Farmers Market+ At The Dole

VOTED #1 FARMERS MARKET IN ILLINOIS TWO YEARS IN A ROW!


Welcome to the Farmers Market+ At The Dole!

A farmer’s market plus so much more!

Here’s What’s Unique for the NEXT MARKET+ on June 4th, 2023

(Subject to change…check back often!)

Food Trucks

Every Sunday the market+ offers several brunch and lunch options for you to enjoy. Come hungry!

Live Acoustic Music

Sip, shop, and relax with live acoustic music every Sunday. You can tap your feet to the beat from your favorite market+ spot.

Our Market+ Bartenders

Our Market+ bartenders will be pouring out tasty brunch cocktails for your sipping pleasure! Come thirsty!

Are You Thristy??

Our near-famous Market+ Bloody Marys are all the buzz using many of our vendor’s products!

Food Vendors

  • Las Cazuelita’s
  • Magic Crepes
  • Pineapple X’pressed
  • Smash’d 
  • Kernel Dan’s
  • Joe & Dough
  • The Inside Scoop
  • Your Sisters Tomato
  • Chicago Johnny’s

Musicians

  •  Ringling Stage: BB & The Honey
  • Southside Charlie’s Stage (South East Entrance): Amy Yore Music

Complimentary Kids Activities

  • Balloon Artist
  • Face Painting and Airbrushing
  • Roaming Characters for Photo Op
  • Storytelling by Emmy Award Winner Jim May

Bar Beverages

  • Market+ Bloody Marys
  • Mimosas
  • Margaritas + Palomas
  • Happy Coffee
  • Beer + Wine + Seltzers
  • And More!

Special Promo

  • Creative Arts
  • Crystal Lake Cars and Caffeine – Car Show
  • Lost Woods Animal Sanctuary
  • McHenry County Dept. of Health

Outdoor Market

Sundays, May 28th – Oct 29th,  2023
(no market: Jun 25 & Jul 2)

10 am – 2 pm

Front lawn of the historic Dole Mansion
401 Country Club Rd. Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Free Admission, Ample Parking, Pet Friendly, Rain or Shine, ATM Onsite, 80+ Vendors

Outdoor Market
Indoor Market+

Indoor Market

Sundays, Nov 6, 2022 thru April 2023 on the following dates:
Nov 6, 13, 20 – Dec 4, 11, 18 – Jan 15, 29
Feb 12, 26 – Mar 12, 26 – Apr 2, 16, 23

10 am – 2 pm

Inside the historic Dole Mansion
401 Country Club Rd. Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Free Admission, Ample Parking, ATM Onsite, 40+ Vendors

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does The Farmers Market+ charge an entrance fee?

No, the Farmers Market+ is free to enter.

Is there a charge for the Balloon Artist and Face Painting?

Both are complimentary each market week during outdoor markets!  Tips are appreciated.

Do all vendors accept credit cards?

Not all, but most vendors accept credit cards.  There is an ATM inside the main entrance, if you need cash to purchase items.  The Dole Market Bar and Dole merchandise for purchase accepts credit cards.

Do you sell insulated bags to keep my products cold while I stay at the event?

Yes, we have two sizes of insulated bags for sale.  An ice pack is included with each insulated bag purchase to keep your items cool.

Is there an ATM onsite?

Yes, there is an ATM inside the main entrance of the building; up the stairs to the main level.

Does the market accept EBT/SNAP cards?

At this time, we do not; however, we are checking into the program.

Is there handicapped parking available at the market?

Yes, there is ample handicapped parking available; enter the parking lot from Golf Road.

Is there a bike rack available?

Yes, at the main entrance off of Country Club Road.

Is there motorcycle parking available?

Yes, motorcycle parking is near the Handicapped Parking. Follow the signs for Handicapped Parking.  Enter parking lot from Golf Road.

Are pets allowed at the market?

We love pets! And for the OUTDOOR markets, your pet is welcome to hang out with you provided they are on a leash and well-behaved.

You know your pet best but please be considerate of others attending the event. If your pet doesn’t do well around children, please consider leaving Fido or Fifi at home. If you do bring your pets, you are responsible for them at all times and you must always pick up after them.

Are there public restrooms at the market?

Yes, there are signs directing you to the restrooms at the south end of the building.  There are handicapped restrooms available entering the main entrance of the building.  There is a lift available to bring you to the main level.

Are tours of the Dole Mansion offered during the market?

There will be a schedule coming soon with dates and times.

Is there public transportation provided to the event?

While there is no public transportation that stops directly at our door, taxi or Uber service from the 2 train stations in Crystal Lake are available options.

Join Our Market

Interested in being part of the #1 voted farmers market in Illinois? Submit your application today!

Become A Sponsor

We’re looking for sponsors interested in supporting our local community. Find out more today!

Volunteering

We love our volunteers and we’re always looking for additional help. Interested? Sign up below!

Piscasaw Gardens will create a bouquet with the flowers you select at Farmers Market+
R & B Miller Fruit Farm from Michigan with a wide variety of cherries, berries, peaches/nectarines & apples (in the fall) and more at Farmers Market+
BB and The Honey at Farmers Market+ 2nd Sunday of each month!

A Special Thanks to Our Outdoor Market Sponsors

Advocate Good Shepherd Sponsor Logo
Jay & Sharon LeCoque Sponsor Logo
Clicks Web Design Inc.
Steve & Kristin Georgy Sponsor Logo
Carol Hoefer Sponsor Logo
NW Herald & Shaw Local Sponsor Logo
Sheri Franse CB Realtor Logo
NW Herald & Shaw Local Sponsor Logo
Service League of Crystal Lake logo

We are committed to the local community. Our Farmers Market+ At The Dole has partnered to share proceeds with the Service League of Crystal Lake, which has spent almost a century providing support to those in need.

Farmers Market+ Merch!

Heading home with more items than you thought? Need a way to keep your items cool while you enjoy your day the Market+? We’ve got you covered! We offer the following items for sale on Market+ Sundays. Look for the Market Merch booth for more information.

Insulated Bags

with ice packs

Lrg: $4.00   Sml: $3.00 each

Shopping Totes

in yellow & green

$2.00 each

Picnic Blankets

in black, grey, and green

$20.00 each