Wow! This farmers market has everything you'd hope to find and more! Worth the trip!read more

Probably the biggest farmers market I've been to! There are food options for everyone, and the best…read morecoffee ever (ugh I can't remember which stand) This was a very impressive farmers market that we were lucky to be in town for!

The people were super friendly. I thought it was open til 2pm though and it closed at 12pm. Not…read moresure if I misread something or the information was incorrect. Anyhow, I didn't get to visit all the vendors or make purchases of the things I wanted because it closed 30 minutes after we got there. That being said it was in a nice grassy/shady area and not on concrete, which was nice

I was pleased to find a solid farmer's market with food trucks, crafts, produce, specialty items,…read moreand an overall fun environment on my initial visit. Located immediately south of the High Trestle Bike (and running) Trail, this market has ample parking and an easy layout under a pair of covered pavilions. The Uptown District also has a number of shops, bars, and restaurants nearby. This Market occurs every Saturday from 8 to noon. Kindness is abundant, and there are lots of overall good vibes. I enjoyed the little train that hauled the kiddos around the perimeter of the Market, and appreciated how clean the area was throughout my stay, I like how the food trucks are on the outside of the market footprint, making it easy to move around and enjoy the venue.

Finally checked out the Valley Junction Farmers Market. Arrived shortly after 4pm and found a…read morereally close spot so I was excited. Wandered out to look at vendors. Definitely a smaller more close knit group than compared to the DSM downtown farmers market. It got busy very quickly as it was of the nicest days so far all Summer. If you're watching the live music you gotta get your seats fast. Bring folding chairs. The businesses around the area were bustling and I made sure to check a few of those as well. Every vendor was friendly and inviting. Lots of samples! Local businesses. Farmers. Handmade goods. Jams. Fresh veggies & fruits. Flower arrangements. I would have posted more pictures but it got busy and I was enjoying everything.

I loved my first visit to the Valley Junction Farmers Market. It was a terrific combination of…read morefood, booths, shops, music, and people! Parking was easy, liking the way the stores get a lot of foot traffic as the booths butt up against the sidewalk, facing the stores. There was a perfect vibe from the attendees, seemingly something for everyone. I was unaware of the area, and this Market brought it to my attention.

Fresh Thyme Market is a fresh alternative to Whole Foods-type grocery operations. Fresh and organic…read moreproduce and meats, jealth-cboice pre-made food and snacks, a good wine selection, and a solid variety of house and body-care items make Fresh Thyme a worthwhile stop. Things to know: * Fresh Thyme also has a bakery, which can be a nice plus. * Located in a strip mall off of University Avenue and east of Valley West Mall makes access easy and convenient to a variety of other businesses. * Convenient hours: 7:00am-9:00pm daily.

The last two times I came here the cart area smelled so bad, like rotting vegetables, and the store…read moreitself wasn't much better. Except for one young cashier and one man that works in the deli, the staff either ignores customers entirely or are absolutely nasty. There's no reason to shop here. Ever.

Experience the Charm of Historic Valley Junction…read more The Historic Valley Junction is an amazing collection of shops, bars, and restaurants, and we love hanging out at the various functions in the Junction--you should really come check it out! We especially love the Thursday nights during the warmer seasons when the farmers' market is in full swing. The area comes alive with live bands and food trucks, providing entertainment and delicious food for everyone. We've often ridden our bikes down from Ankeny on the trail system to get there. While parking can be tricky, we never have too much trouble finding a spot within easy walking distance, especially since we typically arrive when the main street is closed off, creating a huge pedestrian mall feel! While I'm not really reviewing one specific place, I want to encourage you to come see what this area is all about. Come any day of the week, but especially during the special events when they close the street and you can experience the full charm of the area.

My friend from out of town refers to Valley Junction as a, "Sleepy Little Downtown Area," But it's…read moreso much more than that! It's our cities rich history of the rail road, some of the coolest vintage/retro antique/art shopping in the state, some great restaurants/bars, and a farmers market that in the summer gets streets dancing! I love that its all ma and pa stores down one of the only one way streets in the city! I have made that mistake a few times.. Also with new construction going into places like The Hall, and it's proximity to the bike path, the future will be as rich as Valley Junction's past!

Awesome for kids and adults. You can easily spend a full day on all the activities! Staff very…read morefriendly!

Always a great experience at Howells. Lots of room for the kids to run and play and be loud. Every…read moreyear there is more fun added. This we we took in some food while hunting down the perfect pumpkin, got lost in the maze and enjoyed seeing and feeding the baby goats.