2026 Details
Spring Vendor Meeting - Thursday, March 26, 6 p.m.
Cowley College, President's Dining Room, McAtee Dining Center, 206 S 4th Street, Arkansas City KS
Scale certification available. 

Text 620-218-9666 or email cowleyfarmersmarketassociation@gmail.com with questions.

Market Dates

Walnut Valley Farmers Market, Saturdays, 8 - 11 a.m., May 2 - September 26, 2026
Entrance to Island Park, 300 N Main, Winfield

Arkansas City Farm & Art Market, Tuesdays, 5-7 p.m., May 5 - September 28, 2026
Wilson Park, 701 N Summit Street, Arkansas City

 🌾 Now Hiring: 2026 Farmers Market Manager! 🌾
Walnut Valley Farmers Market – Winfield (Saturdays)
Ark City Farm & Art Market – Tuesdays
Are you passionate about local food, community, and supporting small producers? We’re looking for an energetic, organized Farmers Market Manager to lead our Winfield Saturday morning and Arkansas City Tuesday evening markets from May through September 2026!
✨ What You’ll Do:
-Support vendors and help build a welcoming, vibrant market atmosphere
-Oversee market setup, operations, and closing each day
-Coordinate vendor communications and booth assignments
-Help promote the markets and engage with customers
-Ensure rules, safety, and procedures are followed
-Be the friendly face of our local food community!
📍 Market Schedule:
Winfield – Walnut Valley Farmers Market
• Saturday mornings, May–September 2026
Ark City Farm & Art Market
• Tuesday evenings, May–September 2026
💼 Ideal Candidate:
Great with people
Organized and reliable
Enjoys outdoor, community‑focused work
Comfortable with light physical activity (e.g., helping vendors, setting up signs/tables)
📣 Interested?
Email bkreid@ksu.edu with a cover letter and/or message with your resume to be reviewed by the Cowley Farmers Market Association board. For priority consideration please submit interest by February 17 (position open until filled).



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