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It's that time again...the outdoor markets are starting to open in and around Victoria! 

Below I've made a list of the markets I recommend, where you'll get to purchase locally made product and treat your taste-buds to fresh local food:

Fernwood Tuesday evening Market 

Fresh, funky and welcoming!  This market offers bakers, artists, local farmers, restaurants and live music.  I've also heard they sell vegan cupcakes!

Every Tuesday (June 7-Sept 7)

2000 Fernwood Road (beside Belfry Theatre)

More info: 250-595-2262

Photo: Fernwood Market, 2008

Bastion Square Public Market

Located downtown Victoria (between Government and Wharf St.), this area is transformed into a colourful open-air marketplace with a distinct European flare!  Featuring original local arts and crafts with live busking in the background. 

Open Wednesday to Sunday (April 1-Oct 15)

10:30am-5:30pm

More info: 250-885-1387

Photo: Location of Bastion Square Market

FoodRoots Pocket Markets

These markets are run by a not-for-profit coop distributor (FoodRoots), helping to distribute locally grown foods and produce on Vancouver Island.  Supporting community gardeners and urban farmers to sell their goods in the community. 

www.foodroots.ca (for a list of pocket markets in your neighbourhood)

More info: 250-385-7974

Government Street Public Market

Located downtown Victoria, between McPherson Theatre and China Town (on the 1600 block of Government Street) - you can't miss this fantastic collection of vendors offering an exciting array of arts and crafts, imports, food and entertainment. 
Sundays and some holiday Mondays (April 18-Sept 26)
11am-4:30pm

More info: 250-598-2593

Inner Harbour Night Market

Local hand-made arts and crafts, coupled with musicians, street performers and fantastic food!  Many of the artists create their art on site to help display the creative process and talented workmanship behind their work.  A highly talented group of individuals! 

Friday and Saturday nights (June 11-Sept 18)

7pm-10:30pm

More info: jgonyeau@victoriaharbour.org

Photo: Street Performer, Inner Harbour Night Market

Moss Street Market

This is one of my favourite markets, because the atmosphere is so inviting and the food is fantastic!  A blend of local and organic produce, handmade crafts, artisan clothing and community education.  This market has been around for over 18 years! Located in the heart of Fairfield Gonzales (Sir James Douglas school yard and boulevard Moss Street and Fairfield Road).

Every Saturday (May 1-Oct 30)

10am-2pm

More info: info@mossstreetmarket.com

James Bay Community Market
Just 5 minutes from Victoria's Inner Harbour - featuring produce, arts, food and music.  An emphasis is on homemade, handmade and homegrown.  Located at the corner of Menzies Street and Superior Street (behind Parliament Buildings)

Every Saturday (May 8-Oct. 9)

9am-3pm

More info: 250-381-5323

CLICK HERE FOR MAP of MARKETS IN VICTORIA

MARKETS OUTSIDE VICTORIA

Sidney Summer Market

Over 200 vendors sell gifts, fresh produce, handmade crafts, great food and so much more! Wonderful entertainment on every block!

Every Thursday (June 10-Aug 26)
5pm-8:30pm

Peninsula Country Market

This vibrant open air market has more than 50 vendors offering farm fresh products, jams and jellies, honey, homemade bread, cut flowers, assorted fresh meats, organic produce and a fine selection of arts and crafts.  Located on the Saanich Fairgrounds 1528 Stelly's Cross Road

Every Saturday (June 5-Oct 9)

9am-1pm

Saturday Market - Salt Spring Island

So many reasons to visit this market: Internationally acclaimed arts and crafts from Canada's "Island of the Arts". For potters, jewelers, fiber artists, woodworkers, and fine decorative arts. For farmstead cheeses, organic foods, music, and free festive fun.

Every Saturday (April - last Sat in Oct)

8am-4pm

Metchosin Farmer's Market

This market has a little bit of everything!  Located at 4450 Happy Valley Rd. (behind the firehall)

Every Sunday (May 9-Oct 31)

11am-2pm

There are many more great markets to visit, but this is a good start.  Feel free to add the markets I missed!

If you'd like to take a day to visit all of these fantastic markets with a group of friends - please contact us to set up a private trip: 250-891-6881 or info@LizardAdventureTravel.com

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