Seminole County Farmers Market Guide: Weekly Markets Across Seven Cities

Seminole County residents have regular opportunities to buy fresh produce, prepared foods and handmade goods close to home through weekly and seasonal farmers markets across seven cities. These markets support small producers, anchor weekend foot traffic for downtowns and parks, and provide a predictable spot for families to shop and connect with vendors.

Downtown Sanford’s long-running Saturday market remains a mid-morning destination for locally grown produce, small-batch foods, artisans and occasional live music. Lake Mary’s Central Park market typically operates on weekend mornings and features baked goods, crafts and family-friendly activities that draw neighborhood shoppers. Altamonte Springs offers a market near Cranes Roost Park and Uptown Altamonte that can run on weekdays or weekends depending on the season - useful for residents who prefer a weekday stop.

Winter Springs stages pop-up markets at Central Winds Park tied to city events, while Oviedo times seasonal markets and vendor fairs at Center Lake Park to coincide with holidays and community festivals. Casselberry hosts smaller vendor markets and arts-and-crafts pop-ups at the Casselberry Arts Center and city parks on selected weekends. Longwood is served by community markets and park-based events that provide similar access to local growers and makers.

Markets vary by season, vendor availability and weather; many operate year-round but with smaller vendor lists in winter. That variability affects both supply - notably which vegetables and fruits are available - and the local microeconomy. For small producers and craft vendors, market days are an important revenue stream and a low-overhead way to test new products. For shoppers, markets are a timely source of seasonal ingredients and an alternative to supermarket chains.

Practical matters matter: bring a reusable bag, and carry some cash - many vendors accept cards but smaller sellers may not. Arrive early for the widest selection of peak produce. For large orders, CSA shares or vendor inquiries, contact the market manager through the market’s official listing on the city parks and recreation pages or the market’s Facebook or Instagram pages; the local chamber of commerce also posts event calendars and vendor applications.

For Seminole County households, these markets are more than weekend errands - they are local economic circuits that keep spending close to home, support farm-to-table activity, and help maintain lively public spaces. Verify day, time and vendor lists before you go, then plan a visit to sample seasonal offerings and support neighborhood sellers as markets shift through the year.