It’s finally October. Temperatures are (slightly) cooler, northern visitors will soon start arriving – and the local outdoor markets are now open. While some, like Gulfport’s Tuesday Fresh Market, remain open year-round, most are seasonal, closing in late spring and reopening the first week in October.
There is a variety of markets from which to choose, each with its own unique vibe and offerings that range from fine art to produce, with plenty of food and drink to enjoy while shopping. Some markets feature live entertainment and most are pet friendly.
See the listings below to plan your visit.
Gulfport
Tuesday Fresh Market
Location: Gulfport Waterfront District, Beach Blvd.
Hours: Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
gulfportma.com/gma-events/tuesday-fresh-market
Tangerine Greenway Market
Location: Tangerine Greenway at 49th St. S. and Tangerine Ave. S.
Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Indian Shores
Indian Shores Sunday Market
Location: Indian Shores Town Hall Municipal Center, 19305 Gulf Blvd.
Hours: Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Madeira Beach
Mid-Week Madeira Beach Open Air Market
Location: Madeira Way between Gulf Boulevard and the Tom Stuart Causeway
Hours: Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg Saturday Morning Market
Location: Al Lang Stadium, at the corner of 1st St. and 1st Ave. S.
Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
St. Pete Beach
Corey Avenue Sunday Market
Location: Corey Avenue, between Boca Ciega and Gulf Blvd., downtown St. Pete Beach
Hours: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Paradise Bazaar
Location: 900 Gulf Way, Pass-A-Grille
Hours: Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Suntan Art Market
Location: 900 Gulf Way, Pass-A-Grille
Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.