Meet Florida Meat:  returns to Mount Dora Spring 2027

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DATE:  2 DAYS: SPRING 2027 - TBD

ADDRESS:   

    26216 CR-448A, Mount Dora, FL 32757

HOURS: 

10AM - 4PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY

ADMISSION:      TBD - (KIDS 0-3 FREE)

WE WELCOME LEASHED PETS, MOBILITY SCOOTERS, AND COOLERS

DONT FORGET SUNSCREEN, SUNGLASSES, & A NOTEBOOK 

CASH IS PREFERRED, CARDS ARE WELCOMED

PROTEINS  |  PRODUCE | PANTRY GOODS | PLANTS & MORE! 

Where would you like to start? 

Just Checking 
Things Out?

Curious, but not ready to fill the freezer? Come meet Florida farmers and ranchers, learn how buying local works - no half-cow commitment required. 

See What It's All About

First Time & 
Ready to Buy?

Never bought goods directly from a farm before? Start here for the basics. We'll walk you through how it works, what to expect, what to bring 

& how to shop. 

How It Works

Been Here
 Before?

Welcome back! Whether its your 2nd MFM or your 6th, skip the basics & get straight to the meat of it all, Spring 2027 dates, preorders, & event details. 

2027 Event Details

I'd Like To Get Involved

Ready to become a volunteer, vendor, sponsor or promoter of Meet Florida Meat? 

Let's  Work Together

First Time at Meet Florida Meat? 

Buying directly from a farmer is easier than you think: 

You dont need to know your cuts, own a chest freezer, or have done this before. Meet Florida Meat was built to make buying directly from Florida producers approachable. 

Decide What You Need

Shopping for this week or filling the freezer? Vendors offer everything from individual cuts to bulk orders & shares. 

Browse & Preorder

Check out participating farms before the event. Watch our Facebook event page for preorder info to reserve exactly what you want. 

Meet The Producer

Ask questions. Seriously, that's the whole point. Learn how they raise their animals, what they offer, and how to buy from them again later. 

Keep It Cold

A rolling cooler or insulated bag makes shopping easy.  Product is frozen unless fresh is  preordered. Bulk ice sold on site. 

Do I have to preorder? 

No- but if you have your heart set on a particular farm, cut or product, we strongly recommend it. Vendors bring as much as they can, but demand is high, and some do sell out by the end of the day Saturday. 

 

Because inventory is flexible due to other market commitments, we may not get preorder info from some farms and ranches until the week before the event. You can absolutely shop without preordering, but we recommend arriving early for best selection. 

 

We're also arranging for a special group of vendors to bring fresh inventory on Sunday, so day 2 will have plenty worth driving for. 

How much should I expect to spend? 

Everyone's budget and freezer space is different.  If you've never had the chance to explore the pricing effects of the meat/grocery bid market & commodity subsidies, you might have a little sticker shock, especially when you consider there's no middle man.

 

Farm-direct pricing varies by producer, product and quantity, and some specialty items may cost more than their grocery-shelf counterparts. Larger orders often lower the price per pound, so consider splitting an order with trusted friends or family. 

 

Setting aside $20 each week between mid-September and the event could give you nearly $500 to shop with. 

 

For more info on why grocery prices are so different than farm direct, click here. 

What if I have no idea what to buy? 

That's totally fine, this event was built to help you learn.

 

 Start with a budget and a few foods you know your family already eats. 

 

Then ask vendors about sampler boxes, smaller packages and beginner friendly options. 

 

You do not need to arrive knowing the difference between every cut, our producers are happy to help. 

What if I don't have a huge freezer? 

You can buy just a single steak, there's no minimum purchase. 

 

Start small, split a larger order with smeone you trust, or ask vendors about future pickup and recurring orders options.   

 

If you do decide to invest in a freezer, consider a freezer alarm with an app that you can check on your phone. 
 

How do I pay? 

All operations prefer cash. Almost all will accept cards, some may require an additional processing fee. 

 

To reduce processing and wait times you may be asked to scan a QR code with a smartphone, there's info about how that works here ->: How To Use A QR Code

Local food curious? 

No half-cow commitment is required: 

Come Look Around

No shopping list needed. 

Walk the event, see whats available, and meet the people producing Florida's food. 

Try Something

Grab a hot meal and a cold beverage. 

Discover the huge variety of products we offer, and take home whatever catches your eye. 

Find Your Farm

The best part isn't necesarily what you buy that day. Our vendors are happy to take your call in the weeks and months after Meet Florida Meat as well. 

Is it just meats? 

It's called Meet Florida Meat, because buying a half cow isn't exactly on the "Florida: 101" brochure. But there's tons more to explore! Come for the intro to farm-direct meats, stay for everything that Florida's farmers & ranchers bring to the table.

Raised or Wild-Caught in FL: 

Beef, pork, lamb

Chicken, turkey, duck, quail, eggs

Alligator, seafood, shellfish

Pet food and treats

Pantry & Handmade Goods

Seasonings, spices, oils, vingears, rubs, dips, honey

Fruit trees, edible plants, veggie starts, seeds, herbal remedies, soil amendments

Baked goods, fudge, kettle corn, pork skins, cotton candy

Aprons & handmade goods, tallow, apothecary, teas

Farm Fun, Food & Beverage

Farm-sourced & locally owned food trucks, and the Great Scott Cafe

Coffee, frozen drinks, dirty sodas & adult beverages

The Great Scott Market

Do I have to buy anything? 

Nope! Bring a notepad and your walking shoes. (Might want to bring a reusable grocery bag just in case, our farmers are pretty irresistible.) 

What if I get hungry? 

We are definitely the event for you. We offer several types of food trucks, cold and hot beverages depending on the weather, snacks, desserts, baked goods, and of course the Great Scott Cafe  is open for your air-conditioned dining needs. 

Can I bring my kids? 

We would be sad if you didn't. Meet Florida Meat is a great way to experience grocery shopping at its peak. Our farmers and ranchers love to connect with the next generation to show them how important growing food is. There's also a wide range of kids activities: farm tours, gem mining, the Super Slide, the jumping pillow, the giant play castle, swings, and even strawberry picking (available seasonally)! We also consider the kiddos when planning our food truck assortment. Bring em! 

Where can I stay if I want to attend both days? 

Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce Lodging List

AirBnBs In Mount Dora 

Area Hotel Info - Google Travel

RV & Campgrounds - HipCamp

Welcome back - We never doubted you

Here's what you need for 2027:

DATE

TBD: We're finding just the right weekend in a very busy Spring of 2027. Stay tuned! 

 

Make sure you sign up for emails. 

LOCATION

Great Scott Farms
Mount Dora, Florida

ADMISSION

TBD

Per Person Admission in 2027 

 

Kids 0-3 are Still Free!

HOURS

SAT: 10-4
SUN: 10-4

What do I need to know for 2027?

DAT   2 DAYS: SPRING 2027 - TBD

ADDRESS:  26216 CR-448A, Mount Dora, FL 32757

HOURS:  10AM - 4PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY

ADMISSION:  TBD - (KIDS 0-3 FREE)

WE WELCOME LEASHED PETS, MOBILITY SCOOTERS, AND COOLERS

DONT FORGET SUNSCREEN, SUNGLASSES, & A NOTEBOOK 

CASH IS PREFERRED, CARDS ARE WELCOMED

Can I buy tickets yet? 

We love the initiative, but not yet. Link from the host farm will be made available ASAP. 

Will my favorite vendors be back? 

2026 Vendor Recap 

Click On The Name to Contact Your Favorite Farmers 

15 Olives
The American Dips
American Daughters of Conservation - FL
Arbuckle Cattle
Barb’s Creations
Barking Blondes Bakery
Bee Good Honey
Bountiful Beef, LLC
Cafe Caboose LLC
CBbees
Cedar Acres KuneKune Farm
Coco’s Sweet Treats
Diana's Lemonade
Double K Farm LLC
Empire Pickle Company
Florida Alligator Processing
Florida Farm Finder
Florida Girls Hunting Club
Funky Pops
Gemini Gems
Harrison Creek Farm LLC
Haw Creek Cattle Company
Horny Hounds Treat Co
J & L Smoke Pit, LLC
James Ranch
JS2 Cattle & Custom Beef

juniper food truck
kiley's face painting & henna tattoos
ladyd's
lil' bit of life
local seas fisheries
mama's whoopie pies
margist market
artistic memorable designs
momma g farms
noble roots farm
plantsages
posty's marinade
practically pretty
quincey cattle beef
red acre farm
rosalia court soaps
sassy's sea market
sheri's sourdough n'such
soulshine in a jar
southern sol
southern biophilliac urban farm
stellar gamebirds, poultry, waterfowl llc
sunset pastures
the florida homesteader
the little green oasis
pigeon pea project
the wildflower ranch
twin mommy creations
whimsy market
wilhelm flock and field

Is it still 2 days and rain or shine? 

Absolutely. A lil' rain is way better to shop in than 900 degrees in the blinding sun. However, if we get warnings of extreme weather: (significant lightning, tornados, flooding, a comet, etc) we may consider rescheduling, but you would hear about it on our Facebook page first and then posted here on the website and via email soon after. 

Any big changes from last year? 

Not yet, except we've made the vendor areas bigger. Just like last year.  ...And the year before..... and the year before! We keep expanding and y'all keep filling it right back up. Thank you! 

Looking to Get Involved? 

2027 Sponsor and Vendor Info

DATE

TBD: We're finding just the right weekend in a very busy Spring of 2027. Stay tuned! 

 

Make sure you sign up for emails. 

LOCATION

Great Scott Farms
Mount Dora, Florida

ADMISSION

TBD

Per Person Admission in 2027 

 

Kids 0-3 are Still Free!

HOURS

SAT: 10-4
SUN: 10-4

Event Information: 

DAT   2 DAYS: SPRING 2027 - TBD

ADDRESS:  26216 CR-448A, Mount Dora, FL 32757

HOURS:  10AM - 4PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY

2026 Event brought 3000 People Who Spent More Than 128K over 2 Days in Mount Dora

WE WELCOME LEASHED PETS, MOBILITY SCOOTERS, AND COOLERS

DONT FORGET SUNSCREEN, SUNGLASSES, & A NOTEBOOK 

CASH IS PREFERRED, CARDS ARE WELCOMED

New Vendor Info & Application

Looking to join our vendor group? 

Complete our 2027 New Vendor Application to let us know you want to be part of the festivities this Spring! 

 

Once a final weekend date has been selected we will outreach to all "pre-applied" vendors to make them aware. Due to demand we expect to begin confirming Non-Protein New Vendors in December 2026 & January 2027. 


Please note that we prioritize farm-fresh proteins, and currently we have a waiting list for honey, freeze dried goods, and tallow products. 

APPLY FOR 2027

Sponsor Info Sign Up

Sponsors Wanted

Looking to be featured during our Spring 2027 Meet Florida Meat event? 

 

Our supporting businesses helps make this massive event possible. In return, we help more Florida families discover who you are, what you offer and how to shop with you. 

 

We have 4 brand tiers available, from $100-$1000. 

 

Click the button below to complete an interest form and we will get back to you ASAP. 

Become an Event Sponsor

What if I can't wait for Spring?  

Can't wait for Spring? 

Ready to shop right now? Scroll down to our 2026 Vendor Recap, vVisit our Founder's Directory for a variety of farm-direct foods, or ask our giant farm-friendly community on Facebook. 

Join the Facebook Group