August is a great time to shop fresh, support local and explore the many farmers’ markets operating across Toronto.

From seasonal fruits and vegetables to baked goods, meats, cheeses, preserves, prepared food and handmade products, these markets bring together local farmers, producers, artisans and community organizations from across the city and surrounding areas.

Here is our list of farmers’ markets you can support across Toronto this August.

Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers’ Market

The Dufferin Grove Market serves as a bridge between local producers and a broad array of consumers within Dufferin and its surrounding communities. Expect lots of fresh produce, food and veggies, baked goods, and dairy.

Location: 875 Dufferin St, Toronto

Dates and Time: Thursdays, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm (Runs through the Summer)

The Stop’s Farmers’ Market

The Stop’s Farmers’ Market provides a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, asparagus, strawberries, broccoli, cucumber, and more from local farmers around the Area!

Location: 601 Christie Street, Toronto.

Dates and Time: Saturdays, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm (May to October)

The Black Creek Community Farm Market

The Black Creek Community Farm Market allows guests to discover a variety of fresh, certified organic produce from their fields and artisanal delights crafted with the bounty of the harvest.

This weekly market isn’t just about food; it’s about fostering community spirit. BCCF invites family and friends to come together, enjoy delicious food, and celebrate the connections that make the Black Creek Community special

Location: Black Creek Community Farm, 4929 Jane St, North York

Dates and Time: Thursdays, 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm (June to November)

Cabbagetown Farmers’ Market

Part of the Riverdale Urban Farming Inc. project, the Cabbagetown Farmers’ Market showcases farmers and producers offering sustainable food products within and in its surrounding communities. The Market is designed to challenge those living in cities to reconnect with their food sources and examine the food choices they make.

Location: 191 Winchester St, Toronto

Dates and Time: Tuesdays, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm (May 12th to October 22nd)

Evergreen Brick Works Saturday Farmers Market

One of the largest Farmers’ Markets in the Toronto Area, Evergreen’s Saturday Farmers Market provides a meeting place for Toronto communities to connect with local Ontario food producers!

Location: Evergreen Brick Works Pavilions, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto

Dates and Time: Saturdays, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm (May to October)

Trinity Bellwoods Farmers’ Market

The Trinity Bellwoods Farmers’ Market provides a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce and goods from local farmers across the Area. Trinity is farmer-focused, favors slow food, not fast food,

Location: 1053 Dundas St. West, Toronto

Dates and Time: Tuesdays, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm (May 5th to October 27th)

The Leslieville Farmers’ Market

The Leslieville Farmers’ Market provides a weekly celebration of local food, community, and sustainable agriculture! Shoppers will find a diverse selection of fresh produce, artisanal goods, small-scale producers, and unique treasures in this fun and sustainable market.

Location: Greenwood Park, Toronto

Dates and Time: Sundays, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (May 10th to October 25th)

East York Farmers’ Market

The East York Farmers’ Market features fresh produce, fruits, cookies, flowers, and more from local farmers and producers in Toronto and outside its surrounding Areas.

Location: 850 Coxwell Avenue (EY Civic Centre), Toronto

Dates and Time: Tuesdays, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm (May 12th to October 27th)

Sorauren Park Farmers Market

The Sorauren Farmers’ Market brings local farmers, producers, artisans, and community groups for delicious local food, live music, and events celebrating our local and sustainable food culture in the Toronto Area. Expect lots of fresh food, produce, and work from vendors.

Location: 50 Wabash Ave, Toronto

Dates and Time: Mondays, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm (Runs till October 26th)

Underpass Park Farmers Market

The Underpass Park Farmer’s Market is a yearly farmer’s market that runs out of Underpass Park in Corktown; this bubbly market features food, beverages, produce, baked goods, cheese, and more from local farmers and producers around the Area!

Location: 29 Lower River Street, Toronto

Dates and Time: Thursdays, 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm (May 14th to October 15th)

North York Farmers’ Market

The North York Farmers’ Market provides the perfect place to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, honey, maple syrup, and flowers. Shoppers will also find a fine selection of delicious breads, pastries, cheeses, cured meats, and much more!

Location: Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto

Dates and Time: Thursdays, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm (May 28th to October 8th)

Withrow Park Farmers’ Market

Managed by residents, the Withrow Park Farmers’ Market brings the community together to support local. This market features fresh produce, food, and fruits from local farmers and food producers, making it easier for shoppers to access fresh and healthy food.

Location: Withrow Park. Riverdale

Dates and Time: Saturdays, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (Runs till October)

Eglinton Way Farmers’ Market

The Eglinton Farmers Market is a community staple weekly event that showcases and supports local farms and businesses. Shoppers can find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh goods, handmade crafts, free kids’ activities, and more!

Location: 125 Burnaby Blvd, Toronto

Dates and Time: Sundays, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm (May 14th to October 22nd)

Afro-Caribbean Farmers Market

Afro-Caribbean Farmers Market features fresh food, produce, and products from black farmers and farms in the Ontario Area. You can also find crafts and products from black-owned businesses at this market.

Location: Fairbank LRT Station, Corner of Eglinton Ave West & Dufferin Street

Dates and Time: Sundays, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm (July 5th to October 4th)

Junction Farmers Market

Hosted at Baird Park, The Junction Farmers Market provides local, sustainably produced fresh food that supports local food growers and producers and promotes access to healthy food for everyone who lives in and around the Junction.

Location: Baird Park, 275 Keele Street, Toronto

Dates and Time: Saturdays, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (May 16th to October 31st)

Scarborough Farmers’ Market

The Scarborough Farmers’ Market brings nutrient-dense, reasonably priced produce, fresh fruits, vegetables, and lifestyle products to the people of Scarborough.

Their vendors consist of family-owned farms, women-led enterprises, and ethno-cultural businesses representing the true diversity and richness of Toronto, the most multicultural city in the world.

Location: 1051 Progress Avenue, Toronto

Dates and Time: Tuesdays, 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm (June 2nd to October 6th)

CourtYard Farmers’ Market

The CourtYard Farmers’ Markets allow guests to shop farm-fresh, locally grown produce and unique artisanal goods in the Scarborough Area.

Location: 1549 Danforth Avenue, Toronto

Dates and Time: Wednesdays, 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm (June 3rd to October 7th)

Annette Village Farmers’ Market

Every Wednesday through the summer season, Annette Village Farmers’ Market will offer fresh Ontario fruits and vegetables, local sustainably raised meats, eggs and butter, Ontario-made preserves, fresh bread and baked goods, VQA wines, cider, and locally crafted beer, deliciously prepared foods, and other artisan delights!

Location: 680 Annette Street, Toronto

Dates and Time: Wednesdays, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm (June 3rd to October 7th)

Downsview Park Farmers Market

Part of the Downsview Park Merchants Market, Downsview Park Farmers Market features the freshest fruits, produce, and vegetables from Ontario farmers in a 10,000 sq. ft. grocery space.

Location: 40 Carl Hall Rd, North York

Dates and Time: Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm (Runs through the Summer)

Weston Village BIA Farmers’ Market

Weston Village BIA Farmers’ Market brings lots of farm-fresh produce, dairy, meats, eggs, and finely prepared foods to Toronto West End.

Location: Weston Common, 34 John St.

Dates and Time: Thursdays, 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm (June 4th to October 29th)

East Lynn Park Farmers Market

East Lynn Park Farmers’ Market is a true farmers’ market showcasing farm food and produce from farmers selling what they grow. There will be live music to listen to while you shop

Location: 1949 Danforth Avenue, Toronto

Dates and Time: Thursdays, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm (June 4th to October 8th)

St Lawrence Farmers Market

St Lawrence Farmers Market is one of the historic markets in Toronto. It is primarily known for its Saturday Farmers’ Market, bringing people from around the province to support producers and artisans.

Location: St. Lawrence Market, 95 Front St E, Toronto

Dates and Time: Saturdays, 5:00 am – 3:00 pm (Year-Round)

Bloor. Borden Farmer’s Market

Hosted by Flemo Farms, Bloor. Borden Farmer’s Market brings fresh, organic, and locally grown fruits and vegetables.

Location: 150 Grenoble Drive, Toronto

Dates and Time: Thursdays, 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm (June 25th to October 15th)

Davisville Market

The Davisville Market brings communities together in the Summer to support rural farmers, local producers, and artisans in their farmers’ markets. Expect lots of fresh food, produce, and unique items from vendors.

Location: June Rowland’s Park, 220 Davisville Ave, Toronto

Dates and Time: Tuesdays, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm (May 12th to October 6th)

HumberBay Shores Farmers’ Market

The HumberBay Shores Farmers’ Market features fresh produce, meat, herbs, cheeses, preserves, and much more from local farmers and producers from Ontario.

Location: 2195 Humber Bay Park W Trail, Etobicoke

Dates and Time: Saturdays, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (May 30th to October 10th)

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