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“Stop’n Shop Vendor Fair Brings Local Handmade Goods to Florissant This Summer”

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Stop'n Shop Vendor Fair banner with green background and bold black lettering

The Stop & Shop Vendor Fair in Florissant, Missouri, is a recurring community market hosted by the City of Florissant’s Parks and Recreation Department. Held outdoors in the parking lot of the JFK Center at 315 Howdershell Rd., this fair celebrates local creativity with a wide selection of handmade, homemade, and homegrown products.

The next Stop & Shop Vendor Fair is scheduled for Friday, July 11, 2025, and will run from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Previous fairs typically operated from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, providing an evening shopping experience for residents and visitors alike.

Vendor participation is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each space includes an 8-foot table and two chairs. The vendor fee is $25 per date, or $75 for all four scheduled dates if paid upfront. Participants must provide their own setup, and generators are allowed, as no electrical hookups are provided.

All items sold must be handmade, homemade, or homegrown. Reselling wholesale or mass-produced goods is not permitted. Food vendors are welcome but must obtain a valid St. Louis County Health Permit prior to the event.

To apply as a vendor, contact Sarah Skaggs at sskaggs@florissantmo.com. Completed applications must be submitted in person at either of Florissant’s community centers. The 2024 vendor application form can be downloaded from the City of Florissant website.

Florissant’s Old Town Donuts Wins Best Donuts in America Title

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Interior view of Old Town Donuts in Florissant, Missouri, with window signage reading "America's Best Donuts" and a patriotic donut character on a table.

Old Town Donuts in Florissant, Missouri, has officially earned the title of Best Donuts in America following a national competition hosted by The64.com.

The contest featured a bracket-style tournament with 64 donut shops from across the country, where winners were determined through public voting in each round. Old Town Donuts emerged victorious after defeating Jason’s Donuts in the final round. Before that, they outperformed other celebrated contenders, including Five Daughters Bakery and Jack Frost Donuts.

This nationwide recognition underscores Old Town Donuts’ commitment to quality, freshness, and customer loyalty. Known for their classic recipes and consistent service, the shop has long been a local favorite in Florissant; now, it holds a title recognized by fans across the U.S.

Best Donut in America Old Town Donuts | Florissant Favorite Advances

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Assorted gourmet donuts in a box, including flavors with bacon, cookies, and toasted meringue topping.

Old Town Donuts in Florissant, Missouri, is gaining national attention as it competes for the title of Best Donut in America in a bracket-style competition hosted by the64.com. The long-standing local favorite, celebrated for over 50 years, has advanced to the Top 8 in the nationwide vote-driven tournament.

Known throughout the St. Louis region for its fresh, handmade donuts and loyal customer base, Old Town Donuts is more than just a bakery—it’s a community institution. The shop’s participation in this contest highlights its enduring popularity and the strong support it receives from longtime fans.

The competition format pits donut shops from across the country against each other in head-to-head matchups. Voters cast their ballots online to help their favorites advance. Thanks to continued community support, Old Town Donuts continues to rise through the ranks.

As the contest continues, donut lovers are encouraged to vote and help bring well-deserved national recognition to this Florissant classic. For longtime fans and new visitors alike, it’s an opportunity to show why Old Town Donuts belongs at the top.