There is more to purchasing your dream home at Garza Blanca Signature Residences than enjoying luxury sea view apartments in one of the most exclusive resorts in Puerto Vallarta. Your investment opens up a colorful world of life in Mexico. One of the attractions of living in Puerto Vallarta is its lively social scene full of events and activities for expats, especially during the popular months between November and April. Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay’s range of Farmer’s Markets are sure to keep the shopaholic in you amused.
Below is a great list of the top Farmer’s Markets in Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay for you to explore, and you can also check the local website to find the current time and dates of the Farmer’s Markets.
Old Town Farmer’s Market (Puerto Vallarta):
The Old Town Farmer’s Market is open each Saturday from nine thirty in the morning until two in the afternoon. The Old Town Farmer’s Market usually runs until the end of April, and is one of the best Farmer’s Market to go to if you are looking for locally grown fruits and vegetables. You can also find amazing handmade jewelry, crafts that are gorgeous, and locally designed clothing too. The Old Town Farmer’s Market provides live music and entertainment, so visitors will enjoy a great morning. All items are grown or made right here in Puerto Vallarta, and the items that are baked are prepared by local residents in Puerto Vallarta. The website for Old Town Farmer’s Market is www.oldtownfm.com.
Marina Vallarta’s Market (Puerto Vallarta):
The Marina Market is open from October and runs until May each Thursday. The hours of the market starts around six in the evening and stays open until ten. This farmers market is a great way to meet local residents and do some shopping at the same time. There are a variety of items that can be purchased here such as; handmade soaps and candles, delicious Artisan breads and baked goods, and so many other great finds. One special thing about the Marina Vallarta’s Market is the late hours that it is open. Visitors can arrive in the early afternoon before the market opens, and walk along the boardwalk and enjoy the ocean at the same time. When the sun starts to set, you can eat at one of the many vendors or restaurants, then finish your shopping.
Mercado del Pueblo (Sayulita):
The Mercado del Pueblo farmers market runs from October until May, and is held each Friday. The Mercado del Pueblo Farmer’s Market starts at ten in the morning, then closes at two in the afternoon. This Farmer’s Market has almost eighty different vendors along with live entertainment. You can find organic products, natural products, and unique items here, which makes this one of the best places to do your local shopping. The vendors change their items each week, so you can always find fresh, homemade baked breads and desserts, flowers, fruits and vegetables, and delicious meats. The website for Mercado del Pueblo is: http://mercadodelpueblo.org/
Mercado Huanacaxtle (La Cruz de Huanacaxtle):
The Mercado Huanacaxtle market is on Sundays and there are nearly 175 vendors. The Farmer’s Market is located in the La Cruz’s Marina, and there is plenty of art, clothing, homemade jewelry, baked items, and fresh fruits and vegetables. For more information, take a look at:http://www.insidelacruz.com/articles/1041-la-cruz-sunday-market-best-in-the-bahia.html
Forever Spring Farmer’s Market (Bucerias):
The Forever Spring Farmer’s Market is located in Bucerias. This Farmer’s Market is held each Wednesday starting bright and early at nine in the morning, then continues until one in the afternoon. Shoppers can purchase delicious cheeses from el Tuito, Indian dishes, sauces, meats, and baked breads and pies. The website is: www.facebook.com/foreversringfarmersmarket.
Marina Nuevo Vallarta (Riviera Nayarit):
The Marina Nuevo Vallarta Farmer’s Market is located on the Nuevo Vallarta Marina and is open each Saturday from nine in the morning and stays open until two in the afternoon. This Farmer’s Market offers dancing lessons, unique foods and handmade glassware. You can also pick up beautiful clothing, and beautiful jewelry. At this Farmer’s Market you can take dance or yoga classes and enjoy live entertainment. The website is www.bestofnuevovallarta.com.
