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See how construction of new farmers market is reshaping downtown Overland Park

Downtown Overland Park is undergoing a major transformation.

Construction of the new Overland Park Farmers Market is well on its way there. The development is part of part of the $34 million Farmers Market and Downtown Gathering Space Improvement Project.

The new market place replaces the original 1991 structure which has already been razed. The new pavilion will feature indoor vendor areas, permanent shade structures, expanded seating, and amenities like solar panels, electric vehicle chargers, and native landscaping in the space between Santa Fe Drive and Marty Street. The year-round gathering space will get upgraded restrooms to add to visitor comfort.

The space will also include a venue that can accommodate watch parties, concerts and other public events.

In a nod to the clock tower that stands tall over the downtown along Santa Fe Drive, the new market will be called Clock Tower Landing. It’s expected to be completed by the summer of 2026.

Shoppers can still stock up on fresh produce and other goods while the farmers market operates on Wednesdays and Saturdays at the Matt Ross Community Center parking lot at 8101 Marty St.

Overland Park’s investment follows a regional trend, with nearby Parkville and Lee’s Summit which have also unveiled new farmers markets.

Construction work continues on a new pavilion for the new Farmers Market and Downtown Gathering Space Improvement project on Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, in downtown Overland Park. The $34 million project includes a space for watch parties, concerts and other community events, is slated for completion in the summer of 2026.  The new structure replaces the original one built in 1991.
Construction work continues on a new pavilion for the new Farmers Market and Downtown Gathering Space Improvement project on Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, in downtown Overland Park. The $34 million project includes a space for watch parties, concerts and other community events, is slated for completion in the summer of 2026. The new structure replaces the original one built in 1991. Tammy Ljungblad tljungblad@kcstar.com
The new market space is being built to be used as a year-round gathering place.
The new market space is being built to be used as a year-round gathering place. Tammy Ljungblad tljungblad@kcstar.com
The new market space will include a venue for public gatherings like watch parties and concerts.
The new market space will include a venue for public gatherings like watch parties and concerts. Tammy Ljungblad tljungblad@kcstar.com
The market area expands the foot print of the previous market pavilion built there in 1991.
The market area expands the foot print of the previous market pavilion built there in 1991. Tammy Ljungblad tljungblad@kcstar.com
Overland Park’s new downtown farmers market will include a more level surface for outdoor vendors, plus an indoor pavilion that can be transformed by opening up the doors and windows.
Overland Park’s new downtown farmers market will include a more level surface for outdoor vendors, plus an indoor pavilion that can be transformed by opening up the doors and windows. Contributed/City of Overland Park
Overland Park’s new downtown farmers market will include an indoor, year-round pavilion that could be used for events.
Overland Park’s new downtown farmers market will include an indoor, year-round pavilion that could be used for events. Contributed/City of Overland Park
The city of Overland Park provided an aerial view of its planned $34 million downtown farmers market, with outdoor vendor stalls and an indoor pavilion.
The city of Overland Park provided an aerial view of its planned $34 million downtown farmers market, with outdoor vendor stalls and an indoor pavilion. Contributed/City of Overland Park

This story was originally published August 18, 2025 at 5:00 AM.

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