Springfield foodies, your produce prayers may have just been answered. For years, locals have watched their neighbors in Eugene enjoy the lively Lane County Farmers Market—and now, Springfield might be next in line.
As reported by Lookout Eugene-Springfield, the Lane County Farmers Market, famous for its summer night markets (like the buzzing one held August 25, 2025), is exploring the idea of expanding across the river. A brand-new Springfield Farmers Market could be in the works for next year.
On September 10, organizers posted on Instagram that they’re “exploring the idea of starting a Springfield Farmers Market.” Translation: fresh berries, artisan breads, flowers, and maybe even those hand-poured candles you didn’t know you needed—right in downtown Springfield.
They’re asking locals to help shape the market by filling out a quick survey. Want it on Thursdays? Prefer Sundays? Should it pop up at Island Park, or in front of City Hall and the library? Your opinion could make it happen.
Market manager Alexis Molinari says this has been on the back burner for a few years, but now the timing feels right.
“It’s been part of our strategic planning, and now we are ready to actually start activating that,” Molinari told Lookout Eugene-Springfield.
The response so far? “Nothing but positive.”
Springfield has seen attempts at markets before, but they never fully stuck. This time, the Lane County Farmers Market is teaming up with Springfield city officials to build a real partnership—something that has proven successful in Eugene.
If all goes well, the Springfield market could launch in June 2026 and run through October, right in the heart of Oregon’s produce season. Picture it: tomatoes warm from the sun, crisp apples, bouquets of dahlias, maybe even a pumpkin or two as fall rolls in.
Molinari says community support will be key. Businesses interested in getting involved are encouraged to reach out for partnership opportunities.
“This is in line with our vision to continue to make local fresh food more accessible to the community and lower the barrier to connect rural and urban communities,” Molinari explained.
Your Chance to Weigh In
The survey is still open, and every response counts. Organizers want to lock in details by November so Springfield can finally have the farmers market it deserves.
So if you’ve ever wished you could shop for your veggies, flowers, and farm-fresh cheese without trekking to Eugene, now’s your chance to speak up. Springfield, this could be the start of something delicious.
