**Exciting Changes Ahead for the Venice Farmers Market!**
**VENICE, FL** – Mark your calendars! The beloved **Venice Farmers Market** is relocating from its familiar spot on the **400 block of West Venice Avenue** to the **City Hall parking lot** beginning Saturday, **June 21**. This vibrant market, a cherished institution, invites everyone to join the festivities in a new, accessible location!
After seven fruitful years on West Venice Avenue, and a previous move in 2018 due to a road resurfacing project, this shift represents a thoughtful evolution in the market’s mission. Working alongside **Independent Jones**, the city’s partner in managing the market, this relocation aims to enhance the experience for patrons while promoting safety and accessibility.
“This new location behind City Hall – just steps from the previous site – offers **increased shade**, **accessibility**, and, most importantly, **enhanced safety for pedestrians**,” said **Assistant City Manager James Clinch** in a statement. “We look forward to the continued success of this wonderful market in its new home.”
**What’s New in the Market’s Layout?**
While keeping its lively spirit, the market will now predominantly occupy the **City Hall parking lot** and the **northbound lane of Avenue des Parques**, providing a delightful space for vendors and shoppers alike. With this move, new signage will guide visitors around the area, and parking in the municipal lot will be restricted from **5 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays** to streamline the market experience.
As part of the enhancements, a **new four-way stop** and pedestrian crosswalk at **Grenada Avenue and Avenue des Parques** will ensure safe passage for enthusiastic shoppers seeking delicious local produce and artisanal goods.
**Public parking** will remain accessible in the southbound lane of Avenue des Parques, at the **Lord-Higel House lot** on Granada Avenue, in **Centennial Park**, and available street spaces, enhancing convenience for all attending the market.
Clinch emphasized the strong partnership with **Independent Jones**, noting their role in cultivating the market into a beloved local fixture. “Their dedication has helped make the market a **beloved staple** of the Venice community, with remarkable growth in both vendors and attendees.”
For more details, follow the Venice Farmers Market on Facebook or visit the official site at www.thevenicefarmersmarket.org. You won’t want to miss what promises to be a revitalized experience for all!
