Best spring and summer farmers' markets to shop in Metro Vancouver

Mar 26 2025, 10:14 pm

With spring in full swing and warmer weather on the horizon, the return of farmers’ markets in Metro Vancouver will be coming faster than you know.

It doesn’t matter whether you want freshly made meals, BC-grown produce, handmade arts and crafts, or just a bustling atmosphere and lively entertainment, the markets in Metro Vancouver have everything you’re looking for.

Here is our guide to Metro Vancouver farmers’ markets to check out in spring and summer.

Vancouver

Granville Island Public Market

Granville Island Public Market is open year-round and boasts stalls of fresh, colourful produce, homemade products, and tasty eats from the ocean, oven, and field. Grab items to go or order some grub from one of the many established food vendors at this indoor market to enjoy by the water. Make sure to also visit the Net Loft for additional shops and vendors.

When: Open Daily year-round
Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Market), 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Net Loft). Holiday hours may vary.
Where: 1661 and 1650 Duranleau St., Granville Island, Vancouver

Trout Lake Farmers’ Market

Trout Lake Farmers

Trout Lake Farmers’ Market/eatlocal.org

This farmers’ market began back in 1995 and became the cornerstone of the Vancouver Farmers’ Market collective of markets. One of the most popular markets, Trout Lake has food trucks on-site and a variety of vendors selling fresh local produce, locally made goods, and all things food.

When: Every Saturday from April 5 until Oct. 25, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Lakewood Drive and East 13th Ave., Vancouver

Mount Pleasant Farmers’ Market

What: Find fresh groceries, locally sourced produce, as well as artisanal food offerings at the Mount Pleasant Farmers’ Market, held weekly at Dude Chilling Park in Mount Pleasant

When: Every Sunday from May 4 to Oct. 26, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Dude Chilling Park — 2300 Guelph St., Vancouver

False Creek Farmers’ Market

See, taste, and indulge at this bustling weekday market. This market, which takes place at the Concord Community Park by the Telus World of Science, has replaced the former Main Street Farmers’ Market.

When: Every Thursday from June 5 to Oct. 2, 2025
Time: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Olympic Village Square Milton Wong Plaza – 1650 Manitoba St, Vancouver

Kitsilano Farmers’ Market

What: Kitsilano Farmers’ Market takes place on Sundays in the parking lot of the Community Centre and offers a good selection of fresh local produce and gourmet treats to stock up on the week. There are also a number of artisan vendors and food trucks to check out at the market.

When: Every Sunday from May 4 until October 26, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Kitsilano Community Centre — 2690 Larch St., Vancouver

West End Farmers’ Market

West End Farmers

Vancouver Farmers’ Market/Facebook

The West End’s charming, community-minded farmers’ market is open on Saturdays. Grab a coffee, peek at the adjacent community garden, and stock up on a vast array of locally grown foods.

When: Every Saturday from May 3 until Oct. 5, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Comox Street (between Bute and Thurlow), Vancouver

Downtown Farmers’ Market

What: The pedestrian-friendly setting of the šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza) welcomes visitors to check out more than 25 vendors and farmers every Wednesday afternoon. Shop for produce, artisan goods, and more.

When: Every Wednesday from June 4 until December 17, 2025
Time: 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza) – 750 Hornby St., Vancouver (Last four dates will move to South Plaza off Robson Street.)

Riley Park Farmers’ Market – Summer

This large farmers’ market takes place in both winter and summer right by Nat Bailey Stadium. Expect stalls of fresh produce, food trucks, and other local goodies.

When: Every Saturday from April 5 to October 25, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 50 East 30th Ave. and Ontario Street, Vancouver (June 21 footprint shift due to Hillcrest Carnival.)

UBC Farm Farmers’ Markets

What: The Centre for Sustainable Food Systems operates the UBC Farm, providing students, faculty, and staff with the chance to engage with the community and support local farming. Shop for farm-fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, herbs, seeds and more at there three weekly markets:

  • Tuesday Evening Market at the UBC Farm
  • Wednesday Bookstore Market, outside the UBC Bookstore
  • Saturday Multi-vendor UBC Farm Farmers’ Market at the UBC Farm

Saturday’s market also features coffee and food trucks, baked goods, and more.

When: Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from the first week of June until Fall 2025
Time: 4 to 6 p.m. (Tuesday), 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Wednesday), 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Saturday)
Where: UBC Farm – 3461 Ross Dr, Vancouver (Tuesday and Saturday), UBC Bookstore – 6200 University Blvd, Vancouver (Wednesday)

North Vancouver & West Vancouver

Ambleside Farmers Market

Lonsdale Artisan Farmers Market

Artisan Farmers Market/Facebook

What: This popular seasonal Farmers Market takes place in Ambleside Park, at the foot of 13th Street, from May through October. Pick up fresh local food and goods from crafters and food artisans at this West Vancouver gathering spot.

When: Every Sunday from May 4 until Oct. 6, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Ambleside Park – 1000 Argyle Ave. (the end of 13th Street), West Vancouver

North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market

What: North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market (SYNM) is celebrating its 12th anniversary in Lower Lonsdale in 2025. The popular free event takes place every Friday and features a beer garden, live music, market vendors and food trucks.

When: Every Friday from May 16 to Sept. 12, 2025
Time: 3 to 10 p.m.
Where: The Shipyards — 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: Free

New Westminster

New West Farmers Market

What: New West Farmers Market showcases dozens of vendors and food trucks each week. Shop for farm-fresh produce, local artisan items, gourmet prepared foods, and more while enjoying live entertainment.

When: Every Thursday from March 27 until Oct. 30, 2025
Time: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Tipperary Park next to New West City Hall — 315 Queens Ave., New Westminster

Richmond

Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market

Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market

Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market/Facebook

The Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market will be operating on select Sundays in the parking lot of the Steveston Community Centre. The events will feature a mix of stalls, including food vendors, artists, and craftspeople.

When: May 11 and 25, June 1 and 15, July 13 and 27, Aug. 17 and 31, and Sept. 14 and 28, 2025
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Garry Point Park — Southwest corner of Richmond between Chatham and Moncton Street on 7th Avenue, Richmond

Richmond Country Farms

Family-owned and operated for over 40 years, Richmond Country Farms is the farm stand adjacent to Highway 99 off Steveston. Open from spring to just ahead of Christmas, the market has a bounty of fresh local produce and prepared goods.

When: Reopening daily in spring 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: 12900 Steveston Hwy., Richmond

Kwantlen St. Farmers’ Market

What: The market is proud to highlight produce grown by student farmers in Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Sustainable Agriculture and Farm Schools in Richmond and Delta. The students learn ecologically sensitive agriculture practices.

When: Every Tuesday from May 6 until Oct. 28, 2025
Time:
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Minoru Plaza in front of Richmond Library and Cultural Centre – 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond

Athiana Acres Farm Markets

Athenia Acres Farm Markets

Athiana Acres Farm Markets (Nina LaFlamme Photography/Submitted)

Athiana Acres is a 30-acre regenerative farm that offers a variety of freshly harvested products from June through November each year. Pick up fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers throughout the seasons, and come back each month for its Community Markets with a variety of local businesses and restaurants.

When: Every Sunday from June 1 to Oct. 26, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 12800 No. 2 Rd., Richmond

Richmond Night Market 2025

Richmond Night Market

Richmond Night Market/ Facebook

When: The Richmond Night Market is gearing up to officially open for its 2025 season on Friday, April 25. This highly anticipated event is the largest night market in North America.

This year is extra special because it marks the 25th anniversary of the market, and there will be some special offers for visitors to celebrate. One of these special offers is the return of its popular Summer Happy Hour with special food and drink deals that are all under $10.

When: April 25 through Oct. 13, 2025; The night market will be open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays
Where: 8351 River Rd., Richmond

Burnaby

Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market

What: Launched in June 2008, this open-air market offers visitors an assortment of food and craft stalls to peruse. Shop for fresh fruits and veggies as well as artisan goods while you listen to live entertainers.

When: Every Saturday from May 10 until Oct. 18, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: North Parking Lot of Burnaby City Hall — 4949 Canada Way at Deer Lake Parkway, Burnaby

Brentwood Farmers’ Market

What: Head to The Amazing Brentwood every Sunday to shop for farm-fresh produce, artisan crafts, baked goods and more. The event happens right on Brentwood Boulevard and also features live music to enjoy while you explore the vendors.

When: Every Sunday from June 15 to Sept. 14, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Brentwood Boulevard off Halifax Way at The Amazing Brentwood

Delta

Southlands Tsawwassen Farmers Market

What: This Delta farmers market features local produce, sweet treats, blooms, bevvies, artisans, live music, food trucks and more. There will also be themed celebrations on select dates throughout the season.

When: Every other Saturday from May 24 until Nov. 8, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Market Square, Southlands – 6313 Market Ave., Delta

Ladner Village Market

Ladner Village Market

Ladner Village Market/Facebook

What: The Ladner Village Market takes over the heart of Ladner Village on select Sundays in the summertime. Head down to enjoy live music, tons of vendors, and much to see and taste.

When: June 8 and 22; July 6 and 20; August 10 and 24; Sept. 7 and 21, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 5028 48th Ave. (between Delta and Elliott Streets) in Ladner Village, Delta

North Delta Farmers Market

What: The City of Delta and The Collective Markets are teaming up for a “Make It, Bake It, Grow It” style market at the North Delta Recreation Centre. Shoppers will discover dozens of vendors offering fresh local produce, handcrafted goods, tasty food, and more in a lively atmosphere.

When: May 31, June 14 and 28, July 12 and 26, Aug. 9 and 23, Sept. 6 and 20, Oct. 4, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: North Delta Recreation Centre — 11415 84 Ave., Delta

Surrey and White Rock

Surrey Urban Farmers’ Market

What: Located just steps away from the Surrey Central SkyTrain station and bus loop, Surrey Urban Farmers’ Market is a vibrant gathering place that aims to promote small-scale farmers, food producers, and artisans.

When: Every Saturday from June 7 until Oct. 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Royal Kwantlen Park at the corner of 104th Street and Old Yale Road, Surrey

Clayton Community Farmers’ Market

What: Meet local farmers and handmade vendors at this weekly Farmers’ Market in Surrey. Each week also features food trucks as well as special events throughout the season at Clayton Community Centre.

When: June 8, June 22, July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24, Sept. 7 and 21, Oct. 5 and 19, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Clayton Community Centre – 7155 187A St., Surrey

White Rock Farmers Market

White Rock Farmers

White Rock Farmers Market/Facebook

Live music, over 80 vendors, and great local produce and food products make the White Rock Farmers Market a great community event for South Surrey and White Rock.

When: Every Sunday from April 20 to Oct. 12, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 15154 Russell Ave., White Rock (Beside Whaling Wall)

Tri-Cities and Maple Ridge

Coquitlam Farmers Market

Coquitlam Farmers Market

Coquitlam Farmers Market

What: The Coquitlam Farmers Market is celebrating its 29th year by gathering a curated lineup of farmers, bakers, crafters and makers, food trucks and more every Sunday.

When: Every Sunday from June to October 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Dogwood Pavilion Parking Lot – 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam

Port Moody Farmers’ Market

What: The Port Moody Farmers’ Market began in 2008 and is a great spot to pick up local BC produce, artisan crafts, and delicious baked goods during the summer months.

When: Every Wednesday from June until October 2025 (opening date TBA)
Time: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Port Moody Recreation Complex — 300 Ioco Road, Port Moody

Haney Farmers’ Market

What: Swing by Haney Farmers’ Market in the heart of downtown Maple Ridge to shop for fresh produce and items from local artisans.

When: Every Saturday from April 26 to October 25, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Memorial Peace Park – 11930 224 St., Maple Ridge

Pitt Meadows Farmers’ Market

What: Pitt Meadows Farmers’ Market brings together local artisans and small-scale food producers at Spirit Square every Tuesday during the summertime.

When: Every Tuesday from June 10 until Sept. 23, 2025
Time: 3 to 7 p.m. (June 10 until Aug. 26), 2 to 6 p.m. (Sept. 2 to 23)
Where: Spirit Square — 11985 Harris Rd., Pitt Meadows

Port Coquitlam Farmers’ Market

What: Leigh Square, south of the Port Coquitlam Community Centre, hosts the Port Coquitlam Farmers’ Market every Thursday during the summer. Drop by to shop for fresh veggies, freshly-made food items, artisan products, and more.

When: Every Thursday from June 5 until September 25, 2025
Time: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Leigh Square — 2253 Leigh Square Pl, Port Coquitlam

Langley and Fort Langley

Fort Langley Village Farmers Market

What: Shop for fresh groceries (fresh foods picked from local farmers fields in the Fraser and Okanagan Valleys), along with plants, flowers, and other artisan goods, at this weekly market in Fort Langley.

When: Every Saturday from April 26 until Dec. 6, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: St. Andrews Historic Church — 9025 Glover Rd., Fort Langley

Langley Community Farmers’ Market

What: Discover local growers and makers and shop the finest food and artisan products from the Fraser Valley at Langley Community Farmers’ Market.

When: Summer 2025 dates TBA
Time: TBA
Where: TBA

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