Amelie CameronWant to score the freshest products from Toronto’s finest farmers? Then a trip to the farmers’ market is called for!
Visiting these hubs will give you a taste of what the capital has to offer in terms of its local agricultural cultural scene. The problem is, with the abundance of these markets out there, it’s hard to know where to begin your search—that’s where we come in!
We’ve handpicked some of our favourite farmers’ markets in Toronto and highlighted the things you can expect when visiting each one. Also, we included their respective addresses, websites and other essential info to help you learn more about them.
- Deeply Rooted Farmers' Market
- Afro Caribbean Farmers' Market
- St. Lawrence Farmers’ Market
- Trinity Bellwoods Farmers’ Market
- Farmers’ Market at Evergreen Brick Works
- Sorauren Farmers’ Market
- Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers’ Market
- Withrow Park Farmers’ Market
- Courtyard Farmers’ Market
- Underpass Park Farmers' Market
Deeply Rooted Farmers’ Market
Website: https://www.deeplyrootedmarket.ca
Address: 455 Cosburn Ave., East York, ON M4J 2N2, Canada
Contact details: +1 647-200-3517
Operating hours: Every Sunday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Come Sunday afternoon, one of the best places to visit in East York is Deeply Rooted Farmers’ Market. It isn’t just any market either, as it’s the first Black and Indigenous farmers’ market in the entire capital—pretty cool, right?
Overall, it’s a great place to check out culturally diverse dishes and ingredients that aren’t usually found in typical markets. One perfect example of this is java coffee, which is an artisan type of this all-time favourite caffeinated drink.
Aside from these kinds of products, however, you’ll still find the usual fresh vegetables and fruits that have been sourced locally from Torontonians!
| Pro tip: The market is only open for a couple of months so be sure to check their website beforehand so that your visit doesn’t go to waste! |
Afro Caribbean Farmers’ Market
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Website: https://afrocaribbeanfarmersmarket.com
Address: 1531 Eglinton Ave W, York, ON M6E 2G8, Canada
Contact details: [email protected]
Operating hours: Every Sunday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Afro Caribbean Farmers’ Market is a lively market that oozes with a rich culture that will fully immerse you after a full day of shopping. On any normal day, this space is a normal parking lot but come September, it transforms into one of the most vibrant markets you’ll find in Toronto!
If you want to support the local farmers in the area, this is the best market to visit. It’s filled to the brim with friendly vendors that offer their freshly grown products for only a fraction of the price of what you’d usually spend in a grocery store.
It’s also wise to visit this market on an empty stomach, as you’ll be treated to a myriad of delicious Caribbean dishes like Jamaican Patty—yum!
| Pro tip: Don’t miss out on sampling some of the market’s fresh bread! These pair perfectly with the different artisanal sauces that are being offered by various vendors. |
St. Lawrence Farmers’ Market
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Website: http://www.stlawrencemarket.com
Address: 955 Toronto, ON M5E 1C3, Canada
Contact details: +1 416-392-7219
Operating hours: Every Saturday from 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Aside from being one of the most famous indoor markets in Toronto, St. Lawrence also features an outdoor farmers’ market that’s frequented by tourists and locals alike. It’s not hard to see why too, as it acts as the central hub for all things fresh from the surrounding provinces of Toronto.
Consider this your one-stop-shop for all your grocery needs for the week, as you’ll find everything from fresh fruits to vegetables, meat and anything in between.
It’s also a market that almost all Torontonians are familiar with, as it’s been around since 1803—a must-visit attraction indeed!
| Pro tip: Be sure to arrive here bright and early if you don’t want to encounter dense crowds. This will also allow you to buy some of the freshest bunch out of every selection found in the stalls here. |
Trinity Bellwoods Farmers’ Market
Website: https://www.tbfm.ca
Address: 241-257 Shaw St, Toronto, ON M6J 2W7, Canada
Contact details: +1 289-439-7111
Operating hours: Every Tuesday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
If you’re looking for shopping and scenic views rolled into one, we recommend checking out Trinity Bellwoods Farmers’ Market. Here, each stall is located under tents to provide shade to the vendors as well as the paying customers.
You won’t have to worry too much about being exposed to the sun, however, as the market features towering trees where you can take shade. Also, these lush trees add to the overall scenery of the market—win-win!
As for the products themselves, you can expect to see the freshest crops from the famous Aldergrove Farms. Aside from that, you can also find products like bottles of wine/cedar, fish and more!
| Pro tip: You can visit this market rain or shine so as a safety precaution, bring an umbrella to protect yourself from the rain/heat. If you want a more efficient way of shopping, you can bring your bicycle and ride through the stalls in style. Just be sure not to lean them on the stalls, as they’re not as stable as you think. |
Farmers’ Market at Evergreen Brick Works
Website: https://www.evergreen.ca/evergreen-brick-work/activities/saturday-farmers-market/
Address: 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M4W 3X8, Canada
Contact details: +1 416-596-7670
Operating hours: Saturday: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Every Saturday, you’ll notice a crowd building up at Evergreen Brick Works and it’s all because of the Farmers’ Market! It’s here where people get their weekly stock of the best and freshest produce in all of Toronto, whether it be vegetables, fruits, meat or anything in between.
What we love about this place is that it’s a farmers’ market through and through, as each stall you’ll find here is headed by real farmers. This means that you’ll be getting your goods straight from the source and you’ll get to support these hardworking people at the same time!
Aside from that, it’s open all year round so you won’t have to worry about missing out on your necessities for the week.
| Pro tip: If you want to see one of the best views that Toronto has to offer, we recommend checking out the Governor’s Bridge Lookout. It’s a short walk away and it’s a great spot to chill and admire Toronto’s skyline. If you want to experience a more magical experience in the market, we recommend visiting during winter. During this time, an outdoor skating rink that everyone is welcome to enjoy! |
Sorauren Farmers’ Market
Website: https://www.soraurenmarket.com
Address: 50 Wabash Ave, Toronto, ON M6R 1N2, Canada
Contact details: +1 416-533-6363
Operating hours: Every Monday from 3:00 to 7:00 PM
One of the best ways to start the work week in Toronto is by stopping by Sorauren Farmers’ Market. It’s sure to cure your Monday blues as soon as you get a whiff of the fresh ingredients and homemade dishes that it has on its shelves.
Whether you’re looking for fresh green leafy veggies or juicy fruits, you can expect to find them here! Aside from that, you’ll also spot some high-quality artisanal goodies while browsing the shelves like sauces, spreads and coffee.
It’s also one of the liveliest markets out there, featuring live bands jamming to some of your favourite tunes by the side of the street.
| Pro tip: If you like the community that’s showcased in this market, feel free to donate on their website to help support their events throughout the year. |
Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers’ Market
Website: https://www.dufferingrovemarket.ca
Address: 875 Dufferin St, Toronto, ON M6H 3K8, Canada
Contact details: [email protected]
Operating hours: Every Thursday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Originally founded in 2002, Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest of its kind in Toronto. It’s not surprising to see it still standing today, as it’s the go-to destination for Torontonians and tourists alike when it comes to shopping for fresh ingredients.
You’ll often find people restocking their pantry by going to this market, as it’s lined with vendors that sell anything from vegetables and fruits to meats, fish and more. Usually, you’d want to buy stuff that’ll last you for the entire week, as the market only opens every Thursday.
Also, it’s worth noting that Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers’ Market is one of the most beautiful markets in the entire capital! It’s because it’s located in a breathtaking park that provides its visitors with a neat view of both lush greenery and the Toronto skyline.
| Pro tip: If you’re visiting around lunchtime, you can save money by packing your food and setting up a picnic at the park instead of dining at one of the nearby restaurants. This way, you’ll get to enjoy immaculate views while you’re eating your homemade dishes. |
Withrow Park Farmers’ Market
Website: https://withrowmarket.ca
Address: 725 Logan Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 3B9, Canada
Contact details: +1 647-852-9275
Operating hours: Every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ever since 2006, Withrow Park Farmers’ Market has been a beloved hub/community by its residents because of its amazing organic products. These products have been sourced from locals who love growing and harvesting these fresh ingredients and you can see it first-hand!
Out of all the farmers’ markets in Toronto, this is probably the easiest one to participate in if you’re planning on becoming a vendor. It’s not too strict to the point where anyone, whether a professional farmer or someone who just has a backyard garden, can enter.
| Pro tip: Make sure to explore Withrow Park in all its glory while you’re here! The market alone doesn’t give justice to the beautiful sights that this park has to offer. |
Courtyard Farmers’ Market
Website: https://www.courtyardfarmersmkt.ca
Address: 1725 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M4L 2A9, Canada
Contact details: +1 647-835-4064
Operating hours: Every Wednesday from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Courtyard Farmers’ Market is the premier place to be if you want to see Toronto’s diversity in full display. It’s a nice place where you can see a community of local artisans and entrepreneurs supporting each others’ services and products.
This is also one of the few farmers’ markets we saw that offers online deliveries! So if you can’t make it there in person, you can order anything you like on their website from the comfort of your home—pretty amazing, right?
| Pro tip: They’re only open from June to October so be sure to check their website before visiting to make sure that your visit doesn’t go to waste. |
Underpass Park Farmers’ Market
Website: https://underpassparkmarket.com
Address: 29 Lower River Street, Toronto, ON M5A 1M6, Canada
Contact details: +1 647-923-4371
Operating hours Every Thursday from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM
It may not seem like the ideal place to buy fresh produce, but don’t be fooled! The Underpass Park Farmers’ Market is one of the best places to get fresh fruits and vegetables.
In fact, it’s a great market because you can go shopping rain or shine thanks to the shade provided by the underpass.
Location and gimmick aside, however, this is still a solid farmers’ market to visit, as it features local entrepreneurs who are worth supporting. Aside from the usual fresh produce, these Torontonians sell stuff like coffee, hot sauce and even homemade dishes!
| Pro tip: If you have dogs at home, make sure to bring them along! The market is pet-friendly, and you can also score some great deals on dog food while you’re here. |
