The Market, Barn Owl Garden Center | Carol Stream, IL
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Fresh. Local. Loved.

A locally-focused labor of love at Barn Owl Garden Center. Fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, and goods from farms and makers right up the road.

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Fresh From The Market

Current Line-Up

As of September 15, 2026

Fresh arrivals and availability can change quickly. Stop in early for the best selection.

Available Now

  • Cherry Tomatoes
  • Broccoli
  • Green Beans
  • Curly Kale
  • Rainbow Chard
  • Cucumbers
  • Pickles
  • Zucchini
  • Fresh Eggs
  • Butter (Salted and Unsalted)
  • Scallions
  • White Onions
  • Red Onions
  • Yellow Onions
  • Peaches
  • Zestar Apples
  • Honeycrisp Apples
  • Muskmelons
  • Red Potato
  • Yukon Potato
  • Sweet Corn
  • Banana Peppers
  • Green Cayenne Peppers
  • Green Bell Peppers
  • Jalapeño Peppers
  • Poblano Peppers
  • Melrose Peppers
  • Italian Eggplant
  • Basil
  • Marjoram
  • Sage
  • Decorative Pumpkins
  • Mini Pumpkins
  • Carving Pumpkins
  • Golden Supreme Apples
  • McIntosh Apples
  • Gala Apples
  • Bartlett Pears
  • Finger Hot Peppers
  • Raspberries
  • Oregano

Vendor Dates & Openings

2026 Vendor Calendar

See who is joining us each weekend. Select Friday vendor spaces are still available, while Saturday vendor dates are fully booked for the remainder of the 2026 season.

Now Booking Select Fridays

Open Friday vendor spaces are marked below. Saturday vendor applications are now closed for the 2026 season.

Friday vendor spots open Saturday vendor spots full Barn Owl special event
Weekend Friday Vendors Saturday Vendors
Sept 4-5 Iris Wud2 vendor spots open Iris Wud, Julia's, Breads by Ruth, Small Sweets ShopNo vendor spots open
Sept 11-12 Ana Banana Co.2 vendor spots open Rose Essentials Handmade Soap & Skincare, Breads by Ruth, Baxter Fused GlassNo vendor spots open
Sept 18-19 From Scratch Baking, Iris Wud2 vendor spots open Rose Essentials Handmade Soap & Skincare, Iris Wud, Breads by Ruth, The Crumbummery, Crow Sun Creek Pottery, Design with MillieNo vendor spots open
Sept 25-26 Iris Wud2 vendor spots open Barn Owl's Open House · Sept 26Iris Wud, Breads by Ruth, The Balanced Professional Works, Small Sweets Shop, Maylily Maille, The Crumbummery, Julia's, Tata's, Planted in Illinois, Flips Beef Food TruckNo vendor spots open
Oct 2-3 Iris Wud, Stewarts' Cheesecakes2 vendor spots open Iris Wud, Breads by Ruth, Small Sweets Shop, Baxter Fused GlassNo vendor spots open
Oct 9-10 Ana Banana Co., Iris Wud2 vendor spots open From Scratch Baking, Rose Essentials Handmade Soap & Skincare, Iris Wud, Julia's, Breads by Ruth, The Crumbummery, Design with MillieNo vendor spots open
Oct 16-17 Iris Wud2 vendor spots open Iris Wud, Breads by Ruth, Stewarts' Cheesecakes, Crow Sun Creek PotteryNo vendor spots open
Oct 23-24 Iris Wud2 vendor spots open From Scratch Baking, Rose Essentials Handmade Soap & Skincare, Iris Wud, Breads by RuthNo vendor spots open
Oct 30-31 Stewarts' Cheesecakes2 vendor spots open The Crumbummery, Small Sweets Shop, Design with Millie, Biene LLCNo vendor spots open

A One-Stop Shop

Fresh Local Products

The Market at Barn Owl carries fresh fruits and vegetables from Illinois and Michigan, many grown right up the road. Alongside the produce you'll find fresh flowers, houseplants, local jams, honey, sauces, gifts, and more.

Every item is hand-selected with care. Stop by, take your time, and bring home something that was grown or made by people who love what they do.

Fresh Produce Local Goods Houseplants Gifts & More
Direct From The Source Fresh local products that we work direct with the farmers, cultivating relationships with them for over 20 years.

Where It Comes From

Our Farm Partners

The locally-grown goodness on our shelves comes from people we know and trust.

Smit and Sons Farm

Oswego, Illinois

A long-standing partner providing seasonal Illinois-grown produce throughout the summer.

K&K Farms

Coloma, Michigan

Since day one, Fred and his family have provided luscious berries, juicy peaches, crisp apples, and more. We make the trip ourselves to hand-pick these fruits, straight from their fields to your table.

Mill St. Produce

Naperville, Illinois

A new addition to The Market! Mill Street brings unique, organic offerings that add variety and excitement to our shelves.

Come See Us

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Local Makers

Become a Market Vendor

We love hosting unique vendors at the Barn Owl! Whether you craft hand-poured candles or fashion fabulous wooden wind chimes, we're always looking for talented makers to be part of our weekly market, seasonal bazaars, and special events.

Register as a Vendor
The Market Current Line-Up. See what's in season this week from our local farm partners. Open through October 31.