Siesta Key celebrates local culture and farming with the long-running Siesta Key Farmers Market.
The market honors the many talented leaders in the community and provides them with an opportunity to share their latest gifts and products with you and other visitors.
You will find a mixture of local vegetables and fruits, acclaimed exclusive work from many different skilled artisans, and original food items from some of the most locally-focused Siesta Key restaurants.
It truly is a collective of the most impressive and unique treats of the island. Below is a guide to what you can find at the Siesta Key Farmers Market and how you can capture the most out of your journey here.
Vendors at the Market
The Siesta Key Farmers Market is home to about 30 recurring and long-term vendors, as well as new and short-term vendors who can be found on any given week.
Below is a quick guide to some of the most popular vendors and what they have to offer.
- Lloyd Dobson Artist: Dobson is a market mainstay. His stellar beach-themed work can be found all over the country, and especially in many local restaurants. He specializes in locally-themed oil paintings and seems to have a little something new every week.
- Village Café: Snag some fresh juice, a hand-made sandwich, or a cup of coffee at this popular breakfast stop while you shop for the latest local items.
- Ja’Zari Dream: This local vendor understands both the vital importance of healthy skincare and the cultural movement towards premium bath hygiene products. The soaps and other bath products here are all of the premium quality and hand-crafted.
- Little Piece of Paradise: Jeanne Heere is a local favorite with her lovely little nook in Siesta Key. Her hand-made jewelry captures the essence of Siesta Key, using local shells and delicate stones to make some fantastic and unique gifts.
Visitors to the farmers market can dig up all sorts of delightful hand-crafted items, locally-made foods, premium olive oils and spices, and many other items. It’s one of the best activities for visitors who want to see the local community firsthand.
Farmers Market Hours
The market is only open on Sundays. It begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 1 p.m. Some vendors may close up early. The busiest hours for the market are from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. It is one of the most popular Siesta Key things to do on a bright and cheery Sunday afternoon in Florida.
Parking and Location
The market is located at 5104 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key, FL 34242. in Siesta Key Village.
Parking can be found in a large designated public parking location at Siesta Village. Additional parking may be available along Ocean Blvd. Some visitors also park at the public beach near the Siesta Key Beach Access Point 2.
The market is in a prime location and it isn’t too far from our Siesta Key condo rentals. Vacationers have easy access to the market, as well as the many shops in Siesta Key Village. Of course, the beach is also just a few blocks away.
You can take part in the rich local culture of Siesta Key at the regular Farmers Market. See why so many people are choosing our island for their next Florida vacation and the unique qualities that make it so special, memorable and endearing to those who visit time and time again.
Contact us at 800-624-9276 for information on our available Siesta Key condo rentals. We’ll help you choose the perfect option, give you quotes for your upcoming stay, and also guide you toward some of the other top attractions that our island has to offer.