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!
Visit the ILFMA YouTube channel to access many of our past online trainings and webinars! Topics covered range from starting Link/Link Match at your market, fundraising, cottage food regulations and more.
Click HERE to check out all our great informational videos!
Upcoming Events
Everything Local Conference 2026
Save the Date for the 2026 Everything Local Conference!
WEBINAR: Plan Your National Farmers Market Week Celebration!
This free (and fun) webinar will provide great tips and ways to use this week long event to highlight your farmers market.
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, stay tuned for the details about our next market meet up. We'll see you at the market!
Upcoming Trainings
Market Master Series!
Our 2025 Market Masters webinar series covers topics that help farmers market managers utilize tools to fund and support their markets!
Illinois Certified Farmers Market Manager Course
This 8 week training addresses real-world market issues and covers best practices for successful farmers markets.
Other Opportunities
National Farmers Market Week
National Farmers Market Week celebrates the vital role markets play in our food system, with events, contests, and activities that boost attendance and highlight their community impact.