Arts & Culture

Vacation Rentals Near Mayfaire by-the-Lake Art Festival

On Lake Morton in downtown Lakeland, walkable from downtown and Lake Hollingsworth rentals.

About Mayfaire by-the-Lake Art Festival

Mayfaire by-the-Lake is a free two-day fine-art festival presented by the Polk Museum of Art on the shores of Lake Morton in downtown Lakeland. Launched in 1971 as a small crafts fair, it has grown into one of Central Florida's largest and oldest outdoor art festivals, featuring more than 150 juried artist booths of painters, photographers, jewelers and clay artists, plus food and live entertainment. Held every Mother's Day weekend, it's a beloved local tradition. Booking a downtown or Lake Hollingsworth vacation rental lets you walk to the lakeside festival and skip the parking hassle.

Highlights

Free admission, held annually on Mother's Day weekendMore than 150 juried artist booths along Lake MortonPresented by the Polk Museum of Art since 1971Ranked among Sunshine Artist Magazine's '200 Best Art Shows'

Visitor Tips

→Go early on Saturday for the best selection before popular booths sell out.
→The festival runs roughly 9 AM-4 PM both days; bring sun protection and water for the open lakeside grounds.
→Combine it with a walk around Lake Morton to see the resident swans.