Vendor Events in Lake Wales, FL

The Lake Wales Downtown Farmer's Market is a community farmers market held twice monthly on the 2nd and 4th Saturday in the historic downtown marketplace. Vendors offer locally grown non-pesticide produce, fresh plants, homemade baked goods, cheeses, honey, jams and jellies, award-winning BBQ sauces and rubs, natural pet treats, handcrafted items, jewelry, and other artisan goods. The market draws diverse shoppers seeking fresh local products and unique handmade wares. Operating year-round with seasonal adjustments, the market serves as a hub for community connection and supports local growers and artisans. Vendor booth spaces are available through Lake Wales Main Street sponsorship.

Annual craft fair benefiting military veterans, open to the public with free admission. More than 40 local vendors are participating, selling wood crafts, wreaths, gnomes, painted glassware and table runners.

50th annual heritage festival with a curated Community Market. 10x10 tent spaces run $50 per day or $85 for both days, and MLM products are not accepted. The posted application deadline was Sept 30 or until spaces fill.

The Lake Wales Arts Festival is a prestigious fine arts exhibition held annually on the scenic shores of Lake Wailes in downtown Lake Wales. This critically acclaimed two-day festival (with an optional Friday kickoff event) showcases approximately 60-70 fine artists and artisans from across the country. Exhibiting artists offer original paintings, sculptures, ceramics, jewelry, and other fine art works. The event attracts thousands of art enthusiasts annually who come to purchase one-of-a-kind pieces. Food vendors, beverage selections from local breweries and wineries, and live entertainment complement the art vendor experience. The festival is free to attend and offers artists an excellent opportunity to reach serious collectors and art buyers. Children's activities and a festive atmosphere make it a well-organized community event.