In 2009 we asked why there was no Parramore Farmers Market. Last year the City announced there'd be one thanks to a USDA $250,000 grant. Well it's finally here! The Parramore Farmers Market will open January 6th, 2018 and run on Saturday mornings from 8am – 1pm at Orlando City Soccer Stadium (MAP).
The market is accepting applications for vendors. Potential vendors must submit applications either by email OR direct mail to the Farmers Market Coordinator, Lynn Nicholson at lynn.nicholson@cityoforlando.net or 400 S. Orange Avenue, 6th Floor, Orlando FL, 32801. Submissions must include a completed and signed application, copies of all pertinent licenses, permits, or certifications and any support documents (photos, etc.).
Timeline
- October 20, 2017 - Invitation Release
- November 1, 2017, 6:00pm-7:30 p.m. - Q&A Meeting (RSVP to lynn.nicholson@cityoforlando.net). An informational Q&A session will be held for potential vendors to address questions regarding applications and/or market logistics.
- Location: Valencia College / UCF Downtown Campus, Center for Emerging Media
- November 12, 2017 - Applications due by 11:59pm
- November 17–27, 2017 - Vendors Notified
- December 1, 2017 - Vendor acceptance/confirmation due by 5:00pm (Unconfirmed vendor spaces will be re-assigned)
Accepting Applications in the Following Categories
- Fruits/Vegetables - Includes fresh fruits, vegetables, and edible plants grown in Florida, with preference given to items grown within 50 miles of the market location. Category can also include canned or preserved items, made locally.
- Meat/Poultry/Fish - fresh, frozen or preserved meats, poultry, and meat products raised or made in Florida. fresh, frozen, or preserved seafood products from Florida waters.
- Eggs - fresh eggs produced in Florida
- Breads/Grains - breads and other baked items , cereals and granolas, nuts, seeds, and related products
- Dairy - cheeses, milk, yogurt, kefir, etc
- "Other" Foods: snack foods, soft drinks, condiments
- Hot Foods/Concessions - Food trucks or concessions booths producing food or meals to be enjoyed on site during the market
- Ice Cream, Popsicles, Lemonade Stands, other refreshments
- Handcrafted Items - Crafts, artwork, home goods, soaps, candles, etc.
- Non-profit/Community Organizations/Miscellaneous
* The Parramore Farmers Market will focus heavily on locally grown and produced items, including Cottage Food Items