New Year, new market. Saturday Morning Shoppe is kicking 2023 off in the way that only they can. This Saturday, January 7, the New Year’s Break Pop-up Shop is taking over the parking lot at The Trop.

In addition to the always-deep roster of local vendors and food trucks, the market is also a perfect opportunity for any last-minute shopping for the spring school semester, or to help find the things you need to get those New Year’s resolutions in motion.

Of course, it’s also a great stop if you just want to eat something tasty and stroll through a market full of 100+ of the area’s best artists, makers, and more. The New Year’s Break Pop-up Shop takes place in Lot 4 of the Tropicana Field parking lot from 12-5 on Saturday, January 7.

And as with all Saturday Morning Shoppe events, the entire experience is family-friendly, complete with bounce houses, kids’ play zones, a children’s market, and much more. In fact, the market is even hosting a “Half Time Backpack Giveaway” as part of the festivities.

Attendance and parking for the event are both free.

Saturday Morning Shoppe provides opportunity for emerging small businesses

Renee Edwards is the brains behind the Saturday Morning Shoppe operation. The goal of the event has always been to create economic development opportunities for emerging businesses through these fast growing monthly markets. Edwards has also founded the Saturday Morning Shoppe Academy to provide business coaching, business etiquette, resources, marketing, and licensure that would allow hobby vendors to grow their business and income.

Using her knowledge and platform, Edwards is able to assist nearly 150 businesses every month by connecting incredible makers and owners to the community they serve. Vendors interested in participating in future Saturday Morning Shoppe events can learn more here.