French Market at PrairieWalk Pond

The French Market is located along Garfield Avenue, adjacent to beautiful PrairieWalk Pond

This award-winning site serves as a beautiful back drop to this colorful, open-air market that runs on Saturdays from May 6 through October 14, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Vendors change weekly, so each market is a unique experience. Free parking is available in the Garfield Parking Lot, Main Street and the Commuter Parking Lots off of Burlington Avenue. There is no admission charge, so bring the whole family; service animals and pets in carriers are welcome. Diverse offerings include:

  • Artisan crafts
  • Baked goods
  • Cheeses
  • Food
  • Fresh produce
  • Plants
  • Home accessories
  • Jewelry
  • Knife sharpening
  • Meats
  • Olive oils
  • Pet products

French Market Location

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Becoming a French Market Vendor 

If you are interested in securing a booth at the French Market, please email Paula Gleason, Market Supervisor, or call 630-222-3403. For local businesses and non-profit vendors, please view additional details here. For additional details, please refer to the 2023 French Market Vendor Application.

Virtual French Market

Not ready to be part of the crowd? Check out the online French Market.  The virtual market allows patrons to shop and vendors to continue to participate in critically important sales.  The virtual French Market offers patrons access to an excellent and diverse selection of products.  

Shop, Dine, & Explore Downtown Lisle
After you're done shopping at the market, be sure to visit Downtown Lisle. Enjoy unique shopping and dining experiences in a beautiful garden-like setting. Relax and refresh at the stunning nature-inspired fountain located at the entrance to the Main Street Garden Walk.  Hungry?  There are plenty of options for a unique dining experience in Downtown Lisle.