For many people, the idea of summer is synonymous with fresh, delicious fruits and vegetables and there is no place better to find them than St George farmers markets. The great thing about St George farmers markets is they offer even more than just homegrown produce. And there is more than one St George farmers market to enjoy.
St George Farmers Markets
Downtown Farmers Market
Nestled in the heart of Ancestor Square in St. George, there is a weekly gathering of farmers, craftsmen, artisans and others intent on sharing their high-quality wares with the public.
Vendors come from both Washington and Iron Counties. It’s the perfect place to find:
- free range eggs
- local honey
- homemade soap
- jewelry
- woodwork
- free range beef
- hot coffee
- pastries and more
Locally grown produce is one benefit of St George farmers markets.
This St George farmers market typically includes more than 25 vendors, each setting up shop inside the picturesque grassy area inside Ancestor Square. Local musicians playing from 9:30 a.m. to noon add to the festive ambiance. After all, who needs canned elevator music in the grocery store when you can shop in the open air while previewing some of the up and coming musical talent from the area?
Plus, if you are looking for a unique gift for someone, you are more likely to find it at one of the St George farmers markets. It’s a great way to support local first.
The Downtown Farmers Market in Ancestor Square takes place each Saturday beginning the second Saturday in May and continuing through the end of October. It is open 8 a.m. to noon. For more information log onto www.farmersmarketdowntown.com
Tuacahn Saturday Market
While technically located in Ivins, the Tuacahn Saturday Market is still listed among the St George farmers markets because of its close proximity to the St. George area.
Open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays year round, this is a great way for locals and tourists to see another side of Tuacahn.
This St George farmers market offers a wide range of vendors offering unique gifts, handmade crafts, fresh produce, home baked goods and more. Plus, many of the Tuacahn Saturday Markets feature festival themes. Some of these themed days include the pumpkin festival, Native American Day, Get Outdoors Day, Focus on Photography, Polynesian Festival and more. Some of the vendors are specifically related to the theme, while others offer more general wares. All the entertainment is free.
The number of vendors varies depending on the time of year, but Chris Graham, manager/buyer for the Tuacahn Gift Gallery, who also oversees the Tuacahn Saturday Market, says on a good day they’ll often have 50 vendors spread throughout the parking area and the Tuacahn courtyard. Plus, the Gift Gallery is open during the Saturday Markets to give an even better shopping experience.
Check out more details at www.tuacahn.org
Frei’s Fruit Market
If you’re looking for another great St George farmers markets, look no further than Frei’s Fruit Market.
Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, this is a unique option for customers seeking locally owned, family operated farm-fresh produce. For example, in late July, this St George farmers markets offered fresh corn, peaches, cantaloupes, tomatoes, salsas, jams and more.
Customers love it, not only for the delicious food offerings, but because of the tradition and memories associated with shopping at Frei’s Fruit Market.
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