Sarasota Farmers Market
Find Sarasota farmers market hours and nearby markets in Lakewood Ranch, Phillippi, Bradenton, Venice, and Englewood, with days, times, and official links.
Best farmers markets near Sarasota
If you are looking for the Sarasota Farmers Market, start with the downtown Saturday market. It runs every Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. around Main Street and Lemon Avenue, with vendors set up through the downtown core. For a Sunday farmers market near Sarasota, the Farmers' Market at Lakewood Ranch runs Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. year-round at Waterside Place.
The best market depends on your day. Downtown Sarasota is the classic Saturday morning plan. Lakewood Ranch is the Sunday option. Phillippi Farmhouse Market is the easy Wednesday choice in season, while Venice, Bradenton, and Englewood are useful when you are already heading north, south, or into a nearby downtown district.
Sarasota farmers markets by day
| Market | When | Where | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Farmers Market | Saturday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., year-round, rain or shine | Downtown Sarasota around Main Street and Lemon Avenue | Downtown produce, prepared food, flowers, plants, artisans, coffee, and a Saturday morning walk. |
| Farmers' Market at Lakewood Ranch | Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., year-round | Waterside Place / Waterside Park in Lakewood Ranch | A Sunday market with 100-plus curated vendors, live music, kids' activities, prepared food, gifts, and lakefront wandering. |
| Phillippi Farmhouse Market | Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., October through April | Phillippi Estate Park, 5500 S. Tamiami Trail | A midweek seasonal market for produce, prepared foods, artisan products, live music, and a park walk. |
| Bradenton Public Market | Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., October through May | Old Main Street in downtown Bradenton | A north-of-Sarasota Saturday market with produce, local art, music, free family activities, and downtown Bradenton nearby. |
| Venice Florida Farmers Market | Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., year-round | 401 W. Venice Avenue, Venice | A south-county Saturday market when Venice is already the plan or downtown Sarasota feels too busy. |
| Englewood Farmers Market | Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., October through May | 335 W. Dearborn Street, Old Englewood Village | A seasonal Thursday market near Dearborn Street, galleries, lunch spots, and Old Englewood Village errands. |
Which market should you pick?
Pick downtown Sarasota if you want the main local market and an easy link to brunch or coffee. Pick Lakewood Ranch if Sunday is your open morning or you want a bigger planned outing at Waterside Place. Pick Phillippi if you want a quieter midweek market in season. Pick Venice, Bradenton, or Englewood when those downtowns are already part of your day.
Before you go
- Go early for easier walking room, better produce selection, and cooler weather.
- Bring a tote, water, and a small cooler if you plan to buy seafood, meat, dairy, or prepared food.
- Check seasonal dates for Phillippi, Bradenton, and Englewood before making a special trip.
- Use the official links below for weather notes, holiday changes, vendor maps, and special events.
Official links
Confirm current hours and event notes with Sarasota Farmers Market, Waterside Place: Farmers' Market at Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota County Parks: Phillippi Farmhouse Market, Bradenton Public Market, Venice Florida Farmers Market, and Englewood Farmers Market.