photo credit: Sergio Aparicio, Director of Communications and Marketing, Soda City Market

COLUMBIA, S.C. (Soda City Market) – Soda City Market has been named the Best Farmers Market in the United States in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards—a major honor that highlights the strength and spirit of Columbia’s local economy, culture, and community.

This first-place finish places Soda City Market in the national spotlight and affirms what many locals and visitors already know—that Columbia’s open-air Saturday tradition is more than a market, it’s become the City’s “town square”. Each week, 7,000 to 10,000 visitors walk Main Street to enjoy a sense of community and explore over 200 vendors from local farmers and food trucks to artists, makers, and performers, the Market serves as a thriving hub for connection, creativity, and commerce.

Determined by nationwide public vote from March 17th through April 14th, Soda City Market beat out 19 other finalists from across the country to claim the top spot – and remained #1 on the leaderboard for the entire voting period.

“This national recognition is not only a win for Soda City Market, but for the entire Columbia community. The Market team extends a special thank you to the City of Columbia, the Main Street District, our presenting partner MUSC Health, and all our community partners whose continued support and trust have been essential to the Market’s growth and success,” said Soda City Market Founder Emile DeFelice.

About Soda City Market
Soda City Market, presented by MUSC Health, is Columbia, South Carolina’s year-round market held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Main Street, rain or shine. Modeled after the great open-air markets of the world, it brings together over 200 vendors and thousands of weekly attendees with everything you need to nourish your brain, body, and belly.

About USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards spotlight premier destinations and experiences across the country. Nominees are selected by expert panels and editors, with winners determined through public voting. Learn more at 10best.com.