Farmers’ Market Guide Simcoe County
May long weekend is regarded by many as the kick off to summer, but it also marks the opening of many Farmers’ Markets in the region. Here’s where you can access the freshest local produce, artisan treats and creations across beautiful Simcoe County this weekend and all season long.
Alliston Farmers’ Market
About: Fresh produce, meat, honey and other food items for sale in downtown Allison.
Location: Corner of Victoria and Mill St.
Hours: Saturdays, 8am-2pm, May long weekend to Thanksgiving
Website: allistonfarmersmarket.ca
Don’t miss: Homemade jams and jellies from So Jam Good.
Barrie Farmers’ Market
About: Established in 1846, Barrie Farmers’ Market is older than Canada itself! Held on the premises of Barrie City Hall, an official Bill protects the City’s right to an acre of land and a Market House for the Barrie Farmers’ Market.
Website: barriefarmersmarket.com
Location: Barrie City Hall, Collier & Mulcaster St, Barrie ON
Hours: Saturdays, 8am-12pm, year-round
Don’t miss: Taste samples from Best Pierogi.
Bradford Farmers’ Market *opens May 28
About: Featuring produce fresh picked from the Holland Marsh and other local farms, locally produced meats, eggs, preserves, honey and baked goods.
Website: bradfordfarmersmarket.blogspot.ca
Location: Bradford Library, 425 Holland St. W
Hours: Saturdays, 8am-1pm, May to October
Don’t miss: Shortbread butter tarts from Sweetannabella Treats.
Burl’s Creek OK Friday Farmers’ Market
About: In collaboration with Southern Georgian Bay Farmers Markets, OK Friday is a true farmer’s market which offers a wide range of farm fresh produce and a variety of ready-to-eat items, alongside local bakeries, artisanal producers, and craft makers.
Website: burlscreek.com/#!okfriday
Location: Burl’s Creek Event Grounds, 180 8th Line South, Oro-Medonte
Hours: Fridays, 2pm-8pm, May long weekend to Thanksgiving
Don’t miss: Shopping with a Horseshoe Valley Brewing Company craft beer in hand.
Creemore Farmers’ Market
About: The market sells a wide variety of seasonal fruit, vegetables, meats and herbs direct from the farmers of Clearview Township. You can also find cheeses, baked goods, preserves, organics and international cuisine.
Website: creemorefarmersmarket.ca
Location: Station on the Green, 10 Caroline St. E
Hours: Saturdays, 9am-1pm, May long weekend to Thanksgiving
Don’t miss: Wholesome pet biscuits from George and Gracie’s Dog and Horse Treats.
Collingwood Downtown Farmers’ Market
About: Featuring produce vendors, local baked goods, crafts, artwork and special events like children’s activities, musicians and demonstrations.
Website: collingwooddowntown.com/farmersmarket
Location: Corner of Second and Pine St.
Hours: Saturdays, 830am-1230pm, May long weekend to Thanksgiving
Don’t miss: Handcrafted Artisan Marshmallows from Marsh Street Sweets.
Innisfil Farmers’ Market *opens June 16
About: Established as an Inspiring Innisfil 2020 Initiative to support local agri-business and provide the residents of Innisfil with a greater opportunity to purchase fresh locally grown foods.
Website: innisfilfarmersmarket.ca
Location: Innisfil Recreation Complex (North Side), 7315 Yonge St.
Hours: Thursdays, 2pm-7pm, June – October
Don’t Miss: The Butter Tart Festival hosted on opening day.
Midland Farmers’ & Artisan’s Market
About: An incredible collection of farmers and vendors who offer traditional and organic produce, fruits, vegetables, jams, herbs, crafted products, meats, baked goods, furniture, jewellery, sauces, honey, maple syrup, bedding plants, garden sculptures, recycled items, ceramics, skin care and so much more!
Website: midlandfarmersmarket.ca
Location: 526 Bay St.
Hours: Sundays, 9am-2pm, May long weekend to Thanksgiving
Don’t Miss: Goodies from Bulbs of Fire, a garlic farm that specializes in hotter, heirloom varieties.
Newmarket Farmers’ Market
About: Farmers, vendors and volunteers create a hive of activity reminiscent of the town’s early years as a new market. Buy farm fresh produce, home-made baking and hand-made crafts.
Location: Newmarket Riverwalk Commons (corner of Doug Duncan and Timothy St.)
Website: newmarketfarmersmarket.com
Hours: Saturdays 8am-1pm, May- October
Don’t Miss: Ella’s Oven: gourmet, wood fired pizza made from fresh farm ingredients.
Orillia Farmers’ Market
About: Up to 70 vendors offering locally grown seasonal fresh produce, baked breads, pies, cakes, cookies and European specialties, honey, maple syrup, fresh flowers, crafts and a wide assortment of prepared foods.
Website: orilliafarmersmarket.on.ca
Location: Orillia City Hall, 50 Andrew St. S
Hours: Saturdays, 730am-1230pm, year-round
Don’t’ miss: Custom chair planters, signage, paintings, painted pottery and more from The Artsy Islander.
Pentanguishene Bayside Market
About: A new waterfront setting for the town’s market, offering fresh Ontario-grown produce, meats, plants, herbs, homemade baked goods, preserves and honey.
Website: penetanguishene.ca/en/discover/community-market
Location: 8 Owen St.
Hours: Saturdays, 9am-1pm, May long weekend to Thanksgiving
Don’t Miss: The chance to shop local along the shores of beautiful Georgian Bay.
Springwater-Elmvale Farmers’ Market
About: Eat fresh, buy local! The market features in-season produce, crafts, gifts, baked goods, maple syrup, honey, fruits and vegetables and more from Springwater and Simcoe County.
Location: Knox building parking lot, 35 Queen St. W, Elmvale
Website: springwater.ca/community/springwater_elmvale_farmers_market
Hours: Fridays, 9am-2pm, year-round
Don’t Miss: Fresh produce from Wye View Farms.
Wasaga Beach Farmers’ Market
About: In its inaugural season, this market will showcase fresh, local, and sustainable foods from the surrounding area and highlight crafts and wares from local artisans.
Location: 136 Main Street
Website: wasagabeachfarmersmarket.com
Hours: Saturdays, 8am-1pm, May long weekend to Thanksgiving
Don’t Miss: Bundles of wood perfect for camping from Thatch Patch Family Farm.
Stayner Music, Market and Park It *opens June 11
About: A unique gathering place to enjoy an evening of festivities including local foods, crafts, music and programs provided by local entrepreneurs, entertainers and educators. The area has a small park for children and a gazebo where live music is played.
Location: Station Park, 7259 Hwy 26
Hours: Thursdays 5pm-830pm, June to August
Website: loveontfood.ca/Events/music-market-and-park-it
Don’t Miss: SCI high school’s greenhouse featuring produce from their food growing program. Proceeds benefit the Clearview-Stayner Food Bank.
Happy May long weekend from everyone at The Faris Team!