
Get ready, Punta Gorda… your favorite waterfront shopping weekend just got even better!
Join us Saturday & Sunday, March 21–22 from 10–4 at beautiful Gilchrist Park for ShopFest 2026 — a two-day coastal celebration featuring:
Over 60 amazing boutique & artisan vendors
Gourmet food trucks & artisan treats
Live music with laid-back Florida vibes
Boats on display along the waterfront
Sunshine, breeze, and that “another day in paradise” feeling
Shop one-of-a-kind treasures, grab a bite, stroll the harbor, and check out stunning boats that make you dream about life on the water. Whether you’re a snowbird soaking up the season or a local who loves fresh air and fun weekends — this is your kind of event.
It’s not just a market.
It’s not just a boat showcase.
It’s a full-on waterfront experience.
Bring your friends. Bring your family. Stay awhile.
Because in Punta Gorda… this is what weekends are meant for.
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