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Discover Local Shopping at the Downtown St. Cloud Monthly Market
The Downtown St. Cloud Monthly Market is an event that locals and visitors look forward to every fourth Wednesday of the month.
Born out of the minds of local business owners to create a safe and vibrant nightlife, the Downtown St. Cloud Monthly Market is a sight to see, just on the other side of Kissimmee. The entire downtown is roped off for blocks, making room for hundreds of vendors where you can shop local Florida goods. The string lights hanging above the block of New York Avenue help show off the small-town ambiance.
The Downtown St. Cloud Monthly Market takes place on the last Wednesday of every month, featuring a variety of makers, young and old. Each month, the market is themed around a particular holiday. For example, June and July’s market highlights all the young entrepreneurs of Downtown St. Cloud while the kids are out of school! During the market, the brick-and-mortar shops will stay open late, where you can also check out handmade crafts and delicious food.
Locals love the sense of community that the market fosters. The idea started with an event deemed a “Sip-N-Stroll” where attendees could go shop to shop sipping on different drinks. Then, at the end, someone said, “So, when is the next one?” After that, collectively, the Downtown Business Group Opens in new window grew the market into the largest monthly event the town has ever seen in just a few short months. This event brings together people of all ages and backgrounds, providing a fun and welcoming atmosphere where your family can connect with one another.
The vendors at the Downtown St. Cloud Monthly Market sell a variety of handmade goods. Many of the vendors are local artisans who offer one-of-a-kind creations that you won't find anywhere else. From handcrafted jewelry to custom clothing to unique plants, there's a little bit of something for everyone in your family at the Monthly Market. One of the local shops even started as a vendor and now has a storefront right on New York Avenue in front of his spot, where you can check out more of the market vendors’ items inside their shops!
Another great reason to visit the Downtown St. Cloud Monthly Market is the food. Whether you're in the mood for something sweet or savory, there are plenty of options to choose from. Whether you're craving a stacked sub from 10th Street Produce, a mac attack waffle taco from Loading Gastrobrunch, a Chicken Salad Salad from Chimentos, or arepas, taquenos, or guacamole (yes, an entire vendor dedicated to this divine dish), you'll find something to satisfy your appetite at the Downtown St. Cloud Monthly Market.
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