Upcoming Large Festivals & Expos in 2026 (Scroll for Markets
2026 Sarasota Winter Carnival & Street Food Invasion
The Mall at University Town Center
150 University Town Center Dr.
Sarasota, FL 34243
DATE & TIME
Jan 15th - 19th, 2026
Thursday 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday 5:00pm - 11:00pm (Invasion)
Saturday 12:00pm - 11:00pm (Invasion)
Sunday 12:00pm - 11:00pm (Invasion)
Monday 12:00pm - 9:00pm (Invasion)
(Carnival details available online at www.dreamlandamusements.com for the latest info)
Vendors can set up Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday and match carnival hours.
Contact (727) 674-1464 or Kevin@FloridaPenguinProductions.com for vendor and/or event information.
DISCOUNTED RIDE WRISTBANDS CAN BE PURCHASED AT WWW.DREAMLANDAMUSEMENTS.COM
Street Food Invasion @ the Countryside Winter Carnival
Countryside Mall
27001 US Hwy 19 N.
Clearwater, FL 33761
DATES & TIMES
Two Weekends - Saturday & Sunday
January 24th & 25th, 2026
January 31st & February 1st, 2026
Contact (727) 674-1464 or Brett@FloridaPenguinProductions.com for vendor and/or event information.
THE CARNIVAL IS OPEN THROUGHOUT THE WEEK. AND THE STREET FOOD INVASION IS SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY.
DISCOUNTED RIDE WRISTBANDS CAN BE PURCHASED AT WWW.DREAMLANDAMUSEMENTS.COM
11th Annual SunWest Crab & Shrimp Festival
SunWest Park
17362 Old Dixie Hwy
Hudson, FL 34667
DATE & TIME
Feb 21st - 22nd, 2026
11:00am to 8:00pm
Get ready for a weekend filled with incredible bands, seaside vibes, and unforgettable moments! Don't miss out on the rhythm and good times – bring your friends, family, and lawn chairs!
Food & Beverages are for sale all weekend with 15+ seafood vendors and other local food trucks with your favorite snacks and treats. Adult beverages are available for ages 21+ with proper ID and benefiting local charity.
ADULT TICKETS AVAILABLE ON EVENTBRITE
Tickets good for entire weekend
$10 Adult Entry benefits local charity
Kids under 16 get in free.
Contact (727) 674-1464 or Drew@FloridaPenguinProductions.com for vendor and/or event information.
2nd Annual Land O Lakes Seafood Festival
Land O Lakes Heritage Park
5401 Land O' Lakes Blvd
Land O' Lakes, FL 34639
DATE & TIME
March 14th, 2026
12:00pm to 6:00pm
Lawn Chairs Recommended!
Food & Beverages are for sale all day with 15+ seafood vendors and live music on the Heritage Park sound stage all day. Adult beverages are available for ages 21+ with proper ID and benefiting local charity.
ADULT TICKETING INFORMATION
$10 Adult Entry
Kids under 16 get in free.
Tickets Available on Eventbrite Soon
Official Vendor Application Coming Soon
Contact (727) 674-1464 or Kevin@FloridaPenguinProductions.com for vendor and/or event information.
Bradenton Area Senior Expo - Returning Spring 2026
Bradenton Area Convention Center
1 Haben Blvd.
Palmetto, FL 34221
DATE & TIME
March 24th, 2026
11:00am to 3:00pm
Free Entry for All Ages
Join us for second annual Bradenton Area Senior Expo, a free community event designed to connect our vibrant senior population with the best local resources, services, and entertainment tailored just for them!
Enjoy a fun and informative day featuring:
Free Raffles & Even More Prize Giveaways
Complimentary Bingo Games
Even more Local Businesses on Display
Valuable Community Resources
Health, Wellness & Lifestyle Information
Plus more fun crafts and samples!
Whether you're looking to learn more about senior services, discover local opportunities, or just enjoy a great outing, this event has something for everyone 55+ and their families.
Admission is FREE, and no RSVP is required!
For vendor or sponsorship information, contact kevin@floridapenguinproductions.com or call 727-674-1464.
WEEKLY MARKETS FOR CRAFTERS & VENDORS
Holiday Downtown Saturday Market at Avalon Park
Special Vendor Pricing for December
Date: 1st & 3rd Saturdays - Every Month
Time: 10am to 2pm
4424 Friendly Way,
Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Our newest market is open at Avalon Park in Downtown Wesley Chapel the first Saturday of the Month all Summer!
With special introductory pricing for our grand opening, contact brett@floridapenguinproductions.com for more information. Featuring 75+ vendors this market is sure to be a staple event for the huge community in and near Avalon Park!
To get your business involved, click this link below.
Official Vendor Application
Friday Moonlight Market at The Hub at Bexley
Date: 2nd & 4th Fridays
Time: 5pm-9pm
16954 Focus Loop
Land O' Lakes, FL 34638
Our exciting Friday Night Market in the heart of Land O Lakes off HWY 54 and Memorial Highway has been an incredible success. We would love to speak with you about your business getting involved with our latest Friday Night event!
Food Trucks are unable to attend.
We are seeking night-friendly vendors with unique items, activities, and community sponsors.
To get your business involved, click this link below.
Harvest Markets at The Grove at Wesley Chapel (2nd & 4th Sundays)
Date: 2nd & 4th Sundays of the Year | Sept '25 - May '26
Time: 11am-3pm
The Grove at Wesley Chapel & The Krate
Wesley Grove Blvd
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Join our favorite shopping experience at one of the busiest shopping centers in Wesley Chapel every 2nd & 4th Sunday.
Our vendor registration linked below gives each vendor a chance to register online for multiple dates all at once. Pricing starts at just $25-$150. However, limitations may apply. Please call us at 727-483-1630 and speak with Brett Cecere about this event, or email him at brett@floridapenguinproductions.com before registering for this event. No Food Trucks are accepted at this venue but we have many large food truck rallies that may be a good fit.
Corey Ave Sunday Fresh Market on St. Pete Beach
2026 Vendor Applications Open October 1st, 2025 (tell a friend!)
Date: Every Sunday Morning Year Round
Time: 10am - 2pm Sundays (Fall/Winter/Spring)
9:00am to 1:00pm (Summer Hours)
Corey Avenue Shopping District
300-421 Corey Avenue
St Pete Beach, FL 33706
We are very excited to be part of the long-standing and extremely successful Corey Ave Sunday Fresh Market on St. Pete Beach. This event has strict guidelines and policies, and we have a pre-registration review process. All handmade crafters & cottage bakers are welcome to pre-register. Please call us at 727-415-6969 to speak with Blaise Bullard about this event or reach out by email at markets@floridapenguinproductions.com. We would love to speak with you about your business getting involved with the weekly Corey Ave Sunday Fresh market.
Food Truck involvement is very limited and you must have LP Gas Leak Certification per St. Pete Beach statutes.
To get your business involved, click this link below.
2025 Vendor Application - Waitlist Only
2026 Application Opens on October 1st, 2025
Once your profile is submitted with your requested dates you will be notified if your business is approved, and for which dates can be confirmed. Billing is done 2 weeks before each Sunday. New vendors may be waitlisted but we fill all empty spaces with waitlisted vendors each week.
Already Registered Your Profile on Marketwurks for 2025?
Click this link to view your profile for 2025, add new dates for approval, or make any change requests. Contact markets@floridapenguinproductions.com for questions.
Thank you to our sponsors who help support community events!
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Food Vendors Wanted
A huge vendor opportunity was just released. Two full weekends in January we will be showcasing the best Street Food Vendors in Tampa Bay at the Clearwater Countryside Carnival. Contact brett@floridapenguinproductions.com for any questions or click the link below to sign up online.