What to Know Before You Go: Wellen Park’s Markets

Market days in Downtown Wellen are pure magic — music in the air mingles with the buzz of neighbors and visitors gathering to shop, sip, and stroll. From the laid-back charm of the Fresh Harvest Farmers Market to the lively energy of the Wellen Park Night Market, each brings its own vibe.

Whether you’re starting your Sunday with just-picked produce at the farmers market or ending the day with shopping and live music at the night market, there’s no better way to soak up the Wellen Park lifestyle! Keep reading to see what makes each market unmissable.

When & Where: Wellen Park Market Schedules

Start your Sundays slow and sunny at the Fresh Harvest Farmers Market, open every week from 9 am to 1 pm in Downtown Wellen. With a long row of fresh produce vendors, baked goods, and local finds, it’s the kind of morning where you sip coffee by the lake, sway to live music, and stroll the Downtown streets.

Then, when the second Thursday of each month rolls around, the atmosphere shifts as the Wellen Park Night Market takes over from 6 pm to 9 pm. Local artisans roll in, the sun dips, and the air hums with music and laughter. It’s the perfect evening escape — still in the heart of Downtown Wellen, but with a whole new rhythm.

Sunday Mornings at The Fresh Harvest Farmers Market

At the Fresh Harvest Farmers Market, food comes first — and fresher. Every Sunday morning, Downtown Wellen turns into a treasure trove of local flavor, where farmers and makers from across the region bring their best to the table.

Grab fresh-caught fish and creamy dips from Florida’s Freshest Fish, enjoy nutrient-packed greens from Micro Blend, or stock up on tallow, milk, and meat from the family-run JKS Ranch. You’ll also find seasonal fruits and vegetables that taste like they were harvested just for you, and local honey from Earth’s Complete that captures the essence of Sarasota in every spoonful.

Whether you’re grocery shopping with purpose or discovering something totally new, the Wellen Park Farmers Market makes Sunday mornings something to savor — local, fresh, and full of life. See all of our farmers market vendors. 

Second Thursdays at The Wellen Park Night Market 

When the sun goes down, the market lights up. The Wellen Park Night Market takes over Downtown Wellen each month — and it has a whole different energy. Think local art, handcrafted jewelry, and funky home goods, from a mix of farmers market favorites and creative makers you haven’t seen before.

With vendors lining the street and live music setting the tone, it’s part shopping, part community hang-out. It’s the kind of night perfect for grabbing your friends, planning a casual date, or just wandering with a drink in hand and letting the creativity surprise you.

More to Explore

The markets are just the beginning! Before or after you shop, treat yourself to brunch, lunch, or dinner at one of Downtown Wellen’s restaurants — with al fresco tables, lake views, and flavors worth savoring. Let the kids cool off at the splash pad, browse local boutiques, or stick around as live music fills the air daily.

Whether you’re loading up on Sunday staples at the Fresh Harvest Farmers Market or soaking up the creative energy of a Wellen Park Night Market, there’s always more to discover — and even more reasons to come back. Check out both, find your favorite vendors, and make the most of everything Wellen Park has to offer!

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