South Main Mercado

South Main Mercado RETURNS! The 3rd Annual South Main Mercado will take place on Sunday June 8 2025 from 12-7 at South Main and Kent. We are excited to shut down the state road for a second year to celebrate Latino culture and entrepreneurship. 

After winning the 2024 Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Revitalization – Promotion Approach the Mercado team is excited to continue the outdoor market serving south Rockford and the Rockford community. What started as an idea to showcase the Hispanic/Latino community has grown into a larger free event that will continue for years to come. 

This year the footprint with be similar to 2024 where the event shut down South Main and Kent Street to invite people from all around to shop wares crafts and food while enjoying music and performances. 

This event is meant to highlight what has always been true: southwest Rockford is a vibrant and beautiful community that is getting recognition in various events and projects. 

Join us Sunday June 8 2025 from 12-7 to celebrate summer and experience the joy of Latinidad!

Host or Publisher La Onda, NFP