A Trip Through Sun Prairie: A Farmer’s Market Tour 

Six to eight weeks after local legend, Jimmy the Groundhog sees the Sun… on the prairie, the Sun Prairie Farmers’ Market opens! Offering a trek through the amazing items south-central Wisconsin’s artisan vendors, local producers, and farmers have to offer every Saturday from May through October. Starting at 7:00 a.m., join local vendors in the heart of Sun Prairie at the Cannery Square and Market St. 

If unable to visit all the vendors every week, join market manager, local vendor, and farmer and rancher, Sarah Wells on her video tours she shares on the Sun Prairie farmer’s market Facebook page every Saturday! Whether shopping at the farmers’ market to replenish your pantry, or just passing on through on your way the annual Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival  

Offering Double Dollars since 2023, Sun Prairie Farmers’ market is one of many markets in Dane county offering food and nutrition security programs and services at the market! For further information, ways to support the vendors and market, and volunteer opportunities, reach out to: market@cityofsunprairie.com!  

Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival

The 71st Annual Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival, one of the Midwest’s top food festivals, takes place from August 14-18, 2024, at Angell Park in Sun Prairie, WI. This five-day event is a summer highlight, featuring 80 tons of Wisconsin-grown sweet corn served with butter and salt. The festival kicks off with a parade on Wednesday, August 14th, at 6 PM and features lots of live music, a Cornhole tournament, and a variety of family-friendly activities.

Located at the intersection of Highway 19 and Highway N, Angell Park provides convenient onsite parking for attendees. The festival is a perfect opportunity to enjoy local food, participate in community events, and celebrate the season with friends and family. Don’t miss this iconic celebration of all things corn! Click here for event details.