 Key West, FL — The Key West Artisan Market continues its 2025–26 season on Sunday, November 16, from 10 am to 2 pm at Indigenous Park at Higgs Beach with the “Charting the Course” Edition, featuring the Key West Community Sailing Center. This week’s market celebrates life on the water while supporting the organization’s mission to make sailing accessible and affordable for everyone in the Keys.
The Key West Community Sailing Center offers youth instruction, educational programs, and affordable memberships for locals and visitors who want to experience the joy of sailing the island’s clear turquoise waters. Representatives will be onsite to share details about lessons, volunteer opportunities, and ways to help keep this vital community program thriving. Each Sunday, the Key West Artisan Market transforms Indigenous Park into a lively waterfront bazaar where creativity, flavor, and island culture come together. Visitors can browse fine crafts and original art from Florida Keys makers, discover hand-poured candles, tropical apparel, and one-of-a-kind jewelry, and meet the artists who create them. The Market also features local authors, specialty foods, and unique island souvenirs — a perfect blend of shopping and strolling that captures the heart of Key West. Guests can sip Bloody Marys and mimosas from Great Events Catering’s full-service bar or enjoy freshly brewed coffee, pressed juices, and squeezed lemonade. A tempting mix of food trucks and stalls offer eat-here or take-away dishes, from artisan cheese, breads, and seafood to fresh Florida produce and international flavors from the Mediterranean, Argentina, India, and the Caribbean. Keys Yacht Rock Station 93.7 will broadcast live from the market with island tunes, on-air interviews, and community updates throughout the day, along with a live musical performance from a featured local artist. Visitors can also explore the newly remodeled Key West Wildlife Center, located within Indigenous Park, to see firsthand the important work being done to care for the island’s native birds and wildlife. The Key West Artisan Market pairs community causes with a celebration of local creativity and entrepreneurship, giving residents and visitors alike the chance to shop small, eat well, and give back. Each edition highlights a different nonprofit partner working to strengthen the island community. Admission and parking are free, and guests are encouraged to bring reusable shopping bags. The Key West Artisan Market takes place select Sundays at Indigenous Park at Higgs Beach, offering a rotating lineup of themes and nonprofit partners throughout the season. For updates and upcoming editions, visit https://www.facebook.com/KWArtisanMarket. For vendor information, email [email protected] or apply online at https://bit.ly/KWAMVENDORS.
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Key West, FL — The Key West Artisan Market continues its 2025–26 season on Sunday, November 2, from 10 am to 2 pm at Indigenous Park at Higgs Beach with the “Keys to the Future” Edition, featuring Take Stock in Children of Monroe County. This week’s market shines a light on education and opportunity, supporting the organization’s mission to break the cycle of poverty through mentoring and scholarships for local students.
Take Stock in Children provides low-income, academically promising students with long-term support and college scholarships, guided by dedicated mentors who help them stay on track from middle school through graduation. Representatives will be onsite throughout the event to share success stories and ways the community can get involved in shaping brighter futures for young people in the Keys. Guests can shop a curated outdoor market featuring fine crafts and art from talented Florida Keys makers, a wide variety of food and libations, local authors, and glorious ocean views. Offerings include artisan cheese, breads, seafood, and fresh Florida produce, plus international flavors from the Mediterranean, Argentina, India, and the Caribbean. Visitors can sip Bloody Marys and mimosas from Great Events Catering’s full-service bar or choose fresh brewed coffee, pressed juices or squeezed lemonade. Keys Yacht Rock Station 93.7 will be broadcasting live from the market, sharing island tunes, local interviews, and community updates throughout the day as well as featuring local musician Mary Spear. Guests can also meet local authors signing books, watch artists at work, and explore the newly remodeled Key West Wildlife Center located within Indigenous Park. The Key West Artisan Market pairs community causes with a celebration of local creativity and entrepreneurship, giving residents and visitors the chance to shop small, eat well, and give back. Each edition highlights a different nonprofit partner working to strengthen the island community. Admission and parking are free, and guests are encouraged to bring reusable shopping bags. The Key West Artisan Market takes place select Sundays at Indigenous Park at Higgs Beach, offering a rotating lineup of themes and nonprofit partners throughout the season. For updates and upcoming editions, visit https://www.facebook.com/KWArtisanMarket. For vendor information, email [email protected] or apply online at https://bit.ly/KWAMVENDORS.  The Key West Artisan Market kicks off its 13th season with the "Welcome to the Party" Fantasy Fest edition Sunday, October 19, 2025, in the parking lot at Sonny Mccoy Indigenous Park, 1801 White Street.
The Key West Artisan Market is a unique open-air bazaar filled with artists, authors, chef-made cuisine, craftspeople, performers and fresh produce representing diversity, creativity, ingenuity and locally made products. Participants must live and also create/curate in the Keys in order to qualify. Each show offers a different theme and features one or more local charities. The 2025/2026 season offers 22 dates between October and April and 4 summer shows. There is also a special Fantasy Market Friday, October 24 from 10 am to 4 pm back on Duval Street after a 5 year hiatus and a huge Black Friday show, November 28 from 10 am to 6 pm at the Truman Waterfront Park. The Key West Artisan Market offers free entry and ample free parking. Guests are encouraged to ride bikes and BYOB (bring your own bags). To become a participant, email [email protected]  Key West, FL — Daily Plan-it is pleased to announce that vendor registration is now open for its signature fall and winter markets and festivals. Local makers, artisans, food vendors, non-profits, and small businesses are invited to secure space at some of Key West’s most anticipated community gatherings.
Highlights of the upcoming season include:
Why Vendors Should Participate Daily Plan-it’s events are beloved community traditions that deliver measurable value to vendors. Each season, as many as 200 different artists, makers, crafters, culinary entrepreneurs, and non-profits showcase their work. Many vendors rely on these events as their primary source of income, while others use them as a critical way to boost seasonal revenue. To maximize vendor success, Daily Plan-it invests heavily in advertising and promotion, supported in part by grants from the Monroe County Tourist Development Council (TDC). This ensures broad exposure across digital, print, radio, and social media platforms, reaching both locals and visitors before they arrive in Key West. Coupled with Daily Plan-it’s long-standing reputation for well-managed, thoughtfully curated events, vendors can trust that each market is designed to attract strong crowds, provide a professional selling environment, and keep visitors engaged. With upwards of a half million attendees each year, vendors benefit from:
“Every purchase made at our markets directly supports a small business,” said Sean Krikorian, Event Organizer with Daily Plan-it. “For vendors, these events are not just about a single sale—they’re about building connections, exposure, and income in a marketplace where the community and visitors actively want to support them.” Vendors are encouraged to register early as space is limited and demand is high. For registration details and requirements, please visit keysartisanmarket.com or contact Daily Plan-it at 305-731-3885.  KEY WEST, FL – While there’s no official Lobster Festival in Key West this year, visitors can still celebrate the start of Florida Keys official lobster season in delicious style. The Key West Artisan Market is proud to be part of this year’s independently organized "Lobster Best" celebration, happening across the island with local restaurants offering prix fixe menus, cooking demonstrations, and other crustacean-inspired experiences.
On Sunday, August 10, from 10 AM to 2 PM, guests are invited to experience the Lobster Best Edition of the Key West Artisan Market at Clarence H. Higgs Memorial Beach, located in the parking lot of Sonny McCoy Indigenous Park (1801 White Street), across from White Street Pier. As one of the weekend’s standout events, the market invites visitors and locals alike to dive into the island’s vibrant food and maker scene during one of the tastiest times of year. Timed just days after the official start of regular lobster season, this special edition of the market will showcase lobster-centric dishes, seafood specialties, and locally crafted items with coastal flair. Food vendors will feature dine-in and take-away options, many with a crustacean twist. Visitors can sip Bloody Marys, mimosas, and a full bar along with smoothies, natural juices, or coffee while exploring the diverse culinary offerings. Beyond the bites, the market brings together dozens of Florida Keys artisans offering handcrafted jewelry, art, crafts, and coastal decor. Shoppers can also stock up on fresh produce, artisan cheeses, baked goods, local honey, cigars, soaps, and more—perfect for taking home a taste of Key West. Guests are encouraged to stroll the market, take a donation-based tour of the Key West Wildlife Center, and explore nearby attractions such as the Higgs Beach Dog Park, West Martello Tower botanical gardens, and scenic White Street Pier—all steps from the Atlantic Ocean. Whether you're a lobster enthusiast or simply looking to enjoy island life like a local, the Key West Artisan Market offers an authentic slice of Keys culture. Free to attend with ample parking. Guests are encouraged to ride bikes and BYOB (bring your own bags) to support sustainable shopping. 🦞 Are you a lobster-loving chef, maker, or small business with a crustacean creation to share? Past participant of Lobster Fest Street Fair? We’re accepting vendors with lobster-themed cuisine, art, crafts, and coastal flair to join us for this special edition of the market. Apply now and be part of the island’s tastiest tradition! To participate, email [email protected] or call 305.731.5780. Free entry, free parking. Pet friendly. BYOB (Bring Your Own Bags). #WhereTheLocalsMeet #SeeAndBeSeen #KWAM #LobsterBest  KEY WEST, FL – Give Dad the gift of a laid-back island morning at the Key West Artisan Market’s Father’s Day Pop-Up Edition on Sunday, June 8 from 10 AM to 2 PM at Clarence H. Higgs Memorial Beach, in the parking lot of Sonny McCoy Indigenous Park (1801 White Street), across from White Street Pier.
This summer market is a great way to celebrate the father figures in your life while supporting local artists, small businesses, and the creative community that makes the Florida Keys so special. From handcrafted gifts to locally made eats, it’s an opportunity to shop small and support independent makers who keep the spirit of Key West alive—even in the off-season. The event features a scaled-down but thoughtfully curated collection of vendors offering original art, tropical home décor, leather goods, candles, body care, and other unique finds perfect for gifting. Shoppers can also grab farm-fresh produce, pastries, snacks, coffee, and refreshing juices from select food and beverage vendors. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the ocean breeze while touring the Key West Wildlife Center, which will be open for free (donation-based) tours throughout the event. The location is pet-friendly and nestled among several popular attractions including Higgs Beach Dog Park, West Martello Tower botanical gardens, and the scenic White Street Pier. Whether you’re treating Dad to a relaxing day or picking up something special for yourself, the Father’s Day Pop-Up Market is a meaningful way to celebrate the season and show your love for local. Free entry, free parking. Guests are encouraged to ride bikes and BYOB (bring your own bags). Mark your calendar for the rest of the Key West Artisan Market summer pop-up series, with upcoming markets on July 6 Independence Key Lime Festival Edition and August 10 Lobster Best Edition—all held from 10 AM to 2 PM at Higgs Beach. #WhereTheLocalsMeet #SeeAndBeSeen #KWAM #FathersDay Email [email protected] to become a vendor or for more information visit https://bit.ly/KWAMSummer2025  KEY WEST, FL – Celebrate the moms in your life with a special day out at the Key West Artisan Market’s Mother’s Day Pop-Up Edition on Sunday, May 11 from 10 AM to 2 PM at Clarence H. Higgs Memorial Beach, in the parking lot of Sonny McCoy Indigenous Park (1801 White Street), across from White Street Pier.
This one-day-only summer market is designed to show appreciation for all the hardworking, nurturing, and inspiring women we call Mom. As a special thank you, all moms will receive a FREE Key West Artisan Market t-shirt or tank top (while supplies last) with any purchase from a market vendor. Simply bring your purchase by the Info Tent and choose your complimentary shirt. This will be a scaled-down version of the usual market throughout the summer, focusing on what matters most—community and thoughtful, locally made gifts. Guests can shop a curated lineup of Florida Keys artisans offering unique jewelry, art, candles, body care, home goods, and tropical-themed crafts. A select group of food vendors will be on hand with fresh produce, pastries, and light bites, along with refreshing juices and coffee. Moms deserve the best—so bring her to the market and let her pick out the perfect gift herself while supporting local makers. Then stop by the Info Tent with your purchase and let her choose a free Artisan Market t-shirt or tank to remember the day. The Key West Wildlife Center will also be open for free (donation-based) tours. The event is pet-friendly and located near Higgs Beach Dog Park, West Martello Tower botanical gardens, and White Street Pier—just steps from the ocean breeze. Mark your calendar for the rest of the Key West Artisan Market summer pop-up series, with upcoming markets on June 8 Father's Day Edition, July 6 Independence Edition, and August 10 Lobster Best Edition —all held from 10 AM to 2 PM at Higgs Beach. Free entry, free parking. Guests are encouraged to ride bikes and BYOB (bring your own bags).  Key West, FL – The Key West Artisan Market wraps up its 2023/2024 season with the Conch Republic Edition on Sunday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Indigenous Park across from Higgs Beach. This final show of the season coincides with the close of Conch Republic Days and celebrates the spirit, independence, and vibrant character that make Cayo Hueso one of a kind.
Guests can explore over 80 local vendors, artists, and growers offering everything from fresh seafood, cheeses, breads, and Florida produce to fine crafts, original art, and jewelry handcrafted in the Florida Keys. Refreshments include Bloody Marys, mimosas, a full bar by Great Events Catering, coffee, fresh juices, and smoothies. Food trucks and stalls offer both dine-in and take-away options. The market is pet-friendly and surrounded by unique local attractions including the Higgs Beach Dog Park, West Martello Tower botanical garden, White Street Pier, and of course, the Atlantic Ocean just steps away. Admission and parking are free. Guests are encouraged to bring reusable bags. Although this is the last regular market of the season, several summer pop-up markets are planned, each with a special theme:
In the meantime, locals and visitors can continue to shop fresh and local every week at the sister market, the Truman Waterfront Farmers Market, held Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. year-round at Truman Waterfront Park. For vendor inquiries or more information, contact Sean at 305.731.5780 or visit the Key West Artisan Market Facebook page.  KEY WEST, FL – The Key West Artisan Market is hopping into spring with its Easter Egg Hunt Edition on Sunday, April 20, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Clarence H. Higgs Memorial Beach, in the parking lot of Sonny McCoy Indigenous Park (1801 White Street), across from White Street Pier. This festive, family-friendly market is held in collaboration with the Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition, an organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of pregnant women, children, and families throughout Monroe County.
A free Easter egg hunt will take place for children 12 and under, with colorful eggs hidden throughout the park. Kids can turn in up to five eggs at the Healthy Start booth in exchange for candy and prizes—a fun and safe way to celebrate the season and support a vital community resource. Adults can enjoy their own treats with a full selection of Bloody Marys, mimosas, coffee, smoothies, natural juices, and cut fruit, alongside a full bar by Great Events Catering. A variety of food trucks and stalls will be serving up both eat-here and take-away meals, perfect for a relaxed Sunday outing. The market features a curated lineup of fine crafts, art, and jewelry from skilled Florida Keys makers, as well as fresh market goods including produce, artisan cheeses, local seafood, honey, baked bread, pastries, cigars, soaps, and more. Shoppers can also explore unique, handmade items ideal for seasonal gifting or personal treasures. Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and enjoy performances by local musicians, take a free (donation-based) tour of the Key West Wildlife Center, and connect with nonprofit partners doing meaningful work in the Keys community. Located steps from the Higgs Beach Dog Park, West Martello Tower botanical gardens, and the scenic Atlantic shoreline, the pet-friendly market offers a vibrant space for connection, creativity, and celebration. The Key West Artisan Market is open every Sunday through April from 10 AM to 2 PM, welcoming locals and visitors alike—by locals, for locals. Free entry and free parking. Guests are encouraged to ride bikes and BYOB (bring your own bags) to support sustainable practices. #WhereTheLocalsMeet #SeeAndBeSeen #KWAM  KEY WEST, FL – The Key West Artisan Market: Ocean Awareness Edition takes place on Sunday, April 13, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Clarence H. Higgs Memorial Beach, in the parking lot of Sonny McCoy Indigenous Park (1801 White Street), right across from White Street Pier. This special edition is dedicated to celebrating and protecting our oceans, with guest participation from the environmental nonprofit Reef Relief.
Founded in 1987, Reef Relief is committed to improving and protecting the coral reef ecosystem through education, research, and outreach. Their team will be onsite to share how we can all become guardians of the sea, offering practical tips for reducing ocean pollution, protecting marine life, and preserving the coral reefs that are so vital to the Florida Keys and the planet. Attendees can learn more about their Coral Camp for Kids, Marine Science programming, and year-round community initiatives that inspire locals and visitors alike to make a difference. Guests can sip on Bloody Marys, mimosas, a full bar, coffee, natural juices, and cut fruit while browsing a vibrant, curated outdoor market featuring fine crafts, art, and jewelry by skilled Florida Keys artisans. Food lovers will enjoy a delicious variety of options from stalls offering eat-here and take-away meals inspired by global cuisines, as well as fresh produce, artisan cheeses, local seafood, honey, baked bread, pastries, cigars, soaps, and much more. Bring a lawn chair and relax to the sounds of talented local musicians, visit the Key West Wildlife Center for free (donation-based) tours, meet authors from the Key West Writer's Guild and support featured nonprofits working to protect our community and natural environment. The pet-friendly market is ideally situated just steps from the Higgs Beach Dog Park, the serene West Martello Tower botanical gardens, and the scenic White Street Pier, with the sparkling Atlantic Ocean right across the street. The Key West Artisan Market is open every Sunday through April from 10 AM to 2 PM, welcoming locals and visitors to celebrate community, creativity, and island living—by locals, for locals. Mark your calendars for the April 20 Easter edition featuring a free easter egg hunt for kids and the April 27 Conch Republic edition. Admission and parking are free. Guests are encouraged to ride bikes and BYOB (bring your own bags) to support sustainability. |
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