The City is calling on new farmers and producers to apply for a space at the 2024 St. Catharines Farmers Market.
Every spring, the market expands to include outdoor spaces from May to October, welcoming back farmers for the main harvest season. Periodically on Saturdays throughout the summer, the outdoor market also features local musicians, plus an interactive community engagement table with free and fun experiences for all ages.
“We really want to focus on building the sustainability of our agricultural sector by bringing on more local farmers and producers this year,” said Community and Market Coordinator Deanna Chakarova. “One of the best features of the market is the interaction customers have with vendors who grow and produce their own products. We have some incredible farmers and vendors in our community who offer high-quality locally made products, and we would love to see them join our market community.”
Farmers Market vendors and producers can apply for a market stall at stcatharines.ca/VendorApplication anytime before March 4 to receive priority screening.
More details on the market, including a list of existing vendors, rules and regulations, selection criteria and market stall rental rates can be found at stcatharines.ca/FarmersMarket.
The St. Catharines Farmers Market is open on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., from February through December. The Market extends outside on Saturdays, from mid-May to mid-Oct.