Lakeland farmers markets

Last checked Oct. 9, 2026. Sources: the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority’s Farmers Curb Market page and SNAP page, the USDA SNAP retailer locator data and LkldNow.

Lakeland’s main farmers market is downtown on Saturday mornings. The Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market fills North Kentucky Avenue with produce, plants, baked goods and handmade goods every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., September through May. It reopened for the season on Sept. 5.

Who to call

• Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (runs the Curb Market): downtownlkld.com
• Market updates by text: text CURB to 863-999-0030
• City Hall: 863-834-6000

Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market

Started in 2004, the market sells local, handmade and homegrown goods: produce, plants, artisan gifts, pastries, breads and specialty foods, the LDDA says. Live music plays most Saturdays; the LDDA’s rules require performers to play an instrument, as background for shopping, not a concert. The market has launched several downtown businesses over the years, LkldNow has reported.

Parking: free all day on weekends in city-owned lots, garages and street spaces. The LDDA recommends the Oak Street lot at Oak Street and Kentucky Avenue, the Main Street garage (entrance on Main Street) and the Heritage Plaza garage.

Weather: the market is outdoors and has been canceled for high wind, heavy rain and severe storms. Text CURB to 863-999-0030 to get notices.

SNAP and Fresh Access Bucks

The Curb Market is listed as an authorized SNAP retailer in the USDA’s retailer data, so EBT cards can be used there. Its Fresh Access Bucks matching program is paused; the LDDA posts a customer FAQ on its SNAP page.

Other markets in and around Lakeland

• Heritage Harvest Market, north Lakeland: a monthly Sunday market, founded in 2025, at the Kathleen Area Historical Society Heritage Park, 8950 N. Campbell Road, with vendors, food and family activities. Its October market on Oct. 4 had more than 65 vendors and a pumpkin patch, with free parking and entry, LkldNow reported. Dates are posted at heritageharvestmarket.com.
• Market at the Ballpark: the LDDA has twice brought Curb Market vendors to Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium during Lakeland Flying Tigers games, in May and August 2026. A game ticket was required. Watch the LDDA’s calendar for the next one.
• Plant Pop-Ups in Munn Park: the LDDA’s plant sales downtown; the next is 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10.
• Night Markets: three times a year, in February, October and December, the LDDA fills Kentucky Avenue with 175 or more artisan, craft, food and drink vendors in the evening. The fall market is Saturday, Oct. 24, from 5 to 9 p.m., and the holiday market Saturday, Dec. 12.

What this means for you

• Go early on Saturday for the best produce; the market closes at 2 p.m.
• Bring your EBT card; the Curb Market takes SNAP.
• Plan around August, when the market takes its summer break.

Related: things to do this month, parks and trails and getting around Lakeland.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Lakeland farmers market?

The Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market is open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday from September through May, and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in June and July. It is closed in August.

Where is the Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market?

On North Kentucky Avenue downtown, from Lemon Street north to Oak Street. The closest parking is the Oak Street lot, the Main Street garage and the Heritage Plaza garage.

Does the Lakeland farmers market take SNAP or EBT?

Yes. The Downtown Farmers Curb Market is an authorized SNAP retailer in USDA records. The market says its Fresh Access Bucks matching program is paused.

Is parking free at the Lakeland farmers market?

Yes. City-owned lots, garages and street spaces downtown are free all day on weekends, the Lakeland Downtown Development Authority says.