A guide to historic downtown Clermont on Lake Minneola: two breweries, the Historic Village, the Sunday farmers market, monthly events and 1,000 free parking spaces.

Last checked Oct. 8, 2026. Sources: the City of Clermont’s historic downtown page, Clermont Main Street and its downtown directory and event calendar. Addresses for downtown businesses are from Main Street’s directory. Clermont Main Street: 352-989-0835.

Historic downtown Clermont is a grid of blocks on the hill above Lake Minneola, centered on Montrose Street and Eighth Street, with the lakefront parks at the bottom of the hill. The city’s pitch is “sip, shop and stroll”: two breweries two blocks apart, restaurants, shops, a historic village museum and a busy calendar of street events run by Clermont Main Street, a volunteer-powered nonprofit.

Know before you go

  • Parking: more than 1,000 free public spaces; parking map (PDF)
  • Every Sunday: farmers market, 752 W. Montrose St., from 9 a.m.
  • First Saturday: Family Food Fest, food trucks and live music
  • Historic Village: 1 to 4 p.m. weekends, free

The blocks

Downtown runs along Montrose Street, Minneola Avenue, DeSoto Street, Osceola Street, West Avenue and Eighth Street. City Hall is at 685 W. Montrose St., beside City Hall Park, where the city lights its Christmas tree. The 8th Street Trailhead, at Eighth Street and Minneola Avenue, joins downtown to the Clermont/Minneola Trail, and Eighth Street runs downhill to Waterfront Park and Lake Minneola. Victory Pointe, the lakefront park and stormwater system, is a short walk east.

Breweries and bars

The city points to downtown’s two breweries, “located just two blocks apart,” with beer made on site, live music, trivia nights, run groups and yoga on the patio:

Main Street’s directory also lists The Roasted Spirit (756 W. Montrose St.), Sud’s Saloon beer and wine bar (793 W. Montrose St.), Mullets Sports Bar (736 W. Montrose St.) and Back 40 Wine Co. (719 West Ave.). More: live music and nightlife in Clermont.

Restaurants and cafes

A sample from Main Street’s directory, with addresses:

Place Address Type
Crafted Steakhouse 801 W. Montrose St. Steakhouse
Cheeser’s Palace Cafe 707 W. Montrose St. Breakfast, waffles, comfort food
Pepe’s Cantina 794 W. Minneola Ave. See website
Corelli’s Pantry 732 W. Montrose St. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m.
Cosa Nostra Italian Deli 798 W. Montrose St. Italian deli
Energy Lab Cafe 528 Eighth St. Coffee, juices, smoothies
Salt Shack 846 W. Osceola St. Seafood, on Lake Minneola
Black Bear Kitchen 756 W. Montrose St., No. 101 See website

Several smaller vendors share an address at The Downtown Exchange, 639 Eighth St., and others at 793 W. Montrose St. See Main Street’s food and drink directory for the full list. Brunch picks are on brunch in Clermont and dinner ideas on date night in Clermont.

The Clermont Historic Village

The Clermont Historic Village, at West Avenue and Osceola Street, is run by the Clermont Historical Society with the city. It holds:

  • The Townsend House, built around 1895 and home of James and Sallie Townsend, the first African American couple to make their home in Clermont; moved to the site in 2002
  • The Kern House, built around 1885 on Montrose Street; moved in 2006
  • The depot, built around 1925 and renovated by the city
  • The original Cooper Memorial Library, built in 1914, moved to the site in 2009
  • A Quonset hut used as a World War II museum

It is open 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, with no charge. School and group tours: Village Manager Roxanne Brown, 352-242-7734. History of the town: history and landmarks.

Events downtown

When Event
Every Sunday, 9 a.m. Downtown Clermont Farmers Market, 752 W. Montrose St.
First Saturday of the month Family Food Fest: food trucks, live music, family activities
Monthly, Friday or Saturday evening Wine Stroll at 20-plus businesses, check-in at 756 W. Montrose St.
Sat. Oct. 31, 2026 Clermont Harvest Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sat. Nov. 21, 2026 Candy Cane Lane, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sat. Nov. 28, 2026 Shop Small Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 4, 2026 Light Up Clermont tree lighting, 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Sat. Dec. 5, 2026 Clermont Christmas Parade, 10 a.m. from Waterfront Park

Main Street also runs the Downtown Cruise, a classic and exotic car show on Montrose Street; the last was Oct. 3, 2026. Seasonal details: Halloween, holiday shopping and Christmas parade and tree lighting.

Clermont Main Street

Clermont Main Street is the nonprofit that promotes the downtown and runs most of its events. It reports 118 net new businesses and 204 net new jobs downtown, and $1,004,455 in public money invested. Contact: 352-989-0835 or Director@ClermontDowntown.com.

Frequently asked questions

Where is historic downtown Clermont?

Downtown Clermont runs along Montrose Street, Minneola Avenue, DeSoto Street, West Avenue and Eighth Street on the hill above Lake Minneola, a few blocks up from Waterfront Park.

Is parking free in downtown Clermont?

Yes. The City of Clermont says it provides more than 1,000 free public parking spaces downtown, shown on its downtown parking map.

When is the Clermont Historic Village open?

The Historic Village at West Avenue and Osceola Street is open 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, with no charge for tours. Group tours: 352-242-7734.

What events happen in downtown Clermont every month?

Clermont Main Street runs the farmers market every Sunday, Family Food Fest on the first Saturday of the month and a monthly Wine Stroll, plus seasonal festivals such as the Harvest Festival and Candy Cane Lane.

How many breweries are in downtown Clermont?

Two, two blocks apart, the city says: Clermont Brewing Company at 750 W. DeSoto St. and Suncreek Brewery at 790 W. Minneola Ave.