By A Princivalli | June 2025 |
Credit: Market - unsplash.com
Looking for things to do in Central Florida?
Whether you’re an artisan hunting for local events to spark your creativity, a small business owner ready to join Orlando craft shows, or a handmade seller expanding your art fair calendar — we’ve got you covered.
Even if you’re just someone Googling “fun weekend events near me,” hey, you’re in the right place. No worries — we don’t judge. We’ve Googled “cool stuff to do near me” at least 47 times this week.
Top 10 Florida Artisan Events
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Family Friendly Events
1) Orlando Farmers Market
Location: Lake Eola Park | Corner of E. Central Blvd and N. Eola Drive Orlando, Florida 32806
Why It’s Great: Enjoy a family-friendly, Calm, Beautiful daylight market in the park, filled with Art Vendors, Food Trucks, and more. Perfect for the whole family with lots of shade and places to sit.
When: Every Sunday, from 10 AM - 3 PM
Perfect For Vendors: Looking for a general all-ages fun market. If you make Candles, Crochet toys, Glass Art, Ceramics, Wood Working, Dog and Pet Products, Handmade Art, and or Home Decor.
Price for Entry: Free
Credit: Orlando Farmers Market Facebook
Link: Official Website
2) Celebration Farmers Market
Location: Lakeside Park | 631 Sycamore St, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Why It’s Great: In the heart of Celebration’s neighborhood, this quaint market right by the lake is the perfect Sunday morning destination. It is extremely pet friendly, and the local water fountain playground for kids is always beaming with life! - So don’t forget to bring towels! - We had to learn the hard way.
When: Every Sunday, From 10 AM - 2 PM
Perfect For Vendors: Looking for a smaller market but with high-end end refined customers. If you make Candles, Refined Jewelry, Crochet toys, Glass Art, woodwork, Dog Products and Home Decor, you will fit right in!
Price for Entry: Free
Credit: Celebration Farmers Market Facebook
Link: Official Website
3) Lake Nona Arts After Dark
Location: Lake Nona Town Center | Orlando, FL 32827
Why It’s Great: Do you ever feel like sitting down for a couple drinks with friends and family but you also can’t leave the kids behind? We can’t always have it all… but at Lake Nona’s Art’s After Dark, you sure can! Enjoy a night of live music and great food while appreciating your community and shopping for that special gift meanwhile the kids are busy playing around.
When: Every Friday and Saturday, From 6 PM - 10 PM
Perfect For Vendors: Who make Crochet Toys, Dog Products, Home Decor or Beauty and Wellness Items!
Price for Entry: Free
Credit: Lake nona arts after dark instagram and Orlando Local Makers Facebook
Link: Official Website
4) Once Upon a Magic Market
Location: Locations Vary | Kissimmee Civic Center
Why It’s Great: Imagine a market straight out of a fantasy book! Complete with magical performances that will have the kids singing and dancing all your favorite Disney tracks. The best part is that each event has a special theme!
When: Near monthly on Sundays. From 12 PM - 6 PM
Perfect For Vendors: That make anything princess inspired!! , Cutesy, Crocheted Toys, Embroidery, Paintings, Costumes, Tiaras, Custom Clothing, Themed Pet Accessories, Customized Cups, Mugs, Totes, all things magically wonderful!
Price for Entry: Free
Credit: Once upon a magic market instagram
Link: Official Website
Alternative POP Events
5) Goblin Market Florida - Discount Art Mart
Location: Locations Vary | Oviedo Mall
Why It’s Great: Think of a CON like market with all your favorite characters, but free entry and double the handmade goods! One of the only Gen-Z, alternative, queer focussed markets in Central Florida. On top of that, it is a trade-friendly market where vendors, attendees, and Goblin Court all trade gently used or one-of-a-kind items. It’s an event for all ages with different themes every time. Clear up a whole afternoon!
When: Once a Month. | Day and time vary
Perfect For Vendors: That are whimsy and funky. If you enjoy Clown Accessories, Alternative Fashion, Kawaii Fashion, Fandom Goodies, Prints, Stickers, Pins, Punk and Gothic Jewelry, Bags, Fantasy themed items, Video Game Merch, Pop Culture, Anime, Costumes or Table Top Items!
Price for Entry: Free
Credit: Goblin market Official Website and Facebook
Link: Official Website
6) The Orlando Oddities and Curiosities Market
Location: Events Center at Osceola Heritage Park | 1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee, FL 34744
Why It’s Great: Halloween came in early this year! Hosted by Prometheus Esoterica. Expect horrific entertainment, taxidermy classes, deadly costume contests, and terrifying interviews with featured guests. Plus, hand-crafted items you wouldn't find anywhere else. Come hang out with others who see beauty in the odd and strange, and for those curious enough to seek inspiration from the macabre!
When: Once a Year | Day and time vary
Perfect For Vendors: Who are familiar with Bones, Taxidermy Art, Crystals, Gothic Jewelry, Halloween, Horror Movies, Bugs, The Pagan and Witchy, Preserved Specimens, and other Fantastically Weird Amalgamations.
Price for Entry: Prices Vary | General Admission $ 15.65 | Tickets are available online only | Parking $10 | Children under 13 enter free with paid adult.
Credit: Prometheus esoterica Facebook
Link: Oddities Host
7) Grandma Party Bazaar
Location: Stardust Video and Coffee| 1842 E Winter Park Rd Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32803
Why It’s Great: If you’re looking for any Alternative or Hippie vibe type event, then this is for you. Enjoy funky art, live music and amazing food right in front of Stardust Coffee Cafe!
When: Once a Year | Day and time vary
Perfect For Vendors: Who thrive with Uncommon Goods, Hippie fashion, Crochet, Ceramics, Customized Clothes, Embroidery, Bugs, The Handmade, Leather Goods, Sculptures, Wood Art, Prints, Paintings or Glass Art.
Price for Entry: Free.
Credit: Grandma party bazaar Facebook
Link: Official Website
8) Milk Mart
Location: Milk District | 2430 E Robinson, Orlando, FL, United States
Why It’s Great: Prepare to spend the whole day exploring this market! Milk Mart is really a staple event in the Orlando Milk District, complete with inflatable Cow and all. Meet over 300 vendors, enjoy delicious treats and immerse yourself in Orlando’s creative small business community. The Moo Crew is all about creating culture and having fun. Come join the farm!
When: Near Monthly Event | Day and time vary
Perfect For Vendors: Offering anything! From Pet Products, Embroidery, Prints, Crochet, and Original Art to Jewelry, Polymer Clay Goods, Fandom Merch—and of course… Cows!
Price for Entry: Free.
Credit: Milk Mart official Instagram and Website
Link: Official Website
Art Galleries
9) The Pancakes & Booze Art Show
Location: Locations Vary | The Abbey Orlando | 100 S Eola Dr Unit 100, Orlando, FL 32801
Why It’s Great: It’s the perfect Adult Night Pop-up Art Extravaganza with free pancakes! This traveling event has Good music, Live painting, and lively conversation between Art enthusiasts of all backgrounds.
When: Yearly Event | Day and time vary
Perfect For Artists That: Create Oil Paintings, Prints, Pastel Drawings, Watercolor Drawings, Charcoal Drawings, and or Photography Prints.
Price for Entry: $17.83 | Prices may vary.
Credit: The Pancakes and Booze Art Show official website
Link: Official Website
10) FAVO - Faith Arts Village Orlando
Location: Park Lake | 221 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32801
Why It’s Great: If you’re in need of a Calm night to admire fine arts. This Old hotel turned Art Gallery Mall is home to many seasoned local Artists. Enjoy a night of appreciation from Paintings, to exquisite ceramics and Intricate Sculptures.
When: Every 1st Friday and Saturday of the month, From 5 PM - 9 PM
Perfect For Artists That: Would like to meet like-minded individuals, or possibly open their own small art gallery someday.
Price for Entry: Free.
Credit: Ken Austin, FAVO Official Website
Link: Official Website
“What do you think? Let us know if you’ve been to any of these events before down in the comments! "
About the Author
“A.Princivalli” is a member of the ZART team, where they focus on Community—Building connections with artists, makers, and creatives across the platform. As a multidisciplinary artist rooted in the local scene, “A” works primarily in ceramics but also explores a wide range of materials and techniques. With hands-on experience selling at farmers markets and art fairs, they bring both personal insight and professional perspective to everything they write about in the handmade world.
