Hello goblins!!! We here at Goblin Market have been proud to see an insane amount of support from our local goblins- local meaning all of Florida!- and we’re so grateful for it!!! We see such a diversity of goblins coming in costume, with pets, with friends, and with mobility aids! We know that events like ours (that happen in random parking lots) aren't always friendly to those using mobility aids. Between speed bumps, curbs, and potholes, they can quickly become a challenge to navigate!
It became apparent to us very quickly that the accessibility of our September market wasn’t quite up to our standards… especially for those using mobility aids. We strive to keep our event easy to access to all who hope to attend, whether they’re coming with a wagon or wheelchair, a stroller or walker, a cane or a service dog. The walking paths at our last market were compromised and did not meet our standards. We want to apologize and guarantee that it won’t be happening again!
Part of the motivation to move Goblin Market to the Oviedo Mall is to ensure that wide walkways and accessible parking, for ALL goblins, will be guaranteed each and every market day! Not only will Oviedo Mall be offering us PLENTY of parking, and the ability to keep >15ft walkways, we’re also partnering with disabled members of the hoard to ensure our event remains accessible to all our goblins!
These improvements include:
An Accessibility Booth!
Right across from the trading tent, you can find our new disability goblins, ready to give you our new easy access map, earplugs, and water, answer your questions, and equip you with a blue wristband for the day!
Easy Access Wristband!
Grab a blue wristband for the day to help signal to our artists, chefs, and goblin kings that you might need a little extra help! Maybe you need to have a cup of water, have a path cleared for your service dog, or to get vendors to speak a little louder for you!
An Accessibility Goblin!
Well, two goblins! If you have any questions about accessibility, fill out our Google Form found on our website (below) and Linktree for assistance! Our folks will get back to you ASAP with answers to your questions and additional information about accessibility at our market! Right across from the trading tent, you can find our new disability goblins, ready to give you our new easy access map, earplugs, and water, answer your questions, and equip you with a blue wristband for the day!
New Accessibility Map!
In addition to our plain map, we’ll have a new, ADVANCED map with all kinds of highlights to make our market more accessible! Grab a copy from the access booth, take a picture of the large copy, or scan the QR code to pull it up on your phone! Find highlights for potential bottlenecks, curb cuts, grass areas for service animals, dietary accommodations, accessible bathrooms, accessible parking, potential loud or smelly points, shady spots, stage ramp access, priority stage seating, and more!
Check back here close to our market date and find both maps linked as PDF's or stop by our Info & Accessibility Booths day of to take photos or get a hard copy!
Additional Disabled Parking Spaces!
As previously mentioned, not only will this space have enough parking for HUNDREDS of goblins, we’ll also be creating a BUNCH of easy access parking right next to the event! This is our first time being able to do this, so we’re excited to have wheelchair ramp parking and nearby disability parking RIGHT next to the event footprint!
After Event Survey with New Accessibility Questions!
We’ve had our attendee survey for a minute, but now we’ve worked with our accessibility goblin to add more questions to help us create a welcoming space, identify potential problems, and correct them before they’re an issue! Check our Insta story, website homepage, and Linktree for the link! Or ya know, you can click below!