Looking for that one-of-a-kind holiday gift? During November and December, Lakeland, Winter Haven, and Polk County host an abundance of holiday markets and craft fairs to find those unique Christmas gifts your friends and family will love. Plus you can get your Christmas shopping done while you shop local and support makers from Lakeland and Central Florida.
Vendors – if you are interested in being a vendor at these events, click through to the event details and look for the link to the organizer’s website. (We are not the host of any of these events – this is a community calendar of events)
Featured Events
Lakeside Village Artisan Market
Sunday, December 15 from 12-5 pm
1479 Town Center Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803
Click here to learn more.
You will only see upcoming events below listed in order by date. A full list of events can be viewed on our Calendar Page.
Christmas Markets & Holiday Craft Fairs
First Friday – Hometown Holiday
Free
Lakeland, FL 33801 United States Google Map
December’s First Friday event will take place on December 6, 2019 from 6pm to 9pm in Downtown Lakeland. The theme is Hometown Holiday. Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, and enjoy free activities, games, and live music in Munn Park.
Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market
Free
Lakeland, FL 33801 United States Google Map
At the Downtown Farmers Curb Market you'll find local produce, local plants & flowers, herbs, loose organic tea, foods, honey, hot sauce, local artisans, local vendors, and much more! Saturday mornings from 8am-2pm in Downtown Lakeland.
The Fancy Flea Jingle Bell Market
Free
Bartow, FL 33830 US Google Map
Join us for a pop-up show in Downtown Bartow to celebrate the start of the holiday season! Admission is free and free parking! Vintage holiday shopping, great decor, furniture, live music, great food and more! Shake those jingle bells and head over for another amazing Fancy Flea extravaganza!
Carols in the Park Holiday Market
Free
Winter Haven, FL 33881 US Google Map
For thirty years, artisans, specialty food vendors, and local choral groups have gathered in Downtown Winter Haven’s Central Park to kick off the holiday season. This event has become a tradition for multiple generations, with a special Candy Cane Corner for children of all ages! Kids will enjoy F...
Glitter, Glisten & Snow in Haines City
Free
Haines City, FL 33844 US Google Map
Count down with us as we light up thousands of lights and our 31ft Christmas tree at Lake Eva Park. There will be snow slides, arts & crafts vendors, local children's entertainment, food vendors & more!
Make it Magical – Lake Wales
Free
Lake Wales, FL 33853 US Google Map
Main Street is excited to offer our guests unparalleled shopping with local artisans, gift wrapping, long-awaited visits with Santa, cookie decorating with Mrs. Clause, artistic crafts for the children, festive holiday music, delicious food and drink, beautifully decorated trees, creative photo oppo...
Holiday Haus Mrkt at Haus 820
Lakeland, FL 33801 United States Google Map
The holidays are rapidly approaching, which might mean trying to pick the perfect gifts for your favorite people. Make it a one-stop-shop and join us for the Holiday Haus Mrkt.
Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market
FreeLakeland, FL 33801 United States Google Map
At the Downtown Farmers Curb Market you'll find local produce, local plants & flowers, herbs, loose organic tea, foods, honey, hot sauce, local artisans, local vendors, and much more! Saturday mornings from 8am-2pm in Downtown Lakeland.
Tenoroc High School Winterfest
Free
Lakeland, FL 33801 US Google Map
Tenoroc High School Winterfest started in 2013 to give students a chance to sell their art. Since then, we’ve grown, adding more and more Fine Arts and Crafts. Direct sales vendors and small businesses are also welcomed to create a unique “shop small” event.
Holiday Artisan Market at Lakeside Village
Free
Lakeland, FL 33803 US Google Map
Stroll through a selection of hand-made holiday gifts, decor and treats from local artisanal makers at Lakeside Village.
Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market
FreeLakeland, FL 33801 United States Google Map
At the Downtown Farmers Curb Market you'll find local produce, local plants & flowers, herbs, loose organic tea, foods, honey, hot sauce, local artisans, local vendors, and much more! Saturday mornings from 8am-2pm in Downtown Lakeland.
Downtown Walkabout, First Friday, Haven Holiday Market, Winter Haven Craft Fair, the list goes on and on with plenty of arts and crafts events to choose from. Enjoy a day or an evening in Downtown Lakeland, Central Park in Winter Haven, or other festive locations across Polk County!
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