Pepper Fest 2026

Pepper Fest 2026

by | Jul 13, 2026

Come help us celebrate National Farmers Market Week with PEPPER FEST 2026! Some highlights: *Market Cantina, featuring tasty margaritas!! Just like the last few years, all marg sales will benefit the Area Agency on Aging X *Fresh Pepper Roasting from Oakwoods Farm!...
Tinsel & Tidings Christmas Eve Market

Tinsel & Tidings Christmas Eve Market

by | Dec 18, 2025

‘Tis the season! Can’t attend our weekly Saturday Holiday Market? This special shopping event is for you! We wanted to provide an additional way for customers to shop the best in local goods this holiday season. Join a curated selection of our vendors to...
National Seed Swap Day at the Empire Market

National Seed Swap Day at the Empire Market

by | Dec 18, 2025

Join us for our annual seed swap event! This year, we will have seeds to give away, information on gardening and plants, and will showcase some of the ways the community garden is working to make gardening accessible to everyone! You are welcome to bring seeds, but do...
7th Annual Empire Market Chili Cookoff

7th Annual Empire Market Chili Cookoff

by | Dec 18, 2025

The Joplin Empire Market and the Downtown Joplin Alliance will be hosting the 7th Annual Empire Market Chili Cookoff at the Market on January 17! Awards will be given for 1st place, 2nd place and 3rd place, as well as People’s Choice. Judging begins at 10:00am...
Empire Market 8th Annual Holiday Market

Empire Market 8th Annual Holiday Market

by | Dec 18, 2025

The 8th Annual Holiday Market will be here before we know it! Enjoy the festivities every Saturday beginning November 22 and culminating in our Tinsel & Tidings Christmas Eve Market on December 24! During the Holiday Market, you can find not only the great variety...