Wellington’s Lakeside Market kicks off the 2025-26 season

The Village of Wellington is kicking off the 2025-26 season of its Lakeside Market at the Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Blvd. [Photo by Village of Wellington]

The Village of Wellington is kicking off the 2025-26 season of its Lakeside Market on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Blvd. The weekly event coincides with the Food Truck & Music Series, bringing a vibrant mix of shopping, dining and entertainment to the community.

The Lakeside Market draws village residents and visitors each Thursday evening. This year’s market features approximately 18 food trucks and more than 40 vendors offering handcrafted goods, produce, artisanal foods, baked treats, sauces, honey, jewelry and other gift items.

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The evening begins with a welcome message from the Wellington Village Council at 6:15 p.m. An Eagles tribute concert by The Long Run will follow at 6:30 p.m., with vendor demonstrations scheduled throughout the evening at 5:05, 7:30 and 7:45 p.m.

The family-friendly event offers green spaces, benches, restrooms and access to the nearby Wellington Community Center and Scott’s Place, a barrier-free playground. The market is pet-friendly, with free admission and parking. Guests are encouraged to bring non-perishable food and new, unopened toys to contribute to Wellington’s annual Holiday Food and Toy Drives, with donation bins available through December 12.

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In addition to the main season launch, Wellington continues its “Pop-Up in the Park” summer market series and encourages residents to check the community calendar for dates and programming.

Admission and parking are free. For more information, visit wellingtonlakesidemarket.com or the village events calendar, www.wellingtonfl.gov.