About a month ago, we shared on our socials that Soda City Market was one of 20 farmers markets nominated for USA Today’s 10Best + encouraged folks to vote. Well, Cola, we did it! Soda City Market was named the No. 1 Farmers Market in the nation by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
Every Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine, 200+ vendors and thousands of visitors transform Columbia’s Main Street, and now, the rest of the country is taking note. With each visit, you’ll see dozens of dogs on leashes, families with strollers, and the sounds of performers ringing through the streets. Take a look at some of our readers’ favorite Soda City Market vendors that they shared with us.
Interested in other local farmers markets? Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up 10+ farmers markets around Columbia in this guide.
Other local wins
Cola is no stranger to best-in-the-nation accolades. Just this past holiday season, Riverbanks Zoo’s Wild Lights attraction ranked No. 8 on USA Today 10Best Zoo Lights list. Each night, the paths through the zoo featured over 60 illuminated lanterns showcasing animals, plants, and pollinators.
Speaking of last year’s winners, Hotel Trundle was also highlighted nationally after being ranked No. 6 on USA Today’s 10Best boutique hotels list. Not caught up on the latest happenings with this historic hotel? You’ve got some reading to do. Deep dive into its newest boutique accommodations that feature the eclectic taste of its flagship destination: the Flutter Wing on Main Street.
