The Steilacoom Farmers’ Market is currently not running due to budget cuts.
Through 2024, the Town of Steilacoom subsidized the Farmers’ Market. By necessity, programs using discretionary funds are being eliminated, the Farmers’ Market included. Individuals might ask, “what about the fees paid by the vendors?” The Town kept the fees as low as possible, so they covered some, but not all, costs. If the fees were increased to cover all expenses, including Town staff/electricians/set-up crew/equipment, etc., the space fee would not be affordable for vendors.
Finally, we cannot predict the years ahead. If the budget situation changes, Town leadership will review programs for reinstatement. Any change will be posted on the Town website, including the Farmers’ Market page.
On December 16th, the market cell phone and email address will be retired.
Thank you for your past commitment to the Steilacoom Farmers’ Market.
The market was subsidized by the town, but due to budget cuts, it is currently not running. The town may reinstate the market if the budget situation changes.