2023 East End Farmers’ Markets
You can get your farmers’ market fix almost any day of the week in and around Toronto-Danforth and the East End during the summer.
Here’s a list to get you started (updated for the 2023 season).
Saturdays
Withrow Park Farmers’ Market
What? — A community-led market with a focus on sustainability, supporting local organic farmers and food producers since 2006.
When? — Saturdays, 9am to 1pm, June to mid-October
Where? — Withrow Park, 725 Logan Ave.
Evergreen’s Saturday Farmers Market
What? — Established in 2007 in the transformed brick works, this well-known market operates outdoors from May to October and indoors from November to April. There are a wide variety of farmers, producers, and buskers offering local and seasonal food and entertainment. Evergreen also offers weekly food and fun at their Summer Wednesdays from June to August.
When? — Saturdays, 9am to 1pm, Year-round
Where? — Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Ave.
Don’t forget about the free shuttle bus service from Broadview Station.
Sundays
Leslieville Farmers’ Market
What? — A popular socially and environmentally responsible market offering a variety of food, drinks, and fun.
When? — Sundays, 9am to 2pm, May 14th to October 29th
Where? — Greenwood Park, 150 Greenwood Ave.
Deeply Rooted Farmers’ Market
What? — Toronto’s first and only Black & Indigenous farmers market
When? — Sundays, 9am to 2pm, May 29th to October 15th
Where? — Dieppe Park, 455 Cosburn Ave.
Tuesdays
East York Farmers’ Market
What? — An outdoor weekday market offering fresh produce and food.
When? — Tuesdays, 8am to 2pm, May 16th to the last Tuesday in October
Where? — East York Community Centre, 850 Coxwell Ave.
Cabbagetown Farmers’ Market
What? — A Riverdale Urban Farming Inc. project which endeavors to strengthen the relationship between local residents and those who produce, prepare, and promote local, sustainable food products.
When? — Tuesdays, 3pm to 7pm, May 16th to October
Where? — Riverdale Park West, 191 Winchester St.
Wednesdays
Courtyard Farmers’ Market
What? — Actually in our neighbouring riding, Beaches-East York, this market has local farmers and unique artisans and promotes community, fun, and wellness.
When? — Wednesdays, 3:30pm to 7:30pm, June 14th to October 11th
Where? — Fairmount Park, 1725 Gerrard St. E.
Thursdays
East Lynne Farmers’ Market
What? — Also in Beaches-East York, this market deserves a mention. It features fresh produce, food, craft beer, flowers, live music, and kids’ activities.
When? — Thursdays, 3pm to 7pm, June to October
Where? — East Lynne Park, 1949 Danforth Ave.
Underpass Park Farmers’ Market
What? — This Corktown market has a variety of vendors of produce, food, drinks, and flowers.
When? — Thursdays, 4pm to 7:30pm, May to October
Where? — Underpass Park, 29 Lower River St.
Have we missed one? Which one is your favourite? Let us know!
| — TorDan Greens Team on 2023 Jun 5 in Ecology & sustainability, Fun |
