milk mart is an art & food festival working to platform florida's cultural scene.

Over our nearly ten years of events, Milk Mart has hosted thousands of artists, chefs, makers, and small businesses, and welcomed tens of thousands of guests to its quarterly street party. Our mission is not only to give small and local creators a place to showcase their work to the public, but to give the public an accessible, free community event where they can discover and be a part of the culture of their city.

show up for your community!

Shopping small impacts the community in a big way. Choosing to spend your dollar with a local businesses dictates and encourages the spaces around us; it's up to all of us to show them they're wanted, and give them the encouragement and business they need to thrive. Support the kind of place you want to live in; when we show up for our local scene, we create the culture for ourselves and others!

meet the moo crew

The infamous, the fearless, the incredible Moo Crew! Best known by vendors as the stellar team that keeps the wheels moving day-of, and by guests as the magic behind the scenes, we'd like to give you a chance to get to know them a bit better.

Ashley

Director of Milk Mart

she/her

Writer of emails, coordinator of tasks, and walkie-talkie talking head, Ashley does a little bit of everything. Milk Mart is her most cherished project, a way to connect the community with real people, real artists, and real creatives, doing real things. Noting beats the IRL experience.

First Milk Mart : Birthday Bash, 2017

Dorsa

Pot-head (ceramics), Big Baker (cookies), Most Likely to Ask if You’ve Been Drinking Water Today

she/they

I'm 5'1" but I’ve got six foot energy. I can drop in on a 14ft ramp on roller skates. :-)

First Milk Mart : Skate of Emergency, 2022

BoofE

Tattoo & Photography Sorcerer

she/her

Bronx Mami living in the swamp • I’m a multifaceted creatress doing things that bring me joy daily. 💫

First Milk Mart : Lazy Lovers, 2022

Justin

"Most Sideward Kegs Rolled Across Bumby" Guinness World Record Holder

I like writing, acid bass, and huggin' my friends, and I can eat a whole 8 pack of hotdogs without crying.

First Milk Mart : Holiday Milk Mart, 2022

Abby

Person Asking to Pet Your Dog

she/her

Certified sweetie & lover. Big fan of my regal cinemas pass & a dive bar pool table. Can’t ride a bike. Can do a cartwheel. Currently on my way to pick up sweet treat. Once flew in the Subway submarine sandwich blimp!

First Milk Mart : Lazy Lovers, 2024

Kayla

Photographer + #1 Fan of Dogs & Cats at Milk Mart

she/they

I've been a full-time photographer since I was 16 and I actually have never had another job until recently, now dabbling in doing wedding florals. ⸜(。˃ ᵕ ˂ )⸝♡‍

First Milk Mart : Birthday Bash, 2024

Catherine

Mental and Relational Health Advocate, Educator, & Counselor

she/her

Catherine is mental health counselor at her private practice and runs her nonprofit, Real Life Education, to improve mental and relational health in the community. She loves nature and animals, which is why she volunteers at the Orange County Animal Shelter and serves on the Families, Parks, and Recreation Board for the City of Orlando. She hiked Half Dome in Yosemite, and is passionate about making sure event goers and vendors are having a good time while also learning about and support our amazing small business scene!

First Milk Mart : Spooky Soirée, 2024

Maryann

Self Proclaimed Lot Marking Champion

Growing up in Orlando has provided me many opportunities to shop small, and with my parents always pushing me to volunteer at farmers markets and other local events, it lead me to Milk Mart!

First Milk Mart : Florida Coffee Festival, 2024

Ren

Professional Raccoon Wrangler

they/them

I'm a New York transplant (sorry) and I've been living in Orlando since 2022 with my partner and cat. My first Sunday after moving here was spent at Milk Mart, and I haven't missed one since! I love animals, books, the Muppets, and collecting trinkets.

First Milk Mart : Holiday Milk Mart, 2024

Sharky

Videographer & Sea Shell Enthusiast

Videographer and media creation generalist. Grows his own food in a permaculture food forest. Owns his own bounce house. Has performed on Broadway. Doesn't drink coffee. Loves butterflies. Protector of sharks.

Holiday Milk Mart, 2024

Kylie

Sound Guy

she/her

I love the movie pitch perfect 2, and ice cream, and I would beat bobby flay.

First Milk Mart : Lazy Lovers, 2025