Every Saturday · May through October

The heart of Corning
grows a little
bolder each season.

Every Saturday morning, neighbors become friends at Southwest Valley High School — where the soil is rich, the produce is real, and the community is rooted right here in Adams County.

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More than a market —
it's where this town
shows up for each other.

Corning Farmers Market isn't just a place to pick up groceries. It's a Saturday ritual that connects the people who grow our food with the people who eat it. Every stall tells a story — of seed saved from last year's harvest, of a family recipe tested over decades, of hands that work the land so the rest of us don't have to.

Located at Southwest Valley High School, our market has become the Saturday morning gathering place for Adams County and beyond. Whether you're chasing the perfect heirloom tomato in August or hunting for fresh cranberries in October, there's always something new to discover and someone new to greet you by name.

Fresh colorful produce at Corning Farmers Market
Community gathering at the farmers market
Freshly harvested vegetables
Artisan baked goods at the market

What's fresh this season

From the first strawberry of June to the last squash of October, our vendors bring the best of Iowa's growing season to your hands.

Fresh seasonal vegetables

Fresh Vegetables

Heirloom tomatoes, sweet corn, peppers, greens, and more — all grown within miles of Corning, harvested the same morning you buy them.

Fresh berries and fruit

Berries & Fruit

Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, apples, and stone fruit — picked at peak ripeness when flavor matters most.

Fresh baked goods and bread

Baked Goods

Sourdough loaves, fresh pastries, seasonal pies, and artisan breads — made from scratch with Iowa-grown flour and real butter.

Local honey and preserves

Honey & Preserves

Raw local honey, small-batch jams, pickled vegetables, and artisan cheeses — shelf-stable tastes of the season.

Fresh herbs and edible flowers

Herbs & Edible Flowers

Basil, rosemary, mint, chives, and seasonal edible blooms — everything you need to elevate your home cooking.

Handmade crafts and seasonal decor

Handmade Goods

Seasonal wreaths, candles, pottery, and gifts from local makers — each piece crafted right here in the community.

Come find us
every Saturday
morning.

We set up at Southwest Valley High School on 8th Street — look for the colorful stalls and the smell of fresh bread. It's free to walk through, and the best part is always free: the conversation.

When

Every Saturday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
May through October

Where

Southwest Valley High School
904 8th St, Corning, IA 50841-1412

Parking

Free parking available in the high school lot. Accessible entrance on 8th Street.

Corning Farmers Market Saturday morning atmosphere
Colorful vendor stalls at the market

"The best Saturday tradition in Adams County — fresh food, friendly faces, and a reason to slow down."

Rooted in community,
fed by generosity.

Every dollar spent at Corning Farmers Market stays in the community. Our vendors are your neighbors — the Johnsons down the road, the Miller family two farms over. When you shop here, you're investing in the land and the people who tend it.

Local Vendors

Every seller grows, bakes, or crafts within the region. You're buying from the people who know your name.

Sustainable Practices

Our growers use responsible farming methods — no shortcuts, no chemicals, just honest work and healthy soil.

Family Friendly

Kids love the energy, the samples, and the chance to pick their own vegetables. Bring the whole crew.

This Saturday,
taste the difference
of locally grown.

You don't need a fancy recipe or a long drive. Just show up, browse the stalls, and let someone hand you a tomato that actually tastes like a tomato.

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