For Immediate Release

March 13, 2025

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Kara de Alvare

Marketing Coordinator, Holland Farmers Market

150 West 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423

616.796.0472 | k.dealvare@cityofholland.com

www.hollandfarmersmarket.com

Holland Farmers Market Extends Deadline for 2025 Poster Design Contest 

Holland, MI – The Holland Farmers Market has extended the deadline for its annual Poster Design Contest! Both amateur and professional artists and designers ages 16 and up are invited to submit designs for the contest by Friday, March 28 for a chance at winning a $500 cash prize. The winning design will be printed on posters and merchandise used to promote the 2025 season of the Market. The Holland Farmers Market Poster Design Contest is proudly sponsored Fris Supply Shop in Downtown Holland.

“On behalf of our entire team at Fris Supply Shop, we’re excited to be able to sponsor the Holland Farmers Market’s Poster Design Contes again this year,” said Fris Supply Shop owner Andrew Fris. “It's a great way to get the art community involved and a fun way to be able to promote the Holland Farmers Market."

The winning artwork will be chosen by the Holland Farmers Market staff and the contest sponsor, and will be printed on posters, tote bags, stickers, mugs, and magnets. The merchandise will be available for purchase at the Holland Farmers Market and at Fris Supply Shop when the Market opens for the 2025 season on Wednesday, May 14. Proceeds from merchandise purchases will help benefit programming at the Holland Farmers Market.

Artwork submissions will be accepted through Friday, March 28. A non-refundable $10 entry fee is required, though artists may submit two different designs for the $10 entry fee. The winner of the Poster Design Contest will receive a $500 cash prize, a gift card to Fris Supply Shop, and complimentary merchandise featuring their winning design. A second place "People's Choice" design will be chosen through votes on the Holland Farmers Market Facebook page. The second-place winner will receive $100 in Market Bucks (gift certificates to the Holland Farmers Market,) and a gift card to Fris Supply Shop.

Artwork should reflect the mission of the Holland Farmers Market, which is to connect the surrounding community with high-quality local food while supporting the livelihoods of our farmers and vendors. The Market also aims to educate the community on the local food system, while making healthy food accessible for all in a welcoming atmosphere. Any produce or goods included in the artwork must reflect Michigan grown and made goods that can be found at the Market. Designers must be 16 years or older and be a current resident of the State of Michigan. Anyone under the age of 18 must have parental consent to participate in the contest as indicated below.

For additional contest details and to submit a design, visit www.hollandfarmersmarket.com or http://bit.ly/3CkMGm1 for a direct link. Questions about the contest should be directed to Special Events Coordinator Andy Bork at a.bork@cityofholland.com or 616.355.1058. 

About Fris Supply Shop: 

Fris Supply Shop is an art supply store that sells a wide range of art supplies for the beginner to the professional artist. They also sell a variety of gifts and souvenirs and also offer framing, matting, and printing services. Shop in person at 30 West 8th Street in Downtown Holland or online at www.frissupplyshop.com. And be sure to check out their new location in Grand Rapids opening soon!

About the Holland Farmers Market:

The Holland Farmers Market is located at 150 West 8th Street at the Eighth Street Market Place in Downtown Holland. During the regular Market season, the Market is open every Wednesday and Saturday from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm, rain or shine. Each season, the Holland Farmers Market brings together over 75 local farmers, specialty food vendors and food trucks, selling fresh fruits and vegetables, bread and baked goods, eggs and meat, honey, maple syrup, jams, gourmet specialty foods, and so much more. Be sure to shop early for the best product assortment! The Market offers free parking and an onsite ATM. Visit Market staff inside the Holland Civic Center Place for information on food assistance programs, including Bridge Cards and Double Up Food Bucks. Animals are prohibited at the Market, so please leave Fido safe at home! Visit the Holland Farmers Market website at www.hollandfarmersmarket.com for additional information on the Market.  Be sure to follow the Holland Farmers Market on Facebook and Instagram, subscribe to The Market Beet newsletter, or connect with us at info@hollandfarmersrmarket.com or 616.355.1138 for the latest Market updates.

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