Thursday Night Market

Explore Downtown Chico's Thursday Night Market

Weekly, April 3rd - September 25th, 2008, 6-9pm on Broadway from 2nd to 5th Street

Farm-fresh produce, delicious food, arts and crafts, and live entertainment! Held weekly April through September from 6-9pm (except rainy days), the market is a street festival and certified farmers' market. Located on Broadway from 2nd to 5th Streets, the area is closed to vehicle traffic to allow for the festivities. Due to health code specifications, no animals are permitted at the market.

Browse a wide variety of unique shops with extended hours on Thursday nights...

...or dine at one of Downtown's wonderful restaurants or quaint cafes. Streets are lined with more than 150 popular vendors. Authentic crafts and artwork, handmade clothing and jewelry, mouth-watering foods, personal services and community organizations are just some of what you'll find. Plus, certified farmers offer the season's freshest assortments of fruits & vegetables, bouquets of garden-grown flowers, nuts & honeys, houseplants and more.

The whole family will enjoy an evening at the market - with clowns, face painters, jump rooms and special children's activities the market is a thrill for young and old alike.

A diverse selection of local musicians and entertainers showcase their talents each week. Performances range from magicians to African dancers and from classic jazz to bluegrass. Click here to see the entertainment schedule.

Interested in becoming a vendor?

You can participate in the Thursday Night Market as a vendor, performer, or farm producer. Applications are accepted throughout the season.  Attend weekly or just one time - it's up to you!

2008 Thursday Night Market Applications

• TNM Performer Application (PDF : 50Kb)
• TNM Produce Vendor Application(PDF : 640Kb)
• TNM Vendor Application(PDF : 641Kb)