Over 350 local makers join Shopapalooza Festival every year. | Photo by @shopapalooza_festival
Get ready to shop till you drop at one of St. Pete’s largest vendor festivals. Running for the last thirteen years, Shopapalooza Festival is hosted at Vinoy Park (701 Bayshore Dr. NE.) in Downtown St. Pete.
🎪 Event information
This free event celebrates all things local, from food vendors to artisanal makers. Over 350 small businesses pitch their tents to showcase their best work and products for TBAY residents to shop in time for the holidays.
If you love some good retail therapy, this year’s event hosted by LocalShops1 takes place on Saturday, Nov. 26, and Sunday, Nov. 27, from 10a.m. to 5p.m. In addition to featuring local vendors, Shopapalooza is cohosted by the City of St. Petersburg.
🛍️ Fun activities
In addition to your one-stop-shop experience, this family-friendly festival will have things to see and enjoy for your whole gang. From free live entertainment + kids zones to raffles and giveaways — like a $500 shopping spree. You won’t want to miss all the fun.
🥤 Vendors
Whether you’re looking for handcrafted accessories or new tie-dye, check out the festival’s list of 350+ vendors stationed at Vinoy Park on both days.
Here are just a few foodie vendors we’re excited to see.
Smoken Words | Thursday, Nov. 24 | 9 p.m. | Whiskey North, 11921 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa | $7-$500 | What’s not to love about an open mic night with music, poetry, comedy, whiskey, and wings?
Friday, Nov. 25
Zoltan Kaszas | Friday, Nov. 25 | 8 p.m. | Side Splitters Comedy Club, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa | $22.25 | Discover why this comic has over 100 million views across social media.
Saturday, Nov. 26
Midtown Tampa Sunshine Market | Saturday, Nov. 26 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Sal Y Mar, 3650 Midtown Dr., Tampa | Free | Shop with more than 40 local makers, including producers of local agriculture, baked goods, art, and jewelry.
The Shape of Dreams | Friday, Nov. 25-Sunday, Nov. 27 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | The Dali Museum, 1 Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg | $29 | Explore 500 years of dream-inspired paintings from the 16th to the 20th century.
Sunday, Nov. 27
Holiday Lights Immersive Experience | Sunday, Nov. 27 | 12-7:30 p.m. | Fairgrounds St. Pete, 800 28th St. S., St. Petersburg | $22-$32 | Experience a sparkling spectacle of immersive art and whimsical lights.
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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