Key West Farmers Markets: Weekly Schedules, Locations & Tips
- nancy9487
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Whether you're spending a week on vacation, wintering in the area, or living here year-round, the Key West Farmers Markets are a must-visit. They provide an excellent opportunity to shop locally and find some truly unique treasures. Since the island is somewhat compact, it's easy to add these markets to your daily plans and include them in your walking tours while exploring this tropical paradise on foot.
Key West Farmers Markets:
Farmers markets in Key West are a fun and lively experience. They are unique because both Truman Waterfront Farmers Market and Key West Artisan Market only offer locally produced items. All vendors are required to live and create their products in the Florida Keys, ensuring authentic, locally made goods, from produce to art.
These markets stand out from all others with their stunning open-air waterfront settings. With a tropical atmosphere, sea breezes, and live music, the vibe here is hard to beat. Shopping local never felt so good!
Truman Waterfront Farmers Market:
Location & Hours:
- Located at Truman Waterfront Park, at end of Southard Street (look for tents along the quay by the USCG Ingham on the waterfront)
- Weekly Market - open every Thursday from 1PM - 6PM (Year-Round)
Parking:
- Parking is available at large city parking lot next to market (Truman Waterfront Park Lot.) Cost: $4/hour (4 hours free with resident parking sticker) Pay at pay station with credit card or cash.
Vendors & Products:
All vendors are required to live locally and create their products in the Florida Keys. You are guaranteed genuine Keys goods at every stall! - Food Available: fresh produce from Homestead Florida, fresh pressed juices, local seafood, butcher meats, artisan cheeses, breads, spreads, pastries, nuts, honey, desserts - Food Trucks & Prepared Food: A rotating lineup of prepared food vendors and food trucks offer numerous dining options including Indian, Mediterranean, BBQ, Seafood, Mexican, Burgers & Hot Dogs. Most of the food vendors are ready to serve shortly after noon - so its a great option for lunch or dinner.
- Products Sold: A wide variety of vendors participate offering arts & crafts, plants, orchids, handmade jewelry, clothing, bath & body products, pet products, and other specialty goods.
Truman Waterfront Farmers Market Map Additional Info & Tips for Visiting:
- Plan on spending anywhere from 45 minutes to 2 hours at this spectacular market - it's worth it!
- Have cash on hand, not all vendors accept credit cards.
- The market is dog friendly as long as your furry friend is well behaved and leashed.
- Kids can enjoy the splash pad and playground located nearby at Truman Waterfront Park.
- Just steps from the market, be sure to check out the USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum before or after your visit.
FAQs for Truman Waterfront Farmers Market
Key West Artisan Market:
Location & Hours:
- Located at 1801 White Street in the parking lot at The Key West Wildlife Center, Indigenous Park, across from Higgs Beach - Weekly Market - Open every other Sunday 10AM - 2PM (Late October - April) and every Sunday in February and March
Parking:
- Parking available in the large lot directly adjacent to the market. Look for the parking flag and bicycle racks at both entrances. Note: All parking around this market is free.
Vendors & Products:
Enjoy strolling past 100+ vendors at this top Key West attraction! Similar to the Truman farmers market, all products here must be made in the Florida Keys.
- Food Available: fresh seafood, seasonal produce, gourmet cheeses, fresh cut fruits & juices, breads, pastries, spreads, granola, honey and more
- Food Trucks & Prepared Foods: Enjoy a wide variety of food options changing weekly including Mexican, Argentinian, and Mediterranean. A full bar is also featured offering hand crafted bloody marys, mimosas, craft beer and wine.
- Products Sold: Numerous vendors participate offering art work, fine crafts, pottery, home decor, handcrafted jewelry, apparel, textiles, furniture, botanicals, soap, candles and more.
Key West Artisan Market Map Additional Info & Tips For Visiting:
- Held at Higgs Beach, this market offers amazing water views!
- Each week the market adopts a different theme supporting local charities and highlighting the Keys unique island life.
- The local Yacht Rock Radio hosts a live variety show each week for additional tropical entertainment.
- Have cash on hand, not all vendors accept credit cards.
- The artisan market is dog friendly, just be aware the pavement can get very hot for our furry friends' paws.
- Embracing being green, please bring your own bags or a reusable one can be purchased at the information tent.
- While visiting, you can also check out the Key West Wildlife Center, walk out onto the Edward B. Knight Pier, and view the Aids Memorial.
- Several playgrounds are available next to the market for the kids to enjoy.
FAQs for Key West Artisan Market
Mallory Square Sunset Celebration:
Location & Hours:
- Located at Mallory Square, 400 Wall Street - Nightly Entertainment & Market: Open every night 2 hours before sunset
Parking:
Parking is available at Mallory Square Parking Lot at 412 Wall Street, but this lot fills up quickly and costs $7/hour, $48 daily. There are other lots nearby including Caroline Street Parking Lot at 180 block of Caroline Street ($6/hour, $48 daily maximum), Fire Station Parking Lot at 626 Front Street ($6/hour, 10 hour maximum), and paid street parking. The best option is to walk or bike to the sunset celebration if possible.
Vendors & Products:
Sunset Celebration features a variety of food vendors offering delicious munchies and beverages to enjoy as you watch the talented street performers. Also, many creative artists and crafters have tables where they sell their one-of-a-kind wares.
- Food Carts: Enjoy a fun variety of nibbles and drinks including popcorn, conch fritters, chips & guacamole, lemonade, smoothies and additional fruit drinks.
- Products Sold: This event hosts several local artisans offering handmade jewelry, paintings, t-shirts, body scubs, doggy wear, and other creative crafts.
Entertainment:
Come see these experienced buskers! Some of these performers have been putting on nightly shows for decades. You will witness magicians, jugglers, escape artists, tight rope walkers, clowns, psychics and local musicians.
Nowhere else can you experience this carnival-like atmosphere offering performances, an artisan market, food carts and an unobstructed view of one of the world's most colorful sunsets!
Mallory Square Key West Additional Info & Tips for Visiting:
- Â Mallory Square offers the best sunset view in Key West - it's not to be missed!
- This iconic sunset celebration is world-renown and has been taking place every night since the 1960s.
- In season, the square can get very crowded, so you may need to stake out your sunset viewing spot early.
- There is no entrance fee, but if you enjoy the entertainment, tipping the buskers is highly recommended.
- Have cash on hand, not all vendors accept credit cards. Mallory Square Sunset Celebration Info
Florida Keys Farmers Market
Visiting more than just Key West? Be sure to check out my complete Florida Keys farmers markets & flea markets guide, which covers markets from Key Largo to the Lower Keys.
Additional Attractions in the Florida Keys & Key West
The Florida Keys, and especially Key West, are a special and unique place to visit, unlike anywhere else in the US. I feel the best way to fully immerse yourself and learn about a destination is by walking and exploring every corner of the town on foot.
Check out these posts for other great attractions and walks in the Florida Keys: