5 top markets to shop in Lakeland

Find handmade goods, tasty food and drink, or a unique piece of art at these community markets.

Two shoppers purchasing goods from a market vendor's tent. The table is covered with stationery and tote bags.

The maker you shop from could be your neighbor.

Lakeland is a hot spot for makers, foodies, and creatives alike. Local markets bring them all together — and we’re ready to shop ‘til we drop at these upcoming events.

Dixieland Night Market | Union Hall, 1023 S. Florida Ave.
Every second Friday of the month, 6-11 p.m.

The Emporium Art Collective brings together local artists and artisans each month. Shop, grab a bite from a food truck, and enjoy live entertainment inside Union Hall and The Pink Piano.

Booths set up for Lakeside Village's Second Sunday Market. Shoppers walk past tents filled with tables of handmade products set up on a closed street outside of storefronts.

Vendors are just steps away from your favorite Lakeside Village shops and restaurants.

Photo by LALtoday

Second Sunday Market | Lakeside Village, 1479 Town Center Dr.
Every second Sunday of the month from September to May, 12-5 p.m.

Your favorite shops + dining spots combine with local small businesses at this monthly event. Breeze in and out of vendor booths and go-to stores as you hunt for a unique piece to bring home.

Rock band performs before an audience in a tent at the Lakeland Punk Rock Flea Market

Don’t miss performances by local rock bands at the Punk Flea.

Lakeland Punk Rock Flea Market | Swan Brewing, 115 W. Pine St.
Last Sunday of March and September, 12-6 p.m.

Rock out with 80+ vendors and live music acts from across Central Florida. Shop for art and clothing, jam in the mosh pit, try out your skateboard, or swing into Swan Brewing for a pint.

Lakeland Is Our Business Vendor Market | COhatch, 211 E. Main St.
Every third Saturday of the month, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

This monthly market has one thing all the others don’t: sweet, sweet air conditioning. Shop indoors for handmade crafts and homemade treats created by fellow Lakelanders.

Farmers Market LEDC

The farmers market will return this fall.

Photo provided by Catapult

Downtown Farmers Curb Market | Downtown Lakeland, 117 N. Kentucky Ave.
Every Saturday from September to July, times vary

This list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the farmers market. Shop from vendors of all types — including food, produce, pet care, and crafts — from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. September-May, and until 1 p.m. in June + July.

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