“FRESH ON THE WATERFRONT” West Palm Beach Green Market
Posted by Brittany Bosher on Friday, October 23rd, 2015 at 11:19am.
OPENING DAY for the Fall Season 2015-2016
If you haven’t enjoyed a Saturday at the market yet, it is safe to say you’re missing out. The Green Market of West Palm Beach is an event you shouldn’t miss. The Green Market is held at 101 South Flagler Drive on the West Palm Beach Waterfront. Colorful orchids hang over head, pops of yellow from sunflowers, yards of fruits and vegetables line the streets, the Intracoastal glistens in the backdrop and local music fills the air, these are just some of the characteristics that you will experience at the West Palm Beach Green Market. Fresh on the Waterfront at the West Palm Beach Green Market features over 60 vendors represent their farm fresh produce, hand made art and vibrant flowers at the Green Market. If you want to be a vendor there is room for you too! The market is known for its friendly vendors, buzzing atmosphere and unbelievable produce.
The market’s origin comes from inspiration of Italian and Spanish open-air markets. It began in October of 1994 when the former Mayor of West Palm Beach authorized it as one of the City’s Community Events. Now locals and visitors alike anticipate the Green Market season. Green Market has a mission to provide the local society with the best in locally grown fruits, vegetables and agriculture. The market and its vendor also have a vision of supporting locally grown crops, helping to stimulate agricultural development, and backing the value added and specialty products.
A FRESH TAKE FOR YOUR SATURDAY
Come check out the newest thing at the Green Market, “Fresh on the Waterfront!” enjoy the market every Saturday from 9am to 1pm. This market highlights the fine, artisanal works of local chefs, florists, artists and so much more. Bring your friends and family to enjoy the fresh fruits and vegetables, hot meals including Spanish, American and European cuisine, live music, and the tropical native flowers and freshly baked breads and pastries.
The Fresh on the Waterfront Green Market of West Palm Beach is a must do for you, your friends, and your family. Parking is available in the Banyan Street garage. If you haven’t seen it for yourself, move it to the top of your list! The Green Market is just one of south Florida’s gems!
For more information about the market or if you would like to inquire about being a vendor, please contact: http://wpb.org/greenmarket/