Two farmers markets have recently popped up downtown, making the area even more of a destination for food and shopping.
The 5 Points Farmers Market is held every Sunday at Cesar Chavez Park (next to 5 Points Market and Cafe Desta) and was started in December. It offers a free space for farmers to sell their produce.
FoodInRoot, which organizes several markets around Tucson already, is starting a new wellness market at Presidio Park tomorrow, Jan. 11.
Organizers say the market offers products and services that minister to the whole person, such as organic local produce, olive-oil-based soap, apple salsa, gluten free and vegan baked goods, a local boxing gym, handmade incense, locally-made energy bars for exercise, massage therapy and herbs, sage bundles and other Native American artisan products.
5 Points Farmers Market
What: Local grass fed non-gmo meats, local citrus, organic baked goods, hot coffee, local produce.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays
Where: Cesar Chavez park, adjacent to 5 Points Market, 756 S. Stone Ave.
Info: Click here
The Downtown Wellness Market
What: This small downtown market, produced by FoodInRoot, will focus on health, wellness and good living. There will be produce, vegan and gluten-free baked goods, boxing classes, massage therapists, healthful soaps and creams and plants.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Thursday, starting Jan. 11
Where: Presidio Park, 160 W. Alameda Street
Info: Click here
