Green City Market Puts Down Roots in North Center, Bringing Year-Round Fresh Food to the Neighborhood

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/North Center · March 8, 2026

North Center is about to become the new home base for one of Chicago's most beloved food institutions. Green City Market — the city's premier producer-only farmers market, founded in 1999 — has secured a permanent brick-and-mortar location at 2457 W. Montrose Avenue, and the neighborhood couldn't be a more fitting fit.

The new building will serve as a true community hub, hosting chef-led demonstrations, educational programs, and a year-round market experience that goes well beyond what outdoor seasonal markets can offer. Executive Director Letisha Steele has described North Center as a place to "really grow what people see at that market and provide more opportunities for farmers." The location is conveniently transit-accessible, sitting about a half-mile from the Brown Line's Western stop and near several bus routes — making it easy for the whole neighborhood to participate. A community opening event is planned for as early as March, so keep your eyes peeled for details.

Green City Market's mission has always been to connect Chicagoans with fresh, locally grown food from producers who grow what they sell — a perfect match for North Center's community-minded spirit. Whether you're a longtime market devotee or a first-time visitor, this is a landmark moment for the neighborhood. Follow Green City Market at greencitymarket.org for opening announcements, and get ready to shop local like never before right in your own backyard!

Sources:
1. https://www.wbez.org/business/2026/01/23/green-city-market-permanent-home-north-center-farmers-market