I visited Celebration Farmer’s Market, an amazing outdoor farmers market near me. It was a wonderful experience because I met several local farmers and creators from all walks of life! Here is a post with all the information about this Farmer’s Market.
DISCLAIMER: This post is NOT sponsored by anyone or any organization. I visited this farmer’s market alone to experience and showcase Florida’s splendor. I purchased all my products and didn’t get any special samples. The only samples I got were those provided for free for all visitors. All Opinions are based on my experience here.
We have all heard of the splendid Orlando Farmer’s Market near Lake Eola, but did you know there are so many others all around?
Farmer’s markets are a hidden gem and I feel the need to throw a spotlight on them. I have always found treasures at these places, so I love to spend a day talking to vendors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Celebration Farmer’s Market is located at Celebration Town Center, 631 Sycamore St, Kissimmee, FL 34747. It starts just a few feet from the corner of Celebration Avenue and Sycamore Street. Those who know the area will recognize its starting point: the now-defunct movie theater! The theater is visible from far away.
It’s a Sunday Farmer’s Market only. If you are looking for Local farmer’s markets that are open on Saturdays, try Winter Park’s Farmers Market which is about 30 minutes away from this market.
It is open from 10 am to 2 pm, every Sunday. It is closed on rainy days and anytime there is a weather advisory, like a hurricane.
There is street parking, as well as, private parking. You may want to get there early because the parking can be limited.
The market is not very crowded because, I think, not many people know about it. The streets are wide so, it won’t feel too crowded.
No, the market doesn’t have restrooms or porta potty. However, Kilwins Ice Cream place allows non-customers to use their restrooms. Be their customer too because they make DELICIOUS ice creams.
Cash is king, as always. However, they happily accept credit cards (most have Square). A few vendors do accept digital payment methods, so ask them first.
No, the entrance to the market is completely free.
📆 General Overview: It’s located at Celebration Town Center, 631 Sycamore St, Kissimmee, FL 34747. It’s an Outdoor Sunday Farmer’s Market open from 10 am to 2 pm. Entrance is FREE.
How big is it?
This market is fairly big. It starts halfway down Sycamore Street which is a winding street. Then, it spills into Front Street too.
In total, there are about 50 vendors on any given Sunday. Most of the vendors are there every Sunday, but some vendors are there occasionally only.
Are bikes allowed?
Yes, bikes are allowed but follow the rules. Stay on the sides or pavement to avoid bumping into pedestrians. Bring your bike or rent one. You can also use e-scooters to get around the market.
I didn’t see any bike stands for parking them. What I did see were bikes leaning against pillars of pavilions like this one. You will have to get creative when parking your bike at the market.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the farmer’s market is wheelchair accessible. The streets are wide enough so you can move around freely in them.
🦽 Accessibility tip: This location is wheelchair accessible and allows bikes and e-scooters.
What is there for kids to do at the Celebration Farmer’s Market?
There are plenty of good foods for the kids to try. From candy and cookies to healthier items, kids will enjoy all the many things at this market.
Vendor’s splendor not for them? They can have fun at the fountain park, located at the entrance. It’s a good place for them to splash and jump around. Even grown-ups can feel like kids and jump around in the fountain.
Are there non-food vendors?
Yes, there are all kinds of vendor stalls here. There are
- Apothecary stalls.
- Vendors who make beautiful suncatchers, LED candles, unique luggage tags, Resin arts and products, and even tiki signs.
- Handmade clothes, hats, scarves, sunglasses, etc.
- Homegrown flowers
- Handmade clay pots (I really want to talk to them next time I am there).
- Seasonal items -> Since I visited in early October there were many Halloween-related items like homemade slimes, pumpkin crafts, and costumes
- Artists who create their artwork and sell it at their stalls.
- I saw an author who self-published his books and was selling them here. I thought that was so awesome.
The most unique item I saw at this market was “ghost adoptions”. How cool is that? Unfortunately, I couldn’t get the vendor’s information, so I wasn’t able to adopt one. I promise to get their information the next time I am there.
👗 Handy Tip: You will find vendors with different wares to sell: art, crafts, seasonal items, florists, clothes, and so much more. There is something for everyone here.
Live entertainment
The market will almost always have a live entertainer at this place. On this occasion, we were being serenaded by Bri Bishop Music.
Where to sit and relax
Celebration Farmer’s Market is located in the picturesque town of Celebration, surrounded by beautiful lakes.
Sit on deck-like chairs like these which have umbrellas for a shade.
It has very few tables with umbrellas like this one. I think I counted just 3 of these (unsure if they have more).
As a last resort, there are benches like this which are all over the place. They are very comfortable but have no shade above.
🎸 Enjoying the ambiance: Celebration Farmers Market has lake views and live entertainment. You can enjoy a picnic by the lake while you enjoy good music.
The Best time to visit
Have I mentioned that this market is located in Celebration, Florida? The emphasis is on Florida in this sentence!
Florida is known for its beaches, sands, Disney, and oranges! But, it’s also known for its UNRELENTING Heat. So, when to visit is dependent on your heat tolerance.
If you love the heat, visit it from around March to mid-December. The heat index can be very high during these months. Expect temperatures to be anywhere from 80˚F to over 100˚F (26˚C to 38˚C). That may or may not include the humidity. Even if the temperature is 90˚F (32˚C), when humidity is factored in, the temp can feel like over a 100˚F (38˚C).
When you are looking for last minute date ideas, this farmers market is the perfect place to go.
Yes, the heat is very oppressive!
For those who love cooler temperatures, your best time to visit would be from mid-December to around mid-March. That’s when the temps dip to about 75˚F (24˚K and below). Keep in mind that temps can, occasionally, dip as low as 30˚F (-1˚K) in January and February.
But, also, in case you forgot, this market is located in Florida. The occasional over 85˚F temps are possible from December to March.
🥵 Weather Tip: Florida is hot for about 8 months out of the year. The highs could be as hot as 100˚F (38˚F). The lows could go down to as low as 30˚F (-1˚C) in January and February.
Directions by car
It is close to Exit 2 on FL 417 (AKA Central Florida Greenway). FL-417 is a toll highway, so have an E-Pass, or Sunpass. They also accept cash, but it’s an exact change at the toll booth. Stay in the correct lane based on your payment choice.
As of October 2024, the toll fee is $2.50 for Exit 2 on 417.
If you are coming from the east side of this market, take US 192 (AKA W Irlo Bronson Highway). From there, take 192 and turn left on Celebration Avenue to Sycamore.
Here is a Google Maps link where you can plug in your address in the “Choose Starting Point” location and it will give you the precise directions.
Using public transportation
Kissimmee’s public transportation is the GoLynx bus service. They service the Orlando/Winterpark/Kissimmee/St. Cloud Area.
If you noticed that I didn’t include Celebration, you are very observant! Two buses come very close to Celebration, but not close enough.
The first and closest bus is Bus #56. For those on the eastbound 56 bus, exit at the Celebration Ave and Blake St Stop. Those on the westbound 56 bus, exit it at Celebration Ave and Celebration Place stop.
Once you exit your stop, walk westbound on Celebration Avenue, until you reach Sycamore St where you will turn left. The walk will be about 24 minutes and longer depending on your speed and the weather.
The second bus is Bus #55 which is a little further. Those on the eastbound 55 bus, exit at the US 192 (W. Irlo Bronson Hwy) and Celebration Place Bus stop. Turn around towards Celebration Avenue and make a left on it. Stay on it until you get to Sycamore Street where you will turn left.
Those on the westbound 55 bus, exit at the Irlo Bronson Hwy and Seahorse Circle Stop. Cross Celebration Ave and walk on it until Sycamore Street where you will turn left.
The total walk time for 55 bus takers will be 30 minutes, once again depending on your speed and weather.
As of October 2024, the bus rates are $2 one way. Lynx has a trip planner that shows you how to get to the Market. However, I highly recommend a phone App called the Transit App (For Apple and Android). It will give you door-to-door directions.
Other transportations
Uber and Lyft also serve this area, but they can be pricey. For Florida residents of Orange County and surrounding counties with disabilities, you can apply for AccessLynx. If approved, they also provide door-to-door service at very low rates ($4-$7).
🧭 Directions tip: This local farmers market is accessible by car from anywhere as it is close to I-4. There is limited public transportation which includes a ton of walking. Share rides are available but expensive.
How to get a booth at Celebration Farmers Market
I have discovered that anyone can have a booth at this market. I encourage you to apply for a vendor booth and sell your wares there. You will have a lot of fun and meet amazing vendors like yourself.
As of October 2024, these booths go for $40 for a 10×10 sized booth.
To get a booth, apply for it on their website.
My takeaways
Every vendor I talked to was very passionate about their wares. They grew, made, and crafted them with so much love! They pour their souls into these products.
I was so impressed by their hard work and diligence. The products I sampled and bought are of the highest quality.
Combined with good vendors and breathtaking scenery, this farmers market is one of a kind!
You can bet I will be visiting often.
Two downsides to this market
I have just 2 small gripes with this place.
The first one is that there were no produce vendors. I was looking for Kale, carrots, tomatoes, and other veggies. However, on this visit, I didn’t encounter any produce vendors. This was a big disappointment for me because I am all about eating freshly grown produce.
I was told that the produce vendors show up occasionally, but there is no way of knowing when they will be there.
The other small gripe was that it was expensive! I understand that they have great products, hence the prices. Being a small business myself, I completely understand pricing your worth. However, it’s still a little expensive. The five things I bought cost me about $50. So, keep that in mind when you go there.
Some vendors in this market
There are about 50 (maybe a little more) vendors at this location. I wish I could talk to each one and get their stories. Some were busy and some didn’t permit me to mention them on my blog.
Here are some vendors I chatted with and they gave me permission to take photos and talk about their small businesses.
Homegrown Acres – Old Town, FL
They have several flavors of jams, jellies, pickles, salsas, and so much more. They are made using ingredients they grow on their farm.
I bought their mulberry flavor because I had never tried it before. It turned out so sweet and delicious. I am planning a recipe around it, so stay tuned. The prices range from $6 to $11.
Check out their Facebook Page for more product information and ordering.
Dato Brothers Hot Sauce
This was one of the most colorful vendors I met. He was a lovely person and completely contradictory to the spicy sauces he sells.
He had two hot sauces out for people to try: “Red Ant Inferno” and “Touching The Sun.” He claimed that Touching the Sun was the spiciest sauce.
Well, I am Indian, so you have to wake up very early in the morning to fool my taste buds. I loved both sauces, but neither was spicy enough to make me scream for every milk drop in the world.
I bought the Touching The Sun sauce and finished the bottle within a week because it was that good! I used it on my broccoli rice casserole and on my tofu scramble. I highly, highly recommend it.
Check out their Facebook page where they are very active.
Plant Rana Wellness Microgreens
I know I am not supposed to have favorites, but….
I was blown away by Plant Rana’s microgreens stall. They have microgreens of sunflowers, broccoli, mustard greens, and so much more. These microgreens have been grown on their farm in organic soil using organic seeds.
The vendor proudly sent me a photo of their farm and he wanted me to show it to you all too. Look at how cool their farm is! I am told they have so many of these metal shelves.
Someday, I would love to tour their farm and hopefully, they will show me all their secrets!
If you want to grow your own microgreens at home, they sell kits at the farmers market. It has all the details, taking all the guesswork out of the process.
Enjoy the microgreens at home in many recipes or eat it right out of the package. They have so many, many health benefits which they outline on signs near the stall.
Their prices can seem on the higher side, but you will see that they are totally worth it. They deliver their products to certain areas in Florida, so check out their website for more information.
I bought their mixed microgreens variety and it was so good. I refrigerated it when I got home and it lasted me 2 weeks. I am sure it would have lasted longer but I ate them up quickly.
I put them in my tomato sandwich and a variety of salads.
Contact Plant Rana on their Instagram and Facebook pages.
House of Jerks
So, you must be wondering why I am promoting a jerky stall at the farmers market. Hear me out.
Along with meat jerky, he also sells vegan jerky. He makes amazing jerky flavors from mushrooms. Try the Teriyaki flavor and the zesty Thai flavors.
This jerky can be used in so many recipes like vegan fried rice, Instant Pot quinoa soup, or vegan barbacoa.
For more information on their products, go to House of Jerks’ website and you can follow them on Instagram too.
Friends Product
Grape leaves are a personal weakness of mine. I used to frequent a restaurant in Astoria, Queens where they used to sell homemade stuffed grape leaves. They taught me their techniques so well, that even after some twenty years, I still remember how to stuff them.
So, I was super delighted to see Friends Product sell homemade stuffed grape leaves. Now, I regret buying just one package of it because they were so good.
Unfortunately, I polished off the whole box in less than 2 days so I can’t tell you if they will last a long time in the refrigerator. Next time, I am going to try to buy more and experiment with how long it will last.
Their Tabouli was also delicious and tasted authentic. I served it for lunch along with the grape leaves and it was a Mediterranean feast!
They also make their own hummus with a variety of flavors. They even have a few that are made with olive oil only. I did buy 2 but I forgot to write it down, lol. But, they were very good and both tasted so fresh.
I put the stuffed grape leaves into my kale salad which made the salad taste even better.
P/S: have you tried my take on tabouli which I made using Amaranth grain?
Connect with Friends Product on Instagram and see when they are coming to a Farmer’s Market Near You.
Lady T Lemonade
Did I mention that it’s SUPER HOT in Florida? Even if I did, it bears repeating. It’s SUPER HOT in Florida!
So, what do you do to stay cool? You could get one of those weird neck fans but that doesn’t help the rest of your body stay cool!
Then you pass by Lady T Lemonade and you know that lemonade is exactly what you need! And, you are in luck because her lemonades are legendary!
First, let’s talk about the lemonade itself. It’s made with locally sourced lemons which she gets from Winter Park farms. The lemonade is the perfect blend of sweetness and tang. Just one sip of her very berry lemonade and I could feel my whole body start cooling down.
Second, it’s the pouch that makes her lemonade “travelable”. Is that a word?
The pouch is lightweight and has a handle too! So, carry it around the market and you will feel cool in more ways than one. She also has a hole for a straw.
The best is that the pouch is reusable. I put my beet lemonade or my watermelon lassi in the pouch and take it to the pool or for a picnic by the lake.
If I had to choose a second favorite at the market, Lady T Lemonade would be it!
Lady T Lemonade is easily found on Instagram, so go give her a like and see how you can get your hands on her delicious lemonade.
Troy Bakery Baklava
Are you planning a trip to Turkey just so you can taste their baklava? Well, now you don’t have to! Turkey comes to you via Troy Bakery!
They import their baklava from Turkey and it’s as fresh as the day it was made! It isn’t overly sweet or sugary, nor is it dripping with oils and syrups. Their baklava has the perfect textures and flavors!
Trust me, once you taste their baklava, your tastebuds will never like the flavors of any other baklava. You will never forget its exotic flavors.
Troy Bakery is on Instagram where you can get information on how to order them.
Simply Savory Dip
Aren’t you tired of serving ranch or queso dips? Isn’t it time you start serving unique and delicious dips at your game day parties?!
Simply Savory Dip is here to rescue your boring old routine. He has so many wonderful flavors of dips, rubs, and seasonings. Not only will he liven up your football parties, but he will also make dinnertime and grill time more interesting.
Just look at the dips he has at the market! And, he lets you sample them, so you can decide which flavor to take home.
And, here are even more dips to try! I highly recommend their Tuscan Garlic.
You can buy one package of these dip mixes, but chances are you are going to like so many of them. Luckily, he has deals for when you buy in bulk.
You have to try their “Taste of Sicily” and “Bruschetta” flavors. Make great dips and rubs using these flavors. They are even perfect for flavoring pasta pomodoro and pizza flavors.
He sells them in these well-packaged pouches, so you can take them home without spilling any. Along with vegan and vegetarian dips, he also has a few seafood and meat flavors.
Other food vendors at this location sell caramel, fudge, roasted nuts, candy, cookies, and sourdough bread sellers.
Contact them via their Simply Savory Website to place orders and learn more about their process.
Living Art Arium
This is your warning to move past this section if you are on the squeamish!
Of course you won’t scroll past it, because you are my kind of reader and curious about all living things! That also includes the Venus fly trap.
Yes, you read that correctly! Now, you can have your very own Venus fly trap bug garden. This is not a plastic fly trap, it’s the real deal! I know because I asked her.
Sheila Reid is behind these cute bug gardens and live art pieces. I am so glad I ran into her stand and was very impressed by her collection. I am not doing her stall justice in these pics, you have to see for yourself.
Follow Sheila’s Living Art Arium on Instagram for even more creative live art ideas.
A few more images of the marketplace
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