An auto parts store turned outdoor market? Now that’s a transformation. Main Street Anniston has announced the new Anniston City Market, and they’re celebrating with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Here’s what you need to know.

About the new Anniston City Market

Anniston Auto Parts Store used to be a place to grab oil and tail lights is now a place to get fresh produce and local goods. Anniston City Market, envisioned by architect Bill Whittaker, is a hub for the community. It features:

15,850 square feet of space
Open-air concept
Community garden
Food truck + vendor space
Permanent home of the Downtown Market program
Offices for Main Street Anniston

To preserve the character of the space, it will also feature Anniston Auto Parts’ historic facade. The vendor space is an opportunity for the community to be a part of the market and grow with it, creating a beneficial relationship between the market and local entrepreneurs.

Anniston City Market ribbon cutting details

To celebrate the completion of Anniston Downtown Market, the city is holding a ribbon cutting ceremony, featuring prominent community members like the City Market Architect, Anniston City Mayor and more. Here are the details:

When: Thursday, October 5, 9AM
Where: 126 W 11th St, Anniston, AL 36201
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The ribbon cutting ceremony will mark the official opening of Anniston City Market. After the opening, the market will be open Monday-Friday from 7AM-4PM, and each Saturday in the farmers market season (May-October), the community will gather for the Downtown Market program there.

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