Downtown Farmers Market
2026-07-25 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-01 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-08 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-15 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-22 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-29 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-05 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-12 07:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) and 4 more dates | Cannery Square, 1 Cannery Square, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
The Sun Prairie Farmers Market is a year-round, full-service market that features local vendors that sell a variety of goods from vegetables, beef, pork, eggs, honey, plants and more! The market gives the customers the chance to get to know their area farmers; know your farmer, know your food!
OUTDOOR MARKET
The outdoor farmers market opens May 2, 2026, and will run until October 31, 2026, from 7AM – 12PM in Downtown Sun Prairie at Cannery Square and Market Street.
Check out the Sun Prairie Farmers Market Facebook page for day update!
Sun Prairie Farmers’ Market Vendors

Saturday Farmer's Market Special!
2026-07-25 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-01 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-15 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-22 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-29 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-05 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-12 09:00 - 14:00 and 4 more dates | WI
Stop by Sun Prairie Flowers while you’re in town for the Farmers Market. Loose Wrap Local Amish Bouquets are only $24.95 and get 25% Off All Designed Arrangements for Carry-Out or Same-Day Delivery!

National Night Out
2026-08-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Cannery Square, 1 Cannery Square, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening in Downtown Sun Prairie with live music, food, and hands-on activities with first responders National Night Out celebration hosted by the Sun Prairie Police Department. The event will feature:

Meet-and-greet opportunities with first responders
Touch-a-truck with emergency vehicles
Free burgers and hot dogs grilled by officers
Face painting
Activities hosted by local non-profits and community groups
Additional food for purchase

National Night Out activities will take place in Cannery Square and along Market Street. Admission is free and all are welcome!

73rd Annual Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival
2026-08-19 - 2026-08-23 | Angell Park Speedway, 315 Park St, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Named one of the best food festivals in the Midwest, the Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival is August 19 – 23, 2026. The featured food is 80 tons of Wisconsin grown sweet corn served with savory butter and sprinkled with salt to your liking. With FIVE days, we’re sure to offer something special just for you!
📅 Dates: August 19 – 23, 2026📍 Location: Angell Park, 200 Park St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590🎟️ Admission: $2 per person (walk-in); parking available onsite for $10 (includes admission)🌐 More Info: sunprairiecornfest.com
Event Highlights:

Parade & Block Party: Kick off the festivities on Wednesday, August 19, at 6:00 PM with a lively parade through downtown Sun Prairie, followed by a block party featuring live music.

Live Music: Enjoy performances from regional bands throughout the festival.

Sweet Corn: Savor 80 tons of Wisconsin-grown sweet corn, served hot with butter and salt on Saturday and Sunday from noon to 6:00 PM, while supplies last

Carnival: Experience thrilling rides and games daily, with special wristband nights on Thursday and Friday for unlimited rides.

Family Activities: Visit the Kids Corner for crafts, face painting, games, and more family-friendly fun.

Vendors & Beer Shelter: Explore a variety of food vendors and enjoy beverages in the beer shelter, open daily.

Note: Steamed corn available Saturday and Sunday ONLY! Uncooked corn is available for purchase at $15 per grocery bag, while supplies last.
For a detailed schedule and more information, visit sunprairiecornfest.com.

Night Market
2026-08-27 17:00 - 20:30 | Cannery Square, 1 Cannery Square, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Experience the magic of summer evenings in Downtown Sun Prairie at our Night Market. Stroll through a lively open-air market filled with artisan vendors, handmade goods, unique finds, delicious food, and live entertainment as the downtown streets come alive at night.
Bring friends, grab a bite from a food truck or local restaurant, enjoy the music, and shop local under the evening sky. It’s the perfect way to spend a summer night!
This year we have two Night Markets on July 23rd and August 27th.
Artisan Vendors Food Trucks Live Music from Lake Collective Band from 5:30 – 8:00 pm in Cannery Square Outdoor Shopping Under the Stars

Food Trucks:

Beans n Cream Coffee & Asteria Ice Cream
Flavorspace LLC
The Sam’s elegant team
Toast Food Cart
Zelinda’s Brazilian Bakery
Afghan Kabul Cuisine
Primal’Cue BBQ Joint
Cousins Maine Lobster at Faded Roots Boutique (146 Cliff St)

Market Vendors:

1146 Vegan Bakery
Abby Seltzer Ceramics
B.Denae Artistry
Blue Egg Farmstore
Carpe Diem Boutique
Chase My Creations
Crafts by Cassie
Donald Topp Art
Earth Delights, LLC
Forever Yours Jewelry, Inc
Golden Hour Knots
Green Door Gardens
Happy Hooksters
Inspired Alchemy
Jully’s Fashion Design
LBK Magnets
Macarons by Sim
Pickle’s Bookshelf
Rowan Tree
Sequins, Skeins, and SVGs
Solas Hope
Spinning Handiworks
Sthoothi
Sugar Llama Cookies
Sun Prairie Education Foundation
TacoCat Creations
Telsaan Tea
The Curated Carrot
The Deliciouser
The Snuggly Seamstress
The Wire Basket
Windsor Soap Co
Wisconsin Apparel Co.
ZoZo and Co.
Three Little Flames Studio LLC

Market Vendors at Faded Roots Boutique
The event continues with food and market vendors at Faded Roots Boutique (146 Cliff St)!

Bliss & Bloom – Beaded & Natural Stone Jewelry
Bloom & Gather – Fresh Local Flowers
Botanifresh – Botanical Lemonade
Coco Bo’s – Boho Style Jewelry
Honey Bee Beadery – Beaded Bracelets & Jewelry
Lemon Blossom Fairy Soaps – Bath & Body
Love at First Book – Books to Fall in Love With
Permanent Baggage – Leather Accessories & Jewelry
Ruby Rose – Natural Stones, Crystals, & Jewelry
Terrene and Tide – Permanent Jewelry & Plants
The Stillroom Scientist – Home Fragrance, Candles, & Sprays
Threads of Grace – Handmade Totes & Bags

Thank you to our event sponsors!

Fall Beer Taste
2026-09-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Sun Prairie, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Celebrate the season at our Fall Beer Taste in Downtown Sun Prairie! Stroll from business to business sampling approximately 20 different 3 oz. pours of Oktoberfests, fall beers, ales, seltzers, and ciders. It’s the perfect way to sip, explore downtown, and toast to all things fall with friends. 🍺🍂
Ticket sales open in August.

Mike Cunningham's Annual Scarecrow Contest
2026-10-03 - 2026-10-31 | Downtown Sun Prairie, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Join us for a fun and festive Scarecrow Contest, where creativity and community spirit come together!

Help us decorate Downtown Sun Prairie for fall! Create a scarecrow to be displayed October 3–31.
Design your scarecrow as a fairytale character, storybook figure, animal, fantasy creation—or anything you can dream up! Fun or frightening, bright colors and unique materials are encouraged.
View Scarecrows in person or on the Downtown Sun Prairie Facebook page.
Entry form will be available in August
Key Dates

Fame Pickup: Throughout September

Daily at Beans n Cream and Bank of Sun Prairie (downtown locations during regular business hours)
Saturday at the Farmers Market info tent

Entry Drop-Off: Saturday, October 3, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at the Downtown Sun Prairie Farmers’ Market.
Display Dates: October 3–31.

Construction Guidelines

Must withstand Wisconsin’s October weather (sun, wind, rain).
All decorations must be securely attached.
Shoes must be sewn on (if used).
No straw (fire hazard), lights, lanterns, or perishable items.
Must be able to move in one piece, with no loose props.
Size: Minimum height 4’, maximum height 10’; maximum width 4’.

Judging

Entries are judged at 12 pm on October 3rd on originality, quality, and design.
Winners will be announced on the Downtown Sun Prairie Facebook page by Monday, October 5th.
Crowd favorite is determined by voting on Facebook throughout October. Announced November 2nd.

Rules & Notes

Family-friendly entries only; inappropriate entries may be disqualified.
The City of Sun Prairie and the Business Improvement District are not responsible for the safety of scarecrows on display.

Fall Fun! in Downtown Sun Prairie
2026-10-17 | Downtown Sun Prairie, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Celebrate the sights, sounds, and flavors of fall with a full day of activities for the whole family. Stroll through the Farmers Market in Cannery Square, enjoy live music, pumpkin decorating, and fun activities for kids and adults alike. Downtown businesses will be offering special promotions, tasty treats, and festive happenings all day long.
Highlights include:

Live Music & Family Entertainment
Pie Baking Contest – Sample & Vote for Your Favorite!
Pumpkin Decorating
Scarecrow Displays Throughout Downtown
Business Specials, Games, and Giveaways

*Free event but some activities may have a fee.
Grab your friends and family, soak up the fall vibes, and make a day of it in Downtown Sun Prairie!
