The summer is here, and the local market scene is heating up in the Tampa Bay region. This city is known for its funky vintage markets, dreamy night fleas, fresh markets in Hyde Park Village, and food truck fiestas downtown. Below you’ll find a collection of the top summer markets in Tampa, and the great Tampa Bay region.
Some events happen on recurring weekly and/or monthly basis, while others are just fun one offs. Did I miss an amazing market here in the Tampa Bay region? Send an email to [email protected] and let me know so I can include it in the list. Side note: if you haven’t made it to Vintage Roost in historic Ybor City, then you’re depriving yourself of some of the most wonderful totally unique to Tampa treasures in the world.
Vintage Roost Ybor City
Where: 2326 E 7th Ave
When: The three day long event takes place the the 2nd & 4th weekend of each month.
About: A unique selection of post cards, furniture, home decor, books, records, and other vintage delights are available from more than a dozen vendors.
Ybor City Saturday Market
Where: 1901 N 19th St
When: Every Saturday year-round. Open 9am-1pm during the summer months.
About: Ybor City Saturday Market is the largest continually operating outdoor market in the Tampa Bay Area. Centered in Tampa’s Historic District, the market is one of the most popular shopping destinations for locally produced items unique to the Tampa Bay Area.
Fresh Market at Hyde Park Village
Where: 1602 W Snow Avenue
When: The first Sunday of every month from 10am-3pm
About: Fresh Market is a monthly farmers market featuring over 80 local vendors including produce, handcrafted goods, plants and more. While you shop and stroll, enjoy live music by Gasparilla Music in Village Circle.
Seminole Heights Sunday Market
Where: 6111 N Central Ave
When: The second Sunday of every month from 9am-1pm
About: The Seminole Heights neighborhood’s local farmers market is replete with fresh local produce, craft items, tasty desserts and drinks, and more.
Carrollwood Market
Where: 4537 Lowell Road
When: The second Saturday of every month from 9am-1pm.
About: Fresh food, love music, crafts for kids, and so much more. The Carrollwood market is a monthly neighborhood staple featuring some of the best vendors in the region.
Armature Works Second Sunday Market + Art Walk
Where: 1910 N Ola Avenue
When: The second Sunday of every month from 11am-3pm
About: Featuring a rotating cast of artisanal creatives and makers selling handmade goods, jewelry, art, wood-work, gifts plus so much more in the Gathering space at Armature Works.Â
Sunshine Market at Midtown Tampa
Where: 3659 Midtown Drive
When: 4th Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm
About: Shop with local makers including producers of local agriculture, take home foods, baked goods, art, jewelry and more! Live music kicks off at 10am sharp on the green. Dog Friendly and Parking located in the garage at Midtown.
Sunset Market at Midtown Tampa
Where: 3659 Midtown Drive
When: The first Thursday of each month.
About: End your day with live music, dinner bites and local shopping with makers from the bay area!Â
Mayor’s Food Truck Fiesta
Where: 241 E Madison Street
When: The first Wednesday of every month from 11am-2pm
About: Featuring tasty treats from a variety of local food trucks in the Tampa Bay region.
Corey Avenue Sunday Market
Where: Corey Avenue between Boca Ciega Avenue and Gulf Boulevard on St. Pete Beach.
When: Every Sunday from 9am-1pm.
About: More than 70 vendors gather along Corey Avenue on St. Pete Beach to sell the best coffee, pastries, arts, kombucha, fresh fruit and more in the area.
Westchase Locale Market
Where: 9520 W Linebaugh Avenue
When: The second Saturday of every month from 10am-3pm.
About: Shop plants, baked goods, flowers, clothing, handmade jewelry, homemade sauces, pet treats, home decor and more at the Westchase Town Center.
Williams Park Summer Market
Where: 350 2nd Avenue N, St. Pete
When: Every Saturday in the summer from 9am-1pm
About: A collection of the best farmers from around Florida gather at a beautiful park in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg.
Royal Palm Night Market
Where: 1111 Central Avenue, St. Pete
When: Every Thursday night from 6pm-10pm
About: A small collection vendors offering jewelry, clothing, baked goods, candles and more. A food truck often pops up at the event, too.
Vintage Marche
Where: 2200 2nd Avenue South
When: The first weekend of every month
About: Tampa Bay’s largest monthly vintage market. They have 30+ vendors with thousands of square feet of treasures.
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