Urbana's Market at the Square

Urbana's Market at the Square is a producer-only market, so what you buy has been grown, made, or produced in Illinois. It regularly has over 100 vendors, from fresh produce, meat, and dairy to prepared foods, plants, flowers, jewelry, pottery, woodwork, candles, body care, garden decor, and clothing. Early in the season the pickings can be slim; at the height of the growing season the choices can be overwhelming. Come early, not late, for the best selection, and an interactive map helps plan the walk. Public restrooms are in Urbana City Hall, across Vine Street from the site.

Our take: Go early for the widest selection, then use the interactive map if you are hunting a specific Illinois-made product.