Truman Waterfront Farmers Market

Name: Truman Waterfront Farmers Market
Start: 2024-12-12T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-12T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Truman Waterfront Park

Schedule

Thu Dec 12 2024 at 02:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Truman Waterfront Park | Key West, FL

NO SHOW ON THANKSGIVING - fb won't allow us to cancel just this one date!
Join us instead Friday for the Big Black Friday Shopping Extravaganza 10 am to 6 pm at the Waterfront.
FREE event! Join us every Thursday from 2 pm til 7 pm at the Truman Waterfront for fresh produce grown in Homestead, gorgeous orchids & native plants, artisan selection of meats and cheeses, pickles, honey, natural soaps, amazing sunsets and a great selection of Key West crafts, gifts and art. The Waterfront is the perfect place to have a picnic or enjoy the kid's playground and splash park. There’s lots of parking (free with your resident sticker), bike racks or take the Duval Loop which conveniently stops close to the market. We hope to see you as we GROW LOCAL at your Key West Farmers Market, Thursdays at the Truman Waterfront.
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FAQ
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭?
Every Thursday, 2 pm to 7 pm, rain or shine (too much rain and they pack it up, though). The Market will continue as long as there is strong community support.
𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐠𝐨?
The Key West Farmers Market is for locals and visitors alike. Residents will find quality items to stock the fridge and pantry, gifts and home décor while sampling new cuisine. Vacationers will love shopping with a view, reasonable food options and plenty to see and do at the Park. And we're open for sunset and this is a locals favorite place to watch.
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭, 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲?
At the Truman Waterfront, end of Southard Street. Look for tents on the Quay by the USCG Ingham Museum on the waterfront.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭?
Entrance into the Park and Market is always free. Some vendors do not take credit cards. The closest ATM is at the The Green Parrot.
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠?
There is a large City lot directly adjacent to the market with plenty of parking, handicapped spots and bicycle racks.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭?
The City lot has pay stations that take credit card or cash. Rates are $4/hour or free for up to 4 hours with a Resident sticker. Handicapped spots are always free and are monitored.
𝐈𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧?
The Duval Loop conveniently stops at the round-about on the half hour. https://www.kwtransit.com/.../routes/2265/direction/9733/map.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬?
Every week you’ll find traditional farmers market fare including produce, seasonal fruits, cheese, pickles, nuts, honey, seafood, fresh breads, hot sauces and more. There are food stands and food trucks. Artists, crafters, flea market goods, jewelry, clothing/t-shirts, local organizations – sometimes cigars and CBD – it’s an eclectic group of small businesses who collectively offer one-stop shopping at our weekly pop-up island bazar.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐞𝐥𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤?
• The USCG Ingham Museum is a self-guided maritime museum open Tuesday – Saturday 10 am to 4 pm. $10 adults/$5 kids/$5 active military.
• Truman Waterfront park features a splash park, playground and lots of grass to spread out a picnic. Restrooms & shower rinse.
• The Quay faces the Gulf and often cruise ships and Navy cutters on duty will be parked nearby. There’s plenty of park benches to enjoy the view (but little shade, umbrella recommended),
• Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park & Beach is a National Historic Landmark on 54 acres and houses a civil war fortress and the best beach on Key West. Entrance fees start at $2.50 and up.
• The Florida Keys Eco Discovery Center is free air-conditioned fun for the whole family. (call directly for operating hours)
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬?
There’s a little bit of everything; week to week may include Mexican, Mediterranean, Cuban, Peruvian, Indian, sushi, acacia, fresh fish sandwiches and seafood, smoothies, ice cream, bread, cookies, French pastries, and brewed coffees. Come for a late lunch and stay for dinner.
𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐈 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐲 𝐩𝐞𝐭?
Well behaved pets are welcome. Please be sure to bring water and bags.
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬?
Restrooms are located within the splash park/playground area. There’s also a water fountain.
𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐧𝐢𝐜?
By all means, grab some dinner from one of the vendors and find a shady spot. We usually put out a few blankets for general use but you're welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chair and an umbrella for the summer sun or to relax until sunset.
𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡?
Visit Key West Farmers Market on Facebook and click the Sign Up button or call Sean K at 305.731.3385
𝐃𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬?
Yes! Volunteers serve as ambassadors and greeters to the show, answer questions and make sure everyone has the best experience possible. Send an email to [email protected] or call Sean K at 305.731.3385
𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐮𝐬 𝐛𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧! We prohibit single use plastics and straws. Recycling is hip and good for our environment. Please do not litter and take caution trash doesn’t blow into the ocean. We are a ZERO waste event which means you must take your trash with you or return it to the vendor from which you purchased. Carpool, bus or bike and remember your reusable bags.
𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑟𝑒 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑘 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑀𝑎𝑟𝑘𝑒𝑡 𝑎𝑟𝑒𝑎, 𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑜𝑜𝑚𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑘𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑙𝑜𝑡𝑠 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑤ℎ𝑒𝑒𝑙𝑐ℎ𝑎𝑖𝑟 𝑎𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑖𝑏𝑙𝑒.