Vendors of the Week 09/01/2023

Name of owner(s): Adolfo Reyes

When was business created: 1999

When did you start with Mercado: 2019

Why was the business created:

I started with mercado because I wanted to bring the many Mexican articles and different products to our vibrant community.

Name of owner(s): Lenin Alex Lopez

When was business created: 2018

When did you start with Mercado: 2018

Why was the business created:

Because I wanted to inspire all the little ones that even with a disability any thing you put your mind to it you can do it

Favorite item to sell or most popular item to sell:

My favorite toy to sell are the light up toys because its like when I show the little kids it’s like Christmas t  to them they look the toy with glowing eyes and there huge smile on their faces 

Name of owner(s): Cecilia Cardenas

When was business created: April 2023

When did you start with Mercado: May 2023

Why was the business created:

I have always been passionate about everything fashion related since a young age. I love styling people and helping them feel confident. I decided now was the time to start fulfilling my dream of starting a fashion business.

Favorite item to sell or most popular item to sell:

I love selling dresses! The right dress will have a woman feeling like she can dominate any room.

Bob Ontiveros' Birthday Celebration

Bob's Birthday Celebration

August 18th, 2023 at 5PM!

LATIN MUSIC - FOOD - VENDORS

We will be honoring the late Bob Ontiveros, co-founder of Mercado on Fifth, by celebrating his Birthday on this night!

Bob's Birthday Celebration is sponsored by Group O and will be passing out FREE Birthday cake! (while supplies last)
We will feature live entertainment by DJ Guerrero and live music by Banda La Enkantadora!

¡Juntos Somos Mercado!

Mercado on Fifth is an outdoor event from 5-10 p.m. every Friday on 5th Ave. between 11th and 12th streets in Moline. The weekly gathering features food trucks, produce/retail vendors, live entertainment and activities for children. Mercado’s 2023 summer season will run every Friday night from May 26 – Sept. 29. Mercado aims to attract more people to the Floreciente neighborhood and increase community involvement and pride by offering economic opportunities to small and minority-owned businesses. Patrons can enjoy cultural entertainment from area musicians, dance groups and artists. The market also provides learning opportunities for children and information about local nonprofits for adults.
Join us at Mercado, and be part of our mission to strengthen the community!
$5 admission for ages 13+
Free for Seniors 65+

Vendors of the Week 08/18/2023

Name of owner(s): Alicia y Pedro Ruiz

When was business created: May 2022

When did you start with Mercado: 2022

Favorite item to sell or most popular item to sell:

Handmade Lucha Libre Masks

Name of owner(s): Patricia Solis 

When was business created: 2021

When did you start with Mercado: 2022

Why was the business created:

I started as a partnership with Rosario’s QC and we mutually decided to expand our businesses and have our separate booths at Mercado. I was dealing with a lot of anxiety and stress and to get my mind off of it, I started my own business. It kept me busy and made me happy again. It made me feel important and useful. Plus I now have extra income for my family. 

Favorite item to sell or most popular item to sell:

Gold plated necklaces and the light up toys