Local Food Cup-Lawrence Farmers Market

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of the Lawrence Farmers Market with the Local Food Cup, a special extended Market day inspired by the excitement of the international soccer tournament coming to Kansas! 

June 27
Market Hours: 7:30 AM–1:00 PM
Activities Begin: 9:00 AM

Vote for your favorite local produce beginning June 1 on social media and in person at the Market Information Booth every Saturday leading up to the event!

We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to experience everything that makes our Market special with a day full of food, fun, learning, and community.

Activities include (but are not limited to):

Dunk Tank featuring Mayor Brad Finkeldei and Douglas County Commissioner Patrick Kelly
Local food tastings, including cucumber soup, tomato samplers, and more
Photo Booth
Soccer Shootout and practice goals with Coaches Closet and Kansas Women's soccer goalkeeper, Sophie Dawe
Algerian-inspired recipes and educational opportunities connecting local Kansas foods with Algerian food traditions
Special giveaways and limited-edition merchandise
Vendor specials and limited-quantity products
Cooling stations to help beat the summer heat
Family-friendly fun throughout the Market

Whether you’re a longtime Market shopper or visiting for the first time, this is the perfect chance to celebrate local food, local businesses, and 50 incredible years with us.

Support the local farmers, growers, bakers, artists, and makers who help our community thrive week after week.