Umpqua Valley Farmers Market To Expand Onto Additional Downtown Roseburg Block

ROSEBURG, Ore. — The Umpqua Valley Farmers Market (UVFM) is preparing to stretch farther into downtown Roseburg, adding an additional block of SE Jackson Street as vendor participation and community interest continue to grow.

The expansion is set to begin Saturday, May 23, and will include the 600 block of SE Jackson Street in addition to the market’s current footprint on the 500 block. Market officials said the larger layout is expected to continue through the busy season, possibly into October depending on harvests and vendor participation.

“The Umpqua Valley Farmers Market has long hoped to expand its presence to the 600 block when vendor numbers warranted, and that moment is here,” Market Manager Jaime Gleixner said.

The market’s shopping hours will remain 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. During the expanded setup, both the 500 and 600 blocks of SE Jackson Street will be closed to traffic from 6 a.m. to approximately 2:30 p.m. each Saturday.

The turn lane from Oak Avenue onto the 600 block of Jackson Street will also be closed during that time, though through traffic on Oak Avenue will not be affected. Market officials said free timed parking will remain available on surrounding streets and on the lower level of the downtown parking garage.

Gleixner said the expansion reflects growing demand for the market and increased interest from vendors.

“Many new vendors have joined UVFM over the past few months, and more are applying every week,” Gleixner said. “We’re thrilled to have officially outgrown our single block and eager to fill two whole blocks with market merriment.”

Visitors can expect the additional block to include a changing mix of local growers, makers, and food producers. Offerings may include local produce, pasture-raised meats, artisan foods, fine crafts, and other goods, alongside nearby downtown shops and restaurants.

The move also marks another step in the farmers market’s downtown presence. Gleixner said the market has been encouraged by the support it has received from customers, the City of Roseburg, downtown businesses, and local organizations since moving downtown.

“The results truly speak for themselves, and we are grateful for the spirit of collaboration that made the market’s move downtown a success,” Gleixner said.

Market officials said they hope the expansion will support more local producers and artisans while continuing to bring people into downtown Roseburg.

“With this expansion, we look forward to supporting even more local producers and artisans, welcoming new friends and visitors, and nourishing the vibrancy of downtown Roseburg,” Gleixner said.

Anyone interested in becoming a vendor can find more information and an application at uvfarmersmarket.com.