The first early spring market will begin on Saturday at a local elementary school.

According to a city of Iowa City press release, the off-season markets will be held four times in March and April. This weekend’s market will be open from 10 a.m. to noon at Wood Elementary School, 930 Lakeside Drive. The Iowa City Farmers’ Market will open May 1.

The future Wood Marketplace dates are March 23, April 23, and April 27; admission is free.