A trend has taken over the Greater Tampa Bay market scene: brewery markets. From Lakeland to Sarasota and every brew pub in between, beer lovers everywhere are getting the opportunity to sip and shop. This includes us here in sunny St. Pete. With no shortage of breweries throughout the ‘Burg, local lovers can cheers over hops while makers hustle their goods.
Mastry’s Brewing Co. is not only a craft brewery and tasting room on St. Pete Beach, but it’s also host to a monthly market known as the Saturday Extravaganza. Mastry’s has been putting on the market for well over a year now, providing guests a shopping experience with around 10 to 15 vendors on site. The event occurs every 3rd Saturday of the month. Expect a food truck, DJ and vacation vibrations with beach inspired libations.
Omni Pop-Up Market is fresh on the maker scene. Their grand opening event was held at Flying Boat Brewing Co. here in St. Petersburg earlier this summer. The managing market group, Tampa Bay Event Co., pairs up with breweries around the Tampa Bay area on a rotating basis. Visitors can enjoy anywhere from 25 to 35 local vendors, a food truck and live music at each market.
If you can’t get enough of mixing handcrafters with craft beers, you’re in luck. Brewery markets can be found around nearly every bend in the road, or over every bridge in our case. Indie Flea St. Pete will be back at Green Bench Brewing Co. later this fall, returning on the 1st Saturday every month beginning in October. For those looking to explore the rest of the beer, and buys, the Bay has to offer check out other brewery markets in surrounding areas including: The Night Market at Coppertail Brewing Co., The Market At 81Bay Brewing Co. hosted at 81Bay Brewing Company, and First Friday Sunset Market at Brew Bus Brewing.
Raise a glass to our local talent at these upcoming events:
Saturday Extravaganza: Mastry’s Brewing Co., 7701 Blind Pass Rd, September 15th and October 20th
Omni Pop-Up Market: Flying Boat Brewing Co., 1776 11th Ave N, October 20th
Market Mafia is a resource connecting residents and visitors throughout Greater Tampa Bay with local handcraft markets. To find local happenings and #HitTheMarket, visit www.MarketMafia.com.
