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Tuesdays at Nathan Benderson Park- November

November 4 - 25, 2025

mypromotions.com

(302) 384-1116

Nathan Benderson Park - Sarasota, FL

Nathan Benderson Park is excited to be holding their first Mid-Week Market Tuesdays 9-2 October 21, 2025 - April 28, 2026. Food, Artists, Crafters and local businesses can come together and interact with the community for fun and themed events. Register: MyPromotions website

Sebring's Gobble Wobble

November 15, 2025

Gobble Wobble Fest

(863) 385-8448

Downtown - Sebring, FL

Get ready for a fantastic time at Sebring's Gobble Wobble! Join us in beautiful Sebring, FL — recently featured on HGTV's Hometown Takeover Season 3 — for an unforgettable celebration featuring a delightful array of handcrafted beer, wine, and spirits tastings from around the state. Discover your new favorite drinks while enjoying live music that will keep the energy high and the atmosphere lively. Browse through a variety of unique vendors offering everything from artisan goods to tasty treats. It's the perfect way to unwind and celebrate with friends. VIP Event- November 14th, 6pm-10pm Tasting Event- November 15th, 1pm-8pm

Florida's Largest Home Show

November 15 - 16, 2025

floridaslargesthomeshow.com

(813) 600-9574

Bradenton Area Convention Center - Palmetto, FL

Florida's Largest Home Show is now Florida's Favorite Home Show and is coming to Bradenton Florida! ! Come meet Hundreds of local licensed contractors all under 1 roof for 2 days only! Meet the famous Wall Wizard, Mike from Mikes Weather page AND Experts in home building, renovations, and repair. Find new technologies in storm protection that you need to know about! It's the same great home event with cooking shows, kitchens, baths, windows, hot tubs, and so much more! Including modernizations in home lifting, aquatic barrier solutions, and storm wind defense. TOGETHER we WILL build back stronger, better and smarter!

Emerald Coast Christmas Bazaar and Food Truck Festival

November 21 - 23, 2025

(850) 630-7085

Captain Anderson's Event Center - Panama City, FL

7th Annual! Indoor/outdoor venue with wonderful food trucks and tons of holiday shopping! This show has a combination of beautiful hand crafted items, commercial, retail, designer products, something for the entire family! You will find high-end merchandise, beauty, jewelry, along with holiday decor! Something for every budget. Wonderful sweets! Santa! We advertise on TV and many other media outlets! The community looks forward to this show year after year! Three full days of festive holiday shopping!

Holiday Art & Craft Expo

November 22 - 23, 2025

ArtandCraftExpo.com

(772) 492-6105

Indian River County Fairgrounds - Vero Beach, FL

250 booths, high energy retail sales art & craft expo in the wealthy demographic of Indian River County and Vero Beach, FL along the beautiful Treasure Coast! This is not a juried event. Enjoy thousands of happy patrons in the holiday shopping spirit just before Thanksgiving and Black Friday! An art & craft expo community mecca event. Professionally produced by Latitude-88, Inc.

The Early Elf Art Market

November 22 - 23, 2025

sikpromotions.com/applicants/fall/the-early..

(727) 322-5217

Downtown E. Court St. - Tarpon Springs, FL

Save when you pay before October 21. For over 30 years, this outdoor showcase has been a cherished holiday tradition, and now, with a fresh new name, it's back as the Early Elf Art Market! Sponsored by the Tarpon Springs Chamber of Commerce, this event is your perfect opportunity to check off your holiday shopping list early and proudly support small and local businesses. As the holidays draw near, bypass the chaos of the malls and online orders that won't meet your standards and discover a treasure trove of unique, handcrafted gifts right here in historic Tarpon Springs.

Christmas Made in the South / Jacksonville

November 28 - 30, 2025

MadeintheSouthShows.com

(704) 847-9480

Prime Osborn Convention Center - Jacksonville, FL

Creativity abounds as hundreds of artists and craftsmen gather to demonstrate and sell their work. Get a head start on your gift list and enjoy the Christmas shopping experience of the season

Lower Keys Island Art Festival

November 29, 2025

lowerkeyschamber.com

(305) 872-2411

Lower Keys Chamber Grounds - Big Pine Key, FL

This event is always supported by our local artists and features unique island arts & crafts. Local musicians serenade our guests as the Christmas spirit fills the air. Food & beverages are available to our shoppers and vendors alike, and raffles & 50/50 drawings add to the fun. This festival is sure to put you in the Christmas spirit with a great shopping experience for those last-minute gifts.

Tuesdays at Nathan Benderson Park- December

December 2 - 30, 2025

mypromotions.com

(302) 384-1116

Nathan Benderson Park - Sarasota, FL

Nathan Benderson Park is excited to be holding their first Mid-Week Market Tuesdays 9-2 October 21, 2025 - April 28, 2026. Food, Artists, Crafters and local businesses can come together and interact with the community for fun and themed events. Register: MyPromotions website

Tuesdays at Nathan Benderson Park- January

January 6 - 27, 2026

mypromotions.com

(302) 384-1116

Nathan Benderson Park - Sarasota, FL

Nathan Benderson Park is excited to be holding their first Mid-Week Market Tuesdays 9-2 October 21, 2025 - April 28, 2026. Food, Artists, Crafters and local businesses can come together and interact with the community for fun and themed events. Register: MyPromotions website

SouthWest Florida Wood Art Expo & Competition

January 9 - 10, 2026

2026 SW FLORIDA WOOD ART EXPO

(863) 258-8334

Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center - Punta Gorda, FL

The Southwest Wood Art Expo is an annual event that showcases the work of wood carvers and wood turners and furniture builders as they compete for the top spot. One of the premier wood art shows in the country since 1986. A dynamic show with hundreds of entries for competition, vendors of all kinds (wood, tools, blanks, dust equipment, art supplies and more), demonstrations, raffle, artists' displays and sales. Art Lovers will see hundreds of beautiful sculptures and other wood art.

Sarasota-Eat Drink & Shop by the Bay

January 16 - 18, 2026

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(614) 307-0356

JD Hamel Park - Sarasota, FL

Come Eat Drink & Shop with us at beautiful JD Hamel Park in Downtown Sarasota across from Marina Jacks. Great location, great visibility, well known in the community. Family friendly and promoted with vendors in mind as well as the food, libations, and local acoustic artists

Pinellas Taco Fest

January 24 - 25, 2026

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(727) 322-5217

England Brothers Park - Pinellas Park, FL

The Pinellas TacoFest attracts a hungry crowd of thousands from all over Tampa Bay. Kickstarting the event, chefs will face off for the Best Taco in Tampa Bay competing in five categories: chicken, beef, pork, seafood and “other”. The coveted title and bragging rights could be yours for the winning! The fun isn't just in the tacos! Live music will keep the energy pumping all weekend long, while a taco eating contest, pet fiesta, and fun activities for the whole family will ensure there's never a dull moment. Exhibitors Save $50 when payment is submitted before 12/13/2025.

Big Pine and Lower Keys Nautical Expo

January 24 - 25, 2026

lowerkeyschamber.com

(305) 872-2411

Lower Keys Chamber Grounds - Big Pine Key, FL

The Annual Big Pine & Lower Keys Nautical Expo will be held on the Chamber grounds at 31020 Overseas Highway, MM 31 on Big Pine Key from 8am-4pm on Saturday and Sunday from 8am-2pm. Set up begins Friday morning at 8am. All vehicles must be off the lot Saturday by 7am. Call the Chamber for more information

Fort Myers Art & Craft Market - January

January 24 - 25, 2026

mypromotions.com

(302) 384-1116

Bell Tower Shops - Fort Myers, FL

MY Promotions Arts and Craft festivals, showcase handmade creations, high-end retail from local and regional artists. Our family friendly events take place in various gorgeous coastal areas of Southwest Florida. We provide a fun outing for shopping, snacking and sipping while being entertained by local musicians. Our mission is to provide a platform for artists, crafters and entrepreneurs to showcase their passions and for locals and visitors alike to discover unique, one-of-a-kind pieces. Supporting small business and getting to know each artisan on an individual basis is something big box can never provide.

Mount Dora Arts Festival

January 31 - February 1, 2026

mountdoraart.org

(352) 217-8390

Historic Downtown - Mount Dora, FL

Join us on Jan 31 & Feb 1, 2026 for the 51st annual Mount Dora Arts Festival held on the streets of historic downtown Mount Dora, Florida. Experience 300 fine artists lined along the streets to showcase a vast array of incredible talent in this juried event. There will be entertainment, beer, wine, cocktails, music and festival food to round out the amazing weekend. The event runs 9am-5pm on Saturday and 9am-4pm on Sunday and is FREE to attend.

Punta Gorda Art & Craft Market - January

January 31 - February 1, 2026

mypromotions.com

(302) 384-1116

Gilchrist Park - Punta Gorda, FL

MY Promotions Arts and Craft festivals, showcase handmade creations, high-end retail from local and regional artists. Our family friendly events take place in various gorgeous coastal areas of Southwest Florida. We provide a fun outing for shopping, snacking and sipping while being entertained by local musicians. Our mission is to provide a platform for artists, crafters and entrepreneurs to showcase their passions and for locals and visitors alike to discover unique, one-of-a-kind pieces. Supporting small business and getting to know each artisan on an individual basis is something big box can never provide.

Tuesdays at Nathan Benderson Park- February

February 3 - 24, 2026

mypromotions.com

(302) 384-1116

Nathan Benderson Park - Sarasota, FL

Nathan Benderson Park is excited to be holding their first Mid-Week Market Tuesdays 9-2 October 21, 2025 - April 28, 2026. Food, Artists, Crafters and local businesses can come together and interact with the community for fun and themed events. Register: MyPromotions website

Sarasota- Eat Drink & Shop by the Bay

February 6 - 8, 2026

mypromotions.com

(614) 307-0356

JD Hamel Park - Sarasota, FL

Eat, Drink and Shop with us in Downtown Sarasota across from the Bay and Marina Jacks. Great location, great visibility, well known in the community. Family friendly and promoted with vendors in mind as well as the food, acoustic artists and libations.

Everglades Seafood Festival

February 13 - 15, 2026

evergladesseafoodfestival.org

(239) 537-9922

Downtown - Everglades City, FL

The 2026 Everglades Seafood Festival marks its 55th year of celebrating the Stone Crab Capitol of the World and local businesses . This year's festival will be hosted by the Florida Stone Crabbers Association, a 501(c)3 dedicated to helping the children in Everglades City, commercial fishermen and the community. This event attracts 50,000-70,000 people over the course of 3 days.

Fiddler Crab Festival

February 13 - 15, 2026

steinhatcheechamber.com/fiddler-crab-festival

(352) 356-8185

Steinhatchee Community Center - Steinhatchee, FL

The SRCC is gearing up to host it's annual Fiddler Crab festival! The festival will include fiddler crab races, Swamp Water Challenge cook off, arts & crafts, parade, kids games, entertainment, and more. We will also have boat tours to cruise the beautiful Steinhatchee River and on Sunday a poker run. The festival promises to be lots of fun for everyone.

Punta Gorda Twenty-Third Arts and Craft Market

February 21 - 22, 2026

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(302) 384-1116

Gilchrist Park - Punta Gorda, FL

A very popular event for the last 22 years... locals and snow birds alike come out to beautiful Gilchirst Park. Food, music, local artists,crafters and local businesses come out for this community event.

Gulfport's Get Rescued

February 21, 2026

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(727) 322-5217

Historic Waterfront Arts District - Gulfport, FL

Animal rescue organizations, appearing with adoptable pets, take over Beach Blvd. to raise money & awareness for their causes. Additionally, animal-related vendors, artists & crafters offer their wares to festival-goers. Pet related activities will include a pet parade with domestic and adoptable pets, pet care education, pet services, a pet food & supplies drive, animal rescue groups, free samples, training demos, canine massage, food & games.

Lake Nona Art Festival

February 21 - 22, 2026

LakeNonaArtFestival.com

(352) 217-8390

Lake Nona - Orlando, FL

Experience Lake Nona, a juried event of 100 fine artists set up to show and sell as well as compete for $30,000 in cash awards. The event targets a high income, highly educated demographic. Encompassing 17-square-miles and located adjacent to the Orlando International Airport, Lake Nona is a modern mecca for technology companies, hospitals, and innovation. With autonomous town vehicles, robotic restaurants, and a world class Sculpture Garden, Lake Nona is considered the “Community of the Future”. Marketing for the event includes print, billboards, radio and social media campaigns.

Tuesdays at Nathan Benderson Park- March

March 3 - 31, 2026

mypromotions.com

(302) 384-1116

Nathan Benderson Park - Sarasota, FL

Nathan Benderson Park is excited to be holding their first Mid-Week Market Tuesdays 9-2 October 21, 2025 - April 28, 2026. Food, Artists, Crafters and local businesses can come together and interact with the community for fun and themed events. Register: MyPromotions website

Sarasota- Eat Drink Shop at the Bay

March 6 - 8, 2026

mypromotions.com

(614) 307-0356

JD Hamel Park - Sarasota, FL

Eat Drink and Shop at beautiful JD Hamel Park Sarasota across from Marina Jacks on the Bay Great location, great visibility, well known in the community. Family friendly and promoted with vendors in mind as well as the food and live acoustic music and libations.

Fiftieth Original Marathon Seafood Festival

March 14 - 15, 2026

The Original Marathon Seafood Festival

(305) 743-5417

Marathon Community Park - Marathon, FL

Freshest seafood at affordable prices! Right off the boats! Plenty of shopping and fun for families, games and rides for kids; live music all day! Best seafood on a tropical island in the Florida Keys! Come see us!

Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival

March 20 - 22, 2026

wpsaf.org

(407) 644-7207

Central Park & Park Avenue - Winter Park, FL

The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival, one of the nation's most prestigious shows, is held in beautiful Central Park and along Park Avenue in historic Winter Park, FL. The show is produced by a 40-member all-volunteer board and draws crowds of up to 250,000 each year. In 2025, $76,500 was presented to artists in cash awards, including a $12,000 Best of Show purchase award, and dedicated patron purchase funds were over $90,000.

Punta Gorda Art & Craft Market - March

March 21 - 22, 2026

mypromotions.com

(302) 384-1116

Gilchrist Park - Punta Gorda, FL

MY Promotions Arts and Craft festivals, showcase handmade creations, high-end retail from local and regional artists. Our family friendly events take place in various gorgeous coastal areas of Southwest Florida. We provide a fun outing for shopping, snacking and sipping while being entertained by local musicians. Our mission is to provide a platform for artists, crafters and entrepreneurs to showcase their passions and for locals and visitors alike to discover unique, one-of-a-kind pieces. Supporting small business and getting to know each artisan on an individual basis is something big box can never provide.

Uptown Art Expo

March 27 - 29, 2026

(407) 592-0002

Cranes Roost Park - Altamonte Springs, FL

The 13th Annual Celebration of Art! Uptown Art Expo at Beautiful Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs, FL. 140 Artists with displays featuring jewelry, glass, fine crafts, mosaics, paintings, photography, pottery & sculpture. The festival also includes Chalk Street Art, Festival Eats, Music & More! Free Admission and Free Parking.

Rotary Club of Englewood Fine Arts Festival

March 28 - 29, 2026

therotaryclubofenglewood.org

(941) 830-0795

Olde Englewood Village - Englewood, FL

Annual Fine Art Festival sponsored by The Rotary Club of Englewood. Great location in Olde Englewood Village on Lemon Bay. Plenty of free parking. Great artists. Surrounded by unique shops and restaurants, shoppers stroll along pedestrian-only West Dearborn Street during the Fine Arts Festival. This year's seasoned team of organizers is committed to presenting a successful, profitable and professional festival.

Deland Outdoor Art Festival

March 28 - 29, 2026

delandoutdoorartfest.com

(386) 717-1888

Earl Brown Park - Deland, FL

The Festival is located in Earl Brown Park at 815 South Alabama Ave. Winding around a jogging trail overlooking a beautiful pond with large live oaks shading the areas, the sounds of music playing, the smells of food cooking and our very talented Artisans from all over the country is what brings this festival together. This event is very family-oriented and a wonderful way to spend a weekend in delightful DeLand. Newly renovated Earl Brown Park!

Tuesdays at Nathan Benderson Park- April

April 7 - 28, 2026

mypromotions.com

(302) 384-1116

Nathan Benderson Park - Sarasota, FL

Nathan Benderson Park is excited to be holding their first Mid-Week Market Tuesdays 9-2 October 21, 2025 - April 28, 2026. Food, Artists, Crafters and local businesses can come together and interact with the community for fun and themed events. Register: MyPromotions website

Chain of Parks Art Festival

April 18 - 19, 2026

ChainofParks.org

(850) 222-8800

Chain of Parks in Downtown - Tallahassee, FL

An integral part of the region's cultural landscape and one of the Southeast's premier Fine Art events. A Top 100 Fine Art Festival by Sunshine Artist Magazine for 11 years. $10,000+ in awards, 160 exhibiting artists. Over $50K in Marketing & PR to promote this celebration of the arts event, bringing the art loving-community together with fine artists, live entertainment, food vendors, and interactive community experiences. Central artist hospitality area with complimentary refreshments and reserved portable toilets. Includes a Friday artist Welcome Reception. Artists retain 100% of artwork sales. All proceeds benefit LeMoyne Arts.

Melbourne Art Festival

April 25 - 26, 2026

melbournearts.org

(321) 722-1964

Wickham Park - Melbourne, FL

The Melbourne Art Festival is a free event where over 200 juried artists exhibit fine art and Jewelry. Student art workshops, KidsWorld, and live entertainment round out the festivities. Vendor applications and more details are available on our website.