Posted in Florida Attractions, Farms & Wildlife, Markets May 15, 2017 by Victoria W

Everyone In Florida Must Visit This Epic Farmers Market At Least Once

What’s not to love about a farmers market? Where else can you find fresh produce, all kinds of tasty food, baked goods, art and handmade gifts to take home in one place?

Visiting the Sarasota Farmers Market is a longstanding tradition reaching back to 1979 when it was started to bring foot traffic and help revitalize Sarasota's downtown.

The market has continued to grow over the decades, now with 80 vendors and 10,000 to 15,000 visitors, depending on the season.

The Sarasota Farmers Market offers the freshest local produce, seafood, artisan baked goods, plants, art, and hand-made gifts.

It's always fun to enjoy the live music, a fun kids' area for little ones, a space for non-profits, and much more. There's also a wide variety of prepared foods to snack on while you shop.

The Sarasota Farmers Market has even been named one of the best in the South by Southern Living Magazine. It's held in downtown Sarasota every single Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., all year long.

If you don't think a farmers market is reason enough to visit a town, there's plenty to do in beautiful Sarasota. Local destinations include the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, The Ringling Museum of Art, and some of the most breathtaking beaches in the country.

The Sarasota Farmers Market is held in downtown Sarasota (1487 2nd St c, Sarasota, FL 34236 for your GPS), from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. every Saturday, year-round.

Have you ever visited the Sarasota Farmers Market? What’s your favorite outdoor market in Florida?

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