Sunday mornings just got a whole lot better on the north side of town. The North City Farmers Market has arrived, and it’s exactly the kind of thing St. Augustine does well: local makers, fresh finds, good food, and a laid-back vibe that makes you want to linger.
Every Sunday from 9am to 12:30pm, the market sets up behind Schooner’s Seafood at 3560 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd, bringing together an impressive lineup of local vendors. We’re talking fresh produce, handmade baked goods, soaps and candles, honey, fresh flowers, jewelry, jams and jellies, metalworks, and handcrafted wooden furniture — and that’s just scratching the surface. Food trucks round out the spread if you want something hot and ready to eat while you browse.
What makes this one feel a little different from your typical weekend market is the built-in hang factor. Schooner’s patio bar is open during market hours, which means you can grab a drink, pull up a chair, and soak in some live music while the rest of the family wanders the vendor stalls. It’s less of an errand and more of a morning out, the kind that doesn’t cost a lot but leaves you feeling like you made the most of your weekend.
Parking is free on-site and next door at VyStar, so don’t let logistics talk you out of showing up. Getting there is genuinely easy, which is a refreshing change from some of the more crowded market scenes closer to downtown.
For locals who’ve been looking for a reason to explore the north side, or who simply want a new Sunday ritual that supports the people actually making and growing things right here in St. Augustine, this one’s worth putting on the calendar. Follow along at @northcityfarmersmarket to stay current on vendors and any updates.
