Kearney Community Market
NW Corner of 33 and 92 HWY Kearney, MO
2025 Market Season:
Saturdays, May-September, 7am to noon
Saturdays, October, 8am to noon
Once you complete registration and payment, you will receive an email asking for more information about your business and booth selection options. Watch for an email from Kearney Chamber of Commerce.
Please complete theVendor Information Formby telling us more about your business and preferred booth selection. Registration is not complete without registration, payment AND theVendor Information Form.
Review and download the2025 Rules and Regulations.
All vendors and performers must apply and be accepted to participate at the Kearney Community Market. Compliance with state and city licensing and county health regulations is required.
Categories
Below arebrief descriptionsfor each category.
1.Farmer 100% Grower requires farm visit
Sells 100% of their own homegrown products or products made according to cottage law, within a 75-mile radius of the Community Market. Additional paperwork may be required.
2.Farmer with Locally Grown Supplement requires farm visit
Sells their own homegrown products and no more than 25% of products from other local growers, all within a 75-mile radius of the Community Market. Additional paperwork may be required.
3.Artist/Crafter requires workshop visit
Sells only products they themselves have handcrafted and must be present at booth. A Missouri Retail Sales License and City of Kearney Missouri Occupational License are both required.Workshop visit may be waived in lieu of links to YouTube videos.
4.Retail Food may require Farmers Market Committee approval
Sells food products manufactured in a commercial plant or rented licensed facility. A Missouri Retail Sales License, City of Kearney Missouri Occupational License, and Proof of Commercial General Liability Insurance are all required. Additional paperwork may be required depending on the products. Must follow Clay County retail food guidelines or Clay County cottage food guidelines.
5.Busker requires audition
Approved buskers/musicians are able to perform or entertain on property in designated locations for tips only. New buskers require an audition with Farmers Market management. Auditions are done Tuesday thru Friday 9:00am-4:00pm and may be waived in lieu of links to YouTube performances. Applications are never processed on weekends.
Note: Market management and the Kearney Community Market Committee assess the number of vendors selling similar products. If deemed that the number of vendors has met its maximum, that product category will close.
Community Market Booth Fees
Booth fees are REQUIRED at the time of registration. Payment for all farmers market fees payable by credit card, cash or check/money order payable to Kearney Chamber of Commerce. Community Market Committee establishes all booth fees and are subject to change annually. Booth fees are nonrefundable. Please indicate the number of booth spaces required in the quantity (ONE SPACE=10' wide x 18' feet long).
Season Pass (26 Saturdays):
$250 ($9.62 per Saturday) per booth space
12-Day Pass:
$150 ($12.50 per Saturday) per booth space
6-Day Pass:
$90 ($15.00 per Saturday) per booth space
2-Day Pass:
$50 ($25.00 per Saturday) per booth space
1-Day Pass:
$40 (can be applied toward any multi-day pass) per booth space
Exciting News
Were thrilled to announce a fresh new name for a cherished local tradition! Formerly the Kearney Farmers Market, were now theKearney Community Market, a name that better reflects our mission to bring farmers, artisans, and the community together. With a renewed focus on supporting small businesses and fostering connections, our Market is your go-to destination for fresh finds and handcrafted treasures every Saturday. Whether youre here for farm-fresh produce, unique artisan goods, or simply to connect with your neighbors, the Kearney Community Market is your place to celebrate all things local. Join us this season and experience the heart of KearneyFresh Finds Every Saturday!