Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to the most frequently asked questions about attending or participating at Shopapalooza Festival.
WHERE/DIRECTIONS/PARKING
Shopapalooza Festival is at Vinoy Park, in downtown St. Petersburg
Address for GPS: 701 Bayshore Dr NE St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Parking/directions, click here
Free trolley from South Core Garage
WHEN
DO I NEED TICKETS?
IS THE EVENT INDOOR OR OUTDOORS?
Shopapalooza Festival takes place outdoors, at the beautiful, waterfront Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg, Florida. The event is rain or shine, We'll have plenty of seating, but feel free to bring a picnic blanket and an umbrella for shade.
WHAT'S THERE TO DO?
Shopapalooza features more than 350 local makers and small businesses, so come get your holiday memories started here! In addition to all the shopping, there are dozens of food trucks and other eating options, craft beers, live entertainment, a kids zone, and soooo much more. Come ready to be WOW'ed! Need a break? Our huge Insta-worthy Glam Lounge will give you a nice place to relax, and plenty of photo opps!
WILL THERE BE FOOD AND DRINKS?
YES, come hungry! A great selection of food will be available for purchase from local restaurants, food trucks and caterers. Main entrees, desserts, snacks, and all your favorite drinks, too. Tons of choices, spread across the park in FOUR outdoors food halls. The beer garden is right in front of the stage. All beer sales benefit local nonprofit Jump for Kids.
WHERE ARE THE BATHROOMS?
Portapotties and wash stations are available at the northern and middle parts of the park, on the west side.
IS THIS EVENT KID/FAMILY-FRIENDLY?
YES, bring the children! We have a spectacular kids area in the works, including crafts, Santa, and lots more.
ARE PETS ALLOWED?
YES, Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcomed. Owners, of course, are responsible for cleaning up after them.
WHO BENEFITS FROM THE EVENT?
LocalShops1 is proud to contribute to local nonprofits throughout the year. Our nonprofit partners for Shopapalooza 2025 are St. Pete Youth Farm and Jump for Kids.
DO YOU NEED VOLUNTEERS?
Absolutely! Details will be announced in early October.
ARE YOU ACCEPTING VENDORS?
Yes, but several categories are already filled. Please contact us for information.
ARE YOU ACCEPTING SPONSORS? DO SPONSORSHIPS GET A SPACE TO SET UP?
Yes and Yes. Please contact us for information.
ARE YOU HIRING ENTERTAINMENT?
Please look here in late winter/early spring to apply for Palooza 2026!
WHAT ARE THE SAFETY GUIDELINES?
LocalShops1 will follow all the CDC, federal, state, county and city recommended guidelines for large events. The safety of our guests, vendors, volunteers and staff is most important.
WHERE/DIRECTIONS/PARKING
Shopapalooza Festival is at Vinoy Park, in downtown St. Petersburg
Address for GPS: 701 Bayshore Dr NE St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Parking/directions, click here
Free trolley from South Core Garage
WHEN
- Festival hours are 10 am to 5 pm Saturday Nov 28 and Sunday Nov 29, 2026
- Vendor setup is Friday, Nov 27 (staggered shifts)
DO I NEED TICKETS?
- NO. Admission is FREE and open to the public, and tickets and advance registration are NOT required.
IS THE EVENT INDOOR OR OUTDOORS?
Shopapalooza Festival takes place outdoors, at the beautiful, waterfront Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg, Florida. The event is rain or shine, We'll have plenty of seating, but feel free to bring a picnic blanket and an umbrella for shade.
WHAT'S THERE TO DO?
Shopapalooza features more than 350 local makers and small businesses, so come get your holiday memories started here! In addition to all the shopping, there are dozens of food trucks and other eating options, craft beers, live entertainment, a kids zone, and soooo much more. Come ready to be WOW'ed! Need a break? Our huge Insta-worthy Glam Lounge will give you a nice place to relax, and plenty of photo opps!
WILL THERE BE FOOD AND DRINKS?
YES, come hungry! A great selection of food will be available for purchase from local restaurants, food trucks and caterers. Main entrees, desserts, snacks, and all your favorite drinks, too. Tons of choices, spread across the park in FOUR outdoors food halls. The beer garden is right in front of the stage. All beer sales benefit local nonprofit Jump for Kids.
WHERE ARE THE BATHROOMS?
Portapotties and wash stations are available at the northern and middle parts of the park, on the west side.
IS THIS EVENT KID/FAMILY-FRIENDLY?
YES, bring the children! We have a spectacular kids area in the works, including crafts, Santa, and lots more.
ARE PETS ALLOWED?
YES, Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcomed. Owners, of course, are responsible for cleaning up after them.
WHO BENEFITS FROM THE EVENT?
LocalShops1 is proud to contribute to local nonprofits throughout the year. Our nonprofit partners for Shopapalooza 2025 are St. Pete Youth Farm and Jump for Kids.
DO YOU NEED VOLUNTEERS?
Absolutely! Details will be announced in early October.
ARE YOU ACCEPTING VENDORS?
Yes, but several categories are already filled. Please contact us for information.
ARE YOU ACCEPTING SPONSORS? DO SPONSORSHIPS GET A SPACE TO SET UP?
Yes and Yes. Please contact us for information.
ARE YOU HIRING ENTERTAINMENT?
Please look here in late winter/early spring to apply for Palooza 2026!
WHAT ARE THE SAFETY GUIDELINES?
LocalShops1 will follow all the CDC, federal, state, county and city recommended guidelines for large events. The safety of our guests, vendors, volunteers and staff is most important.