The Market Culture curates a space for local, small businesses to thrive!
About The Market Culture
At The Market Culture, we believe shopping local should be more than a transaction, it should be an experience.
Founded with a passion for supporting small businesses and strengthening local communities, The Market Culture creates vibrant community markets where entrepreneurs can grow, families can connect, and visitors can discover the incredible talent at our events.
Every event we host is thoughtfully designed to bring people together through shopping, food, live entertainment, and meaningful community experiences. From handmade goods and fresh produce to local artists, boutique retailers, delicious food, and family-friendly activities, our markets celebrate the creativity and dedication of locally owned businesses.
Whether you’re attending one of our monthly events, discovering a new favorite small business, or simply enjoying time with friends and family, we’re grateful to have you as part of our growing community.
Our Story
The Market Culture began with a simple vision: create beautiful, welcoming events where local businesses could thrive and communities could come together.
What started as an idea has grown into two of the Tampa Bay area’s favorite recurring markets, welcoming thousands of visitors and hundreds of local businesses throughout the year.
Every decision we make is guided by one mission—to help small businesses succeed while creating memorable experiences for the communities we serve.
Meet Our Markets
The Market Marie
Named after Cora Marie, Blair’s maternal grandmother, The Market Marie is held every second Saturday at beautiful Coachman Park in downtown Clearwater.
With more than 130 local small businesses, food vendors, fresh produce, live music, and family activities, it has become one of Clearwater’s favorite monthly destinations.
📍 Coachman Park
300 Cleveland Street
Clearwater, FL 33755
The Market Elaine
Named after Dolaura Elaine, Blair’s paternal grandmother, The Market Elaine takes place every first Friday at The Grove in Wesley Chapel.
Featuring 150+ local small businesses, live music, food vendors, family fun, and a lively evening atmosphere, it has become a favorite way for families and friends to spend a Friday night.
📍 The Grove
6013 Wesley Grove Blvd.
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Our Mission
Our mission is simple:
To create exceptional community events that support locally owned businesses, encourage entrepreneurship, and inspire people to shop small.
Every purchase made at one of our markets supports a dream, a family, and a local business working hard to serve our community.
Why We Love Small Business
Behind every booth is a story.
Many of our vendors are pursuing lifelong dreams, creating products by hand, turning hobbies into careers, or building businesses to support their families. We believe those stories deserve to be celebrated.
When you shop local, you’re investing directly in your neighbors and helping create stronger, more connected communities.
Interested in Joining Us?
Whether you’re looking for a fun community event to attend or you’re a local business interested in becoming a vendor, we’d love to welcome you.
Explore our upcoming events, apply to become a vendor, or follow along on social media to see what’s happening next.
Follow The Market Culture
Stay connected with us for upcoming events, vendor spotlights, giveaways, market announcements, behind-the-scenes moments, and community highlights.
Follow us on social media:
- The Market Culture: Company news, event updates all in one place
- The Market Marie: Clearwater market updates, monthly events, and local highlights
- The Market Elaine: Wesley Chapel market updates, vendor features, and Friday night fun
Our Markets Are Powered by Giraffted
Planning an event of your own? Our markets and interactive event maps are created using Giraffted, our event mapping software built to help organizers design layouts, manage vendor placements, and create easier-to-navigate events.