Events & Trainings
From workshops and webinars, to conferences and certification programs, we offer trainings and events for everyone interested in expanding access to local farm products at farmers markets!
Be sure to check out our YouTube Channel here. We archive many of our past online trainings and webinars!
Upcoming Events
Save the Date: Everything Local Conference 2025
Register now for the 2025 Everything Local Conference, held January 29 – 31 in Springfield Illinois!
Food, Flowers and Fun!
Join ILFMA at the Bloom Wine Bar for our Food, Flowers and Fun! fundraiser. Enjoy food, live music, a great silent auction and the chance to build your own beautiful bouquet (for an added fee).
Market Mondays
Join ILFMA and market managers from across Illinois on the first Monday of the month for online networking and casual discussions.
Meet Me at the Market!
Thanks to all who attended our first Meet Me at the Market! We're currently planning our winter Market Meet Up, tentatively scheduled for February 2025. Date and location coming soon, check back for more details and we'll see you at the market!
Upcoming Trainings
Illinois Certified Farmers Market Manager Course
The 2025 Certified Farmers Market Manager Course starts February 3! This 8 week training addresses real-world market issues and covers best practices for successful farmers markets.
Market Master Series
Date and more details for our 2025 Market Master Series coming soon!
Other Opportunities
2024 Cream of the Crop Awards
Celebrating the best of Illinois farmers market marketing efforts. Nominations due April 5, 2025.