New Monthly Artisan Market Kicks Off December 1 in Conjunction With Art Key West

The first Key West Artisan Market will be held Sunday, DECEMBER 1 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Restaurant Store parking lot in conjunction with the 2nd Annual Art Key West, a three day island-wide all arts festival. The Market will be a regular attraction with later dates set for December 22 for holiday shopping, January 26 as part of the Key West Food and Wine Festival, February 23 and March 30.

The event will give residents and visitors alike a chance to shop fresh and local. The parking lot at 1111 Eaton will be transformed into a showcase of art, photography and unique local handicrafts and gifts made exclusively in the Keys in one convenient location. Entertainment will include a singer and songwriter showcase, local authors, Key West Fringe theater performances, chef demonstrations, kid’s activities and live street art murals by Marky Pierson and Adam Russell.

Guests will be able to taste and buy local specialties including organics from Help Yourself, fresh Cole’s Peace bakery items, farmer’s market fruits and vegetables, cheeses, wine, honey, salt and spices, olive oil, Cupcake Sushi®, smoked meats, and other culinary delights including Chef Martin’s Enchilado de Langosta (Cuban lobster stew).

Concessions, wine and an extensive craft beer selection will be onsite. A complete list of participants will be updated at www.facebook.com/KeyWestArtisanMarket

Covered vendor booth spaces are still available for $ 75. Demonstrations, musicians, performers & non profits may qualify for free or reduced space. Call Event Coordinator Sean Krikorian at 573.619.2200 for more information or email [email protected]. Applications are also available at www.artkeywest.com.

Free parking for guests courtesy of Strunk Ace Hardware and bike racks provided. Guests are encouraged to BYOB (bring your own bags).