is the #1 pumpkin state — 90% of US canned pumpkin comes from here.

Peak this November

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

Pumpkins apples winter squash sweet potatoes leeks brussels sprouts cranberries

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

kale cabbage parsnips turnips beets mushrooms

◐ Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

pumpkins pears broccoli

◯ From storage

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

apples potatoes onions garlic

← Last month

October in Illinois

Was peak: apples, pumpkins, winter squash, cider…

Next month →

December in Illinois

Coming into peak: storage apples, leeks, 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.